Project Manager Lead

Automated Industrial Robotics Rochester Hills•Rochester Hills, MI

About The Position

The Project Manager Lead oversees complex automation projects from initiation through delivery, ensuring alignment with customer expectations, technical requirements, and organizational objectives. This role drives cross‑functional coordination, manages project risks and timelines, and maintains clear communication to achieve successful project outcomes.

Requirements

Any combination of education and/or experience providing the required skills and knowledge for successful job performance will be considered.
8 + years’ experience in project management, engineering, or similar
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Time management and organizational skills
Customer-focused mindset with abilities to manage expectations.
Change and risk management
SWOT and feasibility analysis
Ability to create interconnected workflows and maintain communication loops

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business preferred but not required
MBA a plus
PMP Certification, is a plus

Responsibilities

Leads the full-cycle program management process for automation projects, including kickoff, planning, execution, and close out.
Review machine specifications, design feasibility, and engineering concepts to ensure customer requirements, manufacturability, and cost‑effectiveness.
Maintain accurate and organized project documentation, including project folder, timelines, revisions, and approval packages.
Ensure the Open Issues list is reviewed and updated weekly to support timely resolution and communication.
Monitor long‑lead material status and oversee the timely approval of long‑lead purchase requests.
Identify launch team requirements and coordinate with internal departments for successful release of integration kit to build.
Prepare customer quotations for revisions and project changes; authorized to submit quotes up to $2,500.
Develop recommended spare-parts lists and support post-shipment follow-up activities.
Responsible for controlling and maintaining appropriate records of customer property
Identified opportunities to improve project delivery processes and organizational effectiveness
Build strong relationships with internal external stakeholders to drive project success.
Influence project strategy and execution through collaboration with senior leadership
Any additional duties assigned by management