Project Manager

KION Group•Wauwatosa, WI

1d•$88,400 - $125,000

About The Position

The Project Manager leads the delivery of moderately complex, high-value, strategically important integrated projects, typically with scopes ranging from $10 million to $30 million. The role requires project leadership, cross-functional insight, and the ability to influence stakeholders and navigate moderately complex environments. The Project Manager applies project management expertise, stakeholder engagement, risk mitigation, and change leadership to align organizational goals with client expectations and deliver value for stakeholders. With operating autonomy, the Project Manager provides leadership and oversight to project teams across all phases of execution, supports team members, and ensures projects align with organizational strategy and business goals. The role is accountable for delivering projects on time, within budget, and to required quality standards, while fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. The position contributes to effective project delivery and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Minimum 3–5 years of experience in the material handling industry.
Strong project management background.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
Team leadership and facilitation skills.
Proficiency in MS Office and MS Project.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering (preferred).

Responsibilities

Manage all phases of the project lifecycle, from initiation through closure, in alignment with organizational goals and strategic objectives.
Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, and develop comprehensive project plans covering activities, resources, and timelines.
Lead the development and maintenance of integrated project schedules, risk registers, and budgets using defined project management techniques and tools.
Establish and maintain project governance structures, including clear roles, responsibilities, and decision-making processes.
Lead, motivate, and support project teams, fostering a collaborative, high-performing environment.
Develop and implement resource management plans to optimize allocation and utilization of project resources.
Monitor project progress, identify critical path activities, and take corrective action to maintain schedules.
Manage dependencies between project tasks and activities to support integration and timely completion.
Ensure contractual schedule alignment with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
Develop and implement communication plans and provide timely, effective communications to stakeholders.
Manage stakeholder expectations, address concerns, resolve conflicts, and provide regular status reports on progress, risks, and issues.
Facilitate project meetings, workshops, and presentations to support clear communication and stakeholder alignment.
Negotiate vendor and supplier contracts and agreements, manage vendor performance, and address contractual issues or disputes with stakeholder support.
Review and implement contract management plans to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Manage change orders and contract modifications, including required documentation and approvals.
Develop and manage project budgets, track expenses, analyze variances, and take corrective action to maintain approved funding levels.
Develop and implement cost-control measures, forecast project costs and resource needs, and prepare financial reports and presentations.
Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues; develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
Lead collaborative problem-solving efforts, resolve issues promptly, and escalate risks and issues to senior management with recommendations when appropriate.