Project Manager

ATS Automation • Souderton, PA

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About The Position

Our projects operate within tight schedules and budgets and demand close coordination across multiple departments. A successful Project Manager at NCC is a strategic leader, a clear communicator, and a proactive problem solver—able to align teams and resources to deliver:

The right solution (meeting all project scope requirements)
On-time delivery (within schedule constraints)
Financial success (achieving project budget goals)

The Project Manager is the owner of all assigned projects, driving success from planning through close-out while upholding NCC’s standards for quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Proven experience managing complex, multi-department projects—preferably in automation, manufacturing, or food processing/packaging industries.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and align cross-functional teams.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (PMP certification a plus).
• Ability to travel as needed for customer meetings and site services coordination.

Responsibilities

• Implement and uphold standard project management processes that ensure consistent, predictable outcomes.
• Lead cross-functional teams, including Sales, Engineering, Procurement, Production/Assembly, and Site Services, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Serve as the primary customer contact, managing expectations, building trust, and ensuring clear, proactive communication.
• Act as the central hub for all project communications within NCC, ensuring alignment across departments.
• Develop comprehensive project plans covering scope, schedule, budget, and quality metrics.
• Coordinate closely with Site Services to ensure all on-site activities are well-prepared, with minimal surprises or disruptions.
• Anticipate, identify, and mitigate risks to maintain project momentum and avoid costly delays.
• Ensure procurement, subcontractor, and vendor activities align with project requirements and timelines.
• Track, update, and communicate project metrics and dashboards, providing NCC leadership with actionable data for decision-making.
• Manage project documentation, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for all stakeholders.
• Close out projects systematically, ensuring all deliverables, documentation, and lessons learned are captured.
• Define, maintain, and control project deliverables.
• Drive timely completion through effective planning and monitoring.
• Manage financial performance to meet or exceed margin goals.
• Ensure deliverables meet NCC’s standards and customer expectations.
• Keep all parties informed, engaged, and aligned.
• Identify and address potential issues before they escalate.
• Inspire, support, and guide project teams toward shared goals.

Benefits

• Work with a team that values engineering excellence and customer relationships.
• Lead projects that directly impact operational efficiency and product quality in the food industry.
• Be part of a company committed to innovation, quality, and long-term partnerships.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed