Senior Project Manager

Daifuku•Novi, MI

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

Daifuku Airport America Corporation, a subsidiary of Daifuku North America and part of the global Daifuku group, is a leader in automated materials handling systems. The company is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee the development and delivery of Airport Baggage Handling systems. This role involves leading cross-functional teams, including engineers and subcontractors, to design and commission solutions for major airports worldwide.

Requirements

10+ Years’ experience in Airport Baggage Handling Project Management experience.
Knowledge of computer scheduling, preferably PRIMAVERA.
Excellent communication skills – This position will interact with all levels within the company and with customers.
Remain stationary for 50% of the time; move/traverse throughout the office to access file cabinets and office equipment; operate a computer and other productivity machinery; inspect documents; communicate with others through talking/hearing; read/identify/assess forms and correspondence.
Capable of maneuvering through an industrial conveyor system requiring climbing access ladders, negotiating screen guards and lifting and/or carrying objects up to 40 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Warehouse & Distribution experience strongly preferred.
Engineering degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete projects on schedule and under budget.
Establish project parameters and review all material.
Establish project team and conduct project review meetings, including documentation.
Meet with customer and salesman to review project.
Establish clear communication procedures with customers, project teams, and stakeholders.
Ensure mechanical & electrical engineering have reviewed estimates and understand all project elements.
Establish a detailed schedule, set priorities, and identify lead times.
Establish a cash flow schedule.
Monitor engineering progress and ensure downstream activities are supported.
Oversee drawing submittals between Webb and the customer, ensuring all transmittals are recorded.
Review all request letters and advise Sales of their disposition.
Review all alterations before work proceeds.
Review major sub-contracts.
Establish procedures for working with accounting and issuing invoices.
Develop procedures for keeping management informed of job status.
Review all punch lists.
Initiate job closeout.
Travel and overtime as business needs dictate, including frequent travel and site visits.
Perform other duties as assigned.