Senior Project Manager
About The Position
Advance Storage Products, established in 1958, is a leading US manufacturer of pushback systems and warehouse pallet racking solutions. The Senior Project Manager oversees projects from kickoff through final customer walkthrough and sign-off, with the goal of delivering on time and within budget while meeting customer expectations. The role collaborates closely with Sales, Customer Support, Engineering, Accounting, and other Operations teams. Projects include ASRS, mezzanines, pick modules, pick tunnels, and pallet shuttles. Success means efficiently managing schedule, budget, quality, and customer satisfaction while conducting all work safely and living Advance’s core behaviors. Travel may be required up to 60%.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Five years of experience in a project management role.
- Working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the material handling industry.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and with other departments.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and email communication.
- Ability to act with integrity and professionalism.
- Ability to sit for prolonged periods and work at a computer.
- Ability to lift 25 pounds at times.
- Ability to access and navigate departments at the organization’s facilities.
- Ability to travel up to 60%.
Nice To Haves
- Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Experience in the rack industry preferred.
- Project Management PMP certification highly desired.
Responsibilities
- Ensure proper handoff from the Estimator and understand the project scope and specifications.
- Review and complete documents defining the project, including site conditions, financials, permits and licenses, and special requirements.
- Conduct an internal project kickoff meeting within two days of the order being awarded; take notes, record action items, and follow up.
- Establish the installation schedule, coordinate with the plant and customer, and maintain the schedule in CSI.
- Place buyout purchase orders for materials purchased from vendors.
- Coordinate material delivery and installation.
- Visit the project site as required, including for startup and every two weeks while installation is in progress.
- Monitor material flow, installer progress, and installation quality.
- Complete the final walkthrough and obtain customer sign-off.
- Maintain the project budget.
- Manage scope changes through change orders and open Customer Care Orders (W orders) as needed.
- Submit weekly progress reports to the Director of Project Management and provide other project data as required.
- Complete other tasks assigned by the Director of Project Management.
- Manage projects safely and effectively, including schedule, budget, quality, and customer satisfaction.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
