Project/Program Manager III

Description

We are seeking a Project/Program Manager to be responsible for the coordination and successful execution of complex projects and programs supporting an operations engineering organization. This role oversees all aspects of assigned projects, including planning, scheduling, vendor coordination, milestone tracking, and stakeholder communication. The ideal candidate brings deep project/program management experience, sound technical judgment, and the ability to lead initiatives across live operational environments.

This position works closely with engineering, operations, vendors, and onsite stakeholders to ensure retrofit and deployment projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate and oversee end-to-end project and program execution, ensuring milestones, deliverables, and timelines are met.

Set project schedules, assign responsibilities, and monitor progress across multiple concurrent initiatives and sites.

Manage vendors onsite during deployment and retrofit phases, ensuring quality of work and adherence to scope.

Track and verify milestone completion, resolve issues, and escalate risks as needed.

Partner with cross-functional stakeholders (engineering, RME, operations, and other onsite teams) to ensure alignment and execution.

Prepare and deliver regular project status reports, dashboards, and summaries for management and leadership.

Leverage experience, judgment, and creativity to plan, prioritize, and adapt project activities in fast-paced environments.

Lead and direct the work of others, providing guidance and oversight where required.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.

7+ years of progressive project or program management experience, preferably within operations, engineering, or technical environments.

Proven ability to manage complex projects involving coordination with operations, engineering teams, and third-party vendors.

Strong program management skills, including scheduling, milestone tracking, risk management, and reporting.

Technical aptitude with experience reviewing engineering documentation and supporting technical or infrastructure-related projects.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple stakeholders and functions.

Demonstrated ability to lead, influence, and drive execution in live or fast-paced operational settings.

High level of judgment, initiative, and accountability, with the ability to manage ambiguity and competing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

Background in engineering disciplines (mechanical, electrical, or related technical fields).

Experience supporting retrofit projects or deployments in live operational or production environments.

Familiarity with material handling systems, conveyors, or similar industrial/operations infrastructure.

Networking knowledge or experience supporting system testing in operational settings.

Prior experience working across multiple sites or large-scale programs simultaneously.

Strong alignment with leadership principles such as earning trust, ownership, and bias for action.

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