Project Manager

Position Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for leading complex automotive engineering projects, with a focus on body shop construction and/or tool making. This role ensures successful delivery of projects through effective planning, execution, and control of scope, cost, timing, and quality, while serving as the primary customer interface.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Define and align project scope in collaboration with stakeholders and customers
• Develop and formalize project mandates in line with agreed targets and objectives
• Lead, coordinate, and control all project activities across cross-functional teams
• Identify, escalate, and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle
• Maintain and update project timelines and critical paths
• Manage project costs, deadlines, and deliverables
• Prepare monthly project status reports and forecasts
• Serve as the primary customer contact for project-related matters
• Drive customer satisfaction and collaborate with Business Development
• Lead project meetings and facilitate key decisions
• Ensure effective change management and claims handling
• Maintain project documentation and reporting transparency
• Manage project resources in alignment with line management
• Support training development and execution for project teams
• Ensure successful project acceptance and completion

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field required; Master's degree preferred
• Extensive experience in automotive or automotive supplier industry
• Strong background in body shop construction and/or tool making
• Proven experience managing complex, large-scale projects
• Leadership experience in project or line management roles
• International experience preferred

Certifications

• Industrial/technical training with certification as a Technician
• PMP certification or equivalent required
• ThyssenKrupp Certified PM Professional or similar preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with SAP (R/3 or similar)
• Strong knowledge of project management tools and methodologies
• Leadership and team management
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving
• Organizational and multitasking ability

Work Conditions/Environment

• Travel throughout North America, including manufacturing plants, construction sites, and customer locations
• Regular exposure to manufacturing, warehouse, construction, and industrial environments
• Ability to walk job sites, climb stairs/ladders, and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• May be required to stand or sit for long periods of time
• May be required to lift up to 50lbs occasionally

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Company Holidays
• Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, prescription coverage, employee assistance program, as well as optional accident & hospital coverage
• Company paid: Basic vision insurance, Short-term disability, Basic Life Insurance
• Generous 401k matching program
• Ample opportunities for advancement within the company

Company

Our Automotive Body Solution business is a dedicated local line builder specializing in small-scale projects with a focus on precision and quality. Our expertise encompasses Brownfield Body-in-White (BIW) Automation Lines, offering comprehensive services from design and simulation to manufacturing, installation, and programming. Our capabilities extend to robot and PLC programming, virtual commissioning, and quality improvement, all managed through meticulous project oversight. In addition, we provide specialized labor, including hemming expertise in roller and table top hemming, as well as prototype equipment for BIW and forming dies. With a strong foundation in consulting, we assist with BIW process optimization and forming die expertise. Our Greenfield BIW services further highlight our versatility and commitment to delivering top-tier solutions in the automotive industry.