Project Manager, Operations Management, Project & Program Management

Position Summary

The Industrial Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering industrial, manufacturing, or capital projects within scope, schedule, and cost targets. This role leads cross‑functional teams, manages contractors and vendors, and ensures all projects meet operational, quality, and safety standards. Projects may include facility upgrades, equipment installations, process improvements, automation initiatives, and large‑scale CAPEX deployments.

• Lead end‑to‑end project lifecycle using standard project management methodologies.
• Define scope, requirements, success criteria, and deliverables.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure adherence to safety, regulatory, and compliance requirements.

• Work with engineering teams to review drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Coordinate installation, commissioning, and validation of industrial equipment.
• Oversee construction and layout changes within manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Manage vendor/OEM relationships, procurement, and contract negotiations.

• Serve as primary project liaison between engineering, operations, finance, safety, and leadership teams.
• Facilitate design reviews, project updates, and stakeholder alignment meetings.
• Navigate operational constraints such as downtime scheduling and plant safety protocols.

• Create detailed project budgets and capital requests.
• Track project costs, forecasts, and variances through ERP systems.
• Manage change orders, contracts, and vendor invoicing.

• Maintain project documentation, stage‑gate deliverables, and as‑built records.
• Provide executive‑level reporting on progress, risks, milestones, and financials.
• Capture lessons learned and implemented continuous improvement actions.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, or related field required.

• PMP, CAPM, or equivalent.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher.
• OSHA 30 or industry‑specific safety training.

• 5–7+ years of industrial, manufacturing, construction, or CAPEX project management experience.

• Proven success delivering projects involving equipment installation, facility upgrades, automation, or process improvements.

• Experience leading multi‑disciplinary technical teams.

• Familiarity with EPC, design‑build, or stage‑gate project delivery methods.

• Strong understanding of industrial processes, automation systems, and equipment.
• Proficiency with MS Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent scheduling tools.
• Experience with SAP, Oracle, or other ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, budgeting, and cost‑control capabilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in fast‑paced operational environments.
• Effective leadership of contractors, technicians, vendors, and internal teams.

• Industrial/manufacturing facility environment
• Combination of office and onsite (plant floor, construction areas, equipment rooms)
• Must be able to wear PPE and perform field walks/inspections
• Occasional travel to vendor sites or project locations

• Lead high‑impact industrial and capital projects
• Work with cross‑functional teams driving operational excellence
• Opportunity to influence process improvements and modernization initiatives
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and career development opportunities

Estimated compensation for this position: 11, –  USD per year

Location:

On-site – Cranston, RI

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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