Senior Project Manager - Manufacturing

Senior Project Manager - Manufacturing

$150,000 - $200,000 per year | Stamford, CT | On-site | Permanent

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead high-impact capital and operational projects within a growing manufacturing organization. This role will work directly with executive leadership to drive facility improvements, expansion initiatives, and process optimization across multiple manufacturing sites.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in engineering-driven environments and enjoys leading complex projects from concept through completion while making a measurable impact on business performance.

• Lead the planning, execution, and completion of complex manufacturing and engineering projects.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Manage cross-functional teams including engineering, operations, maintenance, contractors, and vendors.
• Oversee facility expansion, equipment installation, and process improvement initiatives.
• Ensure projects remain on schedule, within budget, and aligned with business objectives.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor project costs, forecasts, and overall financial performance.
• Review engineering documentation, technical deliverables, and contractor work.
• Maintain project documentation and provide regular updates to executive leadership.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies and ensure compliance with all applicable safety and environmental standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, safety, and productivity.
• Mentor project team members and promote collaboration across departments.

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• PMP certification is preferred.
• 8+ years of project management experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proven experience leading complex capital projects, facility expansions, or major equipment installations.
• Experience working with both mechanical systems and chemical or industrial manufacturing processes.
• Strong understanding of project budgeting, scheduling, cost control, and resource management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and technical presentation skills.
• Preferred experience with brownfield expansion projects, heavy industrial or process manufacturing environments.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering and construction contractors.
• Experience working directly with executive leadership on strategic initiatives.

• Competitive salary $150,000–$200,000 per year depending on experience.
• Bonus potential.
• 15% travel to other domestic locations.
• Excellent benefits package.
• Room for growth.
• 401(k) plan.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.