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Project Manager

Morgan Olson
, a leading walk‑in van body manufacturer in North America, is hiring a Project Manager for a 6‑month contract. The role will coordinate, track, and execute cross‑functional activities related to the design, validation, production, and delivery of specific projects.

The position serves as the central hub between Engineering, Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, Warranty, and Legal—ensuring that all deliverables, documentation, and milestones are achieved on time and within budget. It requires a detail‑oriented, action‑driven professional comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, high‑visibility environment with multiple stakeholders and evolving priorities.

• Drive daily and weekly task management across engineering, operations, packaging, and training teams.
• Maintain master project plans (timeline, dependencies, risk log, and milestones).
• Track progress against delivery targets.
• Coordinate supplier readiness and packaging development schedules.
• Manage internal and external communication on project status, issues, and escalations.
• Prepare weekly progress updates and KPI dashboards for leadership.

• Maintain project risk register and ensure mitigation plans are in place.
• Track component lead times, packaging delays, and test outcomes to preempt bottlenecks.
• Monitor budget utilization and communicate variances to leadership.
• Ensure alignment between project requirements and MO deliverables (technical, legal, and operational).

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 3–7 years of experience in project management, preferably within automotive, manufacturing, or logistics environments.
• Proven ability to manage complex, cross‑functional projects with tight deadlines.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing, kitting, or aftermarket operations preferred.
• Proficient in project management software (MS Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to interface with technical and executive audiences.
• PMP certification preferred but not required.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
• Company paid life insurance
• 10 company paid holidays
• Vacation and personal time

Equal Opportunity Employer

• Mid‑Senior level

• Contract

• Project Management and Information Technology

• Truck Transportation