Project Manager

RL People
Wilmington, DE

About the Opportunity

We’re partnering with a leading automation and material handling organization looking to hire a Senior Project Manager to oversee complex automation system implementations across multiple customer sites.


This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys managing large-scale, fast-moving technical projects from design through installation and commissioning. The role offers exposure to cutting-edge automation systems, international project work, and cross-functional collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and customer teams.


What You’ll Be Doing

  • Manage multiple concurrent automation and material handling projects from planning through delivery
  • Oversee project schedules, budgets, forecasting, risk management, and customer communication
  • Coordinate closely with engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, and vendors to ensure successful project execution
  • Ensure systems are delivered to contractual specifications relating to functionality, productivity, reliability, quality, and safety
  • Support vendor selection, bid evaluation, procurement activity, and project documentation
  • Monitor project milestones and proactively identify and mitigate risks or cost overruns
  • Act as a key point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle


What We’re Looking For

  • 4–6+ years of project management experience within automation, material handling, intralogistics, or related engineering environments
  • Strong understanding of mechanical systems, PLC controls, and software engineering
  • Experience managing technical project teams and customer-facing project delivery
  • Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience with Microsoft Project and other project management tools
  • Engineering degree or equivalent technical systems experience preferred
  • Formal PM certification (PMI, PRINCE2, etc.) is advantageous


Additional Details

Approximately 50% domestic and international travel required.


This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing automation business delivering highly technical projects within fast-paced industrial and warehouse environments.

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