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Kalmar · 1 week ago

Project Manager- Process Automation, Ports

Paramount, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$125K/yr - $130K/yr

5+ years exp

Kalmar Automation is looking for an experienced Project Manager professional who will be responsible for managing and executing Process Automation delivery projects. The role involves overseeing project planning, execution, and ensuring alignment with defined goals while fostering customer relationships and team leadership.

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Responsibilities

Oversee project planning, execution, progress and follow-up; manage change control related to schedule, scope, and commercial status; estimate and allocate resources effectively; assume financial, technical, and scheduling responsibilites for project delivery; conduct risk identification and mitigation; ensure smooth handover of project to the Support team

Define and manage the project organization; coordinate with internal departments and local resources; foster a collaborative and positive working atmosphere within the project team

Serve as the primary point of contact for the customer in the assigned project area, in alignment with the Project Director

Plan, coordinate, and support on-site operations within project scope; participate in on-site activities when required

Provide internal progress reports to management; deliver weekly/monthly progress updates to the customer; prepare and submit project closing reports

Collect and disseminate feedback to Sales, Project Team, Product Lines, R&D, factories and other stakeholders; organize and facilitate project feedback meetings, when required

Qualification

PMP/PMI CertificationTechnical ExpertiseProject ManagementOffice Software ProficiencyProject Scheduling ApplicationsTransportation Sector KnowledgeSafety CommitmentTeam LeadershipCustomer FocusProactive Team Player

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related field

5 or more years' of proven experience in Project Management, preferably in large-scale technical or infrastructure projects

demonstrated ability to supervise and coordinate consultants, experts, and multi-disciplinary teams to achieve project outcomes

proficient in standard office software and project scheduling applications

solid understanding of the transportation sector, particularly shipping, intermodal logistics, and container terminal operations

previous experience as a Team Leader

Strong awareness and adherence to safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment for yourself and your colleagues

Demonstrates the ability to prioritize the end user's needs by being curious about how customers use our solutions, understanding their pain points, and identifying opportunities leading to practical outcomes

You are self-driven in tackling challenges and continuously improving your skills, where you value feedback and see teamwork as essential to finding the best solutions