Senior Project Manager

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The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading integrated automated material handling projects across North America. This role oversees the administrative, contractual, technical, and financial components of projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, compliance with performance specifications, and adherence to established schedules and budgets. The Senior Project Manager leads cross-functional teams, manages subcontractor coordination, and maintains accountability for overall project delivery, risk management, and financial outcomes. 

 

Your role in our team

• You will manage all aspects of assigned projects, including scope, schedule, budget, risk, quality, and stakeholder communication.
• You will lead and coordinate cross-functional project teams and subcontractors, setting priorities and resolving conflicts as needed.
• You will ensure system designs meet all contractual and technical requirements.
• You will develop, maintain, and control the project master schedule to ensure timely completion.
• You will monitor and report project progress on a weekly and monthly basis.
• You will serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and project participants.
• You will manage risk throughout the project lifecycle and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• You will maintain overall responsibility for the project budget, aiming to deliver results within or below financial targets.
• You will provide leadership and guidance to the project team, fostering collaboration and team development.
• You will perform additional duties as required to support project execution and organizational objectives.

 

Your profile

• You have a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related technical field; equivalent industry experience may also be considered.
• You have 5–8+ years of project management experience with increasing responsibility and complexity, ideally in automation, parcel, warehouse, or similar industries.
• You have a proven track record of managing large-scale projects valued at over $10–$15 million.
• You have experience working in international or cross-functional team environments.
• You have strong project planning and execution skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• You have proficiency in coordinating subcontractors and managing vendor relationships.
• You have the ability to manage diverse stakeholder groups in complex environments.
• You have excellent communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• You have a high level of organizational skill and attention to detail.
• You have strong knowledge of project management methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, or Scrum.
• You have excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• You have proficiency in project scheduling tools and familiarity with ERP or project management systems.
• You have the ability to travel up to 50% or as required based on project needs.
• You have a PMP, Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), or similar certification—preferred but not required.
• You have experience managing cross-functional or remote teams.
• You have familiarity with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• You have the flexibility to work extended hours during critical project phases.

 

Eligible applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

 

Your working environment at Körber

Körber is pioneering cutting-edge sorting technology and solutions that shape the future of mail and parcel automation across Europe, North America and Asia. Set new industry standards and champion customer-centric services and solutions with our dynamic parcel logistics team based in Irving, Texas, USA.

This full-time, exempt role offers a hybrid work setting.

 

Your benefits

• You will enjoy a flexible work environment that supports your work-life balance; we offer paid time off for parental leave and 22+ days off for personal time and holidays
• You will have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with FSA or HSA options, and a 401(k) plan with a