Material Handling Project Manager

Summary

Aegis Sortation is a leader in the intralogistics technology and innovation space, seeking a Material Handling Project Manager to oversee the execution of automation projects. The role involves managing project scope, budget, and schedule while ensuring safety and delivering exceptional customer experiences.

Responsibilities

• Own project execution including scope, budget, schedule, and safety
• Develop, maintain, and manage detailed project schedules
• Oversee project financials including invoicing, change orders, purchase orders, and subcontracts
• Lead regular project status meetings with internal teams and customers
• Coordinate construction, field engineering, and site material management
• Act as the primary point of contact for customers, subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants
• Travel regularly to project sites to monitor progress and support field teams
• Champion site safety and compliance, resolving issues proactively
• Resolve technical, schedule, and customer issues in partnership with Engineering and Manufacturing
• Provide weekly project status reports covering budget, schedule, quality, and safety
• Serve as an ambassador for Aegis, building trust and long-term customer relationships

Skills

• Bachelor's degree (or higher)
• Proven experience managing projects, teams, or focused work groups
• Strong leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Experience working directly with customers and subcontractors
• Ability to read and interpret 2D and 3D construction drawings
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and AutoCAD or similar tools
• Willingness and ability to travel to project sites across the U.S
• Valid driver's license
• 3+ years of experience in material handling, distribution, or automation projects

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree (or higher)
• Proven experience managing projects, teams, or focused work groups
• Strong leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Experience working directly with customers and subcontractors
• Ability to read and interpret 2D and 3D construction drawings
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and AutoCAD or similar tools
• Willingness and ability to travel to project sites across the U.S
• Valid driver's license

Nice to Haves

• 3+ years of experience in material handling, distribution, or automation projects

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• 401k
• Paid time off
• 10 Company Holidays
• Professional development opportunities