Job details
Job type full-time
Full job description
Founded in 1999, mhs is a full-service provider of innovative material handling systems that solve the challenges of distribution and fulfillment operationsWe build, engineer and maintain systems for some of the biggest companies in the world, including ups, fedex, walmart, amazon and othersMhs is already one of the 10 largest material handling system suppliers worldwide, and we only expect to continue growingWe’re looking for top talent to be part of the journey.
Job summary:
The project manager is responsible for the full execution of the project including safety compliance, conformity with all aspects of the project scope including budget, specifications and schedule while also addressing our clients’ needs and requests.
The project manager will be assigned a cross-functional team consisting of at a minimum: mechanical project engineer, electrical project engineer, field superintendent - mechanical and field superintendent – electricalOther members may also be assigned to a project based on its needs.
Responsibilities:
Develop, maintain and adhere to a project schedule that meets the contractual requirements.
Oversee the project budget including invoicing, change orders, purchase orders, subcontracts and other financial matters associated with the project.
Direct and monitor the construction, field engineering and site material management efforts of the project team.
Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with the project team.
Develop and maintain a cooperative relationship with the client to promote common interests, foster mutual respect and further client confidence and trust in mhs.
Conduct meetings with customer as needed/required including meeting minutes.
Ensure customer deliverables such as submittals, training and schedule updates are provided as required.
Travel to the project site on a regular basis to evaluate progress, maintain effective communication with the field staff and to customer and all associated parties that are part of the project.
Oversee site safety and compliance and provide timely resolution to identified issues/concerns.
Be an ambassador for safety and communicate expectations and importance of safety.
Identify critical issues and assist in the development of improvement procedures.
Act as the point of contact for consultants, suppliers or other contractors engaged in the scope of the project.
Subcontract non-material handling trades associated with the contractual scope of work when they occur.
Manage subcontractor work, schedules, and the performance of their contractual obligations.
Provide project status reports covering budget, schedule, quality, and safety to the management team on a regular basis.
Resolve open issues with engineering & manufacturing teams.
Resolve open issues with the customer including monitoring customer feedback and work to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
Notify suppliers or installers of deficiencies needed to complete scope of work.
Other duties as assigned.
Required knowledge, skills, abilities:
Ability to travel and work on project sites throughout the us.
Self-starter with proven organizational and problem-solving skills.
Strong oral and written communications.
Strong leadership abilities.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to read 2d and 3d construction drawings.
Working knowledge of microsoft office, microsoft project.
Working knowledge of autocad.
Ability to work with other departments and subcontractors in an effective and productive manner.
Ability to develop solutions to installation and other mechanical issues.
Ability to analyze progress and determine issues in the schedule in a timely manner.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree (or higher) preferred, relevant work experience may offset degree
5+ years’ experience in distribution & material handling.
Experience managing a department or focused work team.
Experience with high level scheduling.
Experience working with customers in planning and troubleshooting issues.
Experience in coordinating department activities with other departments.
Valid driver’s license required
Other relevant information:
Travel required on average of 50%, and during project peek up to 80% depending on project needs.
Valid driver’s license required
It is the policy of material handling systems, inc (mhs) and its affiliated companies to provide equal employment opportunity (eeo) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status (if authorized to work in the u.s.), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local lawIn addition, mhs will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
