Project Director

KUKA AG
  • Newport News, VA
    10 days ago

    Job Description

    Where do people love what they do, and being great at what they do?

    At Swisslog, that's where! Our teams are the heart of a world-leading Robotics company that's harnessing the power of technology to shape the future of intralogistics. The result? We're transforming performance and efficiency for customers across the globe, giving them the vital edge in their markets.

    Make an impact

    • Led Project execution teams on mega projects.
    • Manage complex and risky schedules, technologies, customers, resources, and 1st developmental product and software deployments.
    • Manage project financials with support of the project controller.
    • Manage internal and external customer relationships.
    • Manage Project Finance and Forecast with support of Project Controller and Project Teams.
    • Review contracts, proposals, and purchase orders.
    • Negotiate and select best fit vendors, 3rd party equipment and subcontractors for the project.
    • Identify, escalate, and mitigate project risks in advance.
    • Identify opportunities to increase Margin.
    • Manage customer expectations and satisfaction.
    • Delivery projects on schedule and on budget.
    • Collaborate with project execution and solution architect to develop change orders.

    What you need to succeed

    Essentials:

    • 5-7 years of Managing Large Complex Integrated Projects.
    • 10+ years of Material Handling experience as the Project Manager / Executioner.
    • Lead multiple high dollar projects simultaneously.
    • Knowledge of Contract and Negotiation Skills
    • Effective utilization of written and verbal communications skills.
    • Regular travel to Customers and Job Site as required.

    Our promise to you

    Swisslog is a world of opportunity for people who can deliver a game changing mission: driving the future of intralogistics, by shaping an era of robotic and data-driven automated solutions that create exceptional customer value.

    Join us on this journey and you'll be part of a global enterprise that's proud of its Swiss roots - and hugely excited by the worldwide opportunities open to everyone in the Swisslog family. So come and realize your potential, in a team that's united by passion and driven by the OneSwisslog team spirit.

    Join the journey!

    We´re looking forward to receiving your application!

    Talent Acquisition Manager: Mai Gamble

    Note for United States job postings (EEO statement):

    Swisslog is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationNewport News, VA

    Skills

    • Acquisitions Managementunmatched
    • Budget Managementunmatched
    • Change Requests/Ordersunmatched
    • Contract Negotiationunmatched
    • Contract Reviewunmatched
    • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)unmatched
    • Customer Satisfactionunmatched
    • Financial Managementunmatched
    • Financial Projectionsunmatched
    • Forecastingunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Project Controlunmatched
    • Project Executionunmatched
    • Project Scheduleunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Purchase Ordersunmatched
    • Risk Managementunmatched
    • Roboticsunmatched
    • Talent Managementunmatched
    • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Vendor/Supplier Selectionunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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