ILUS Associate Project Manager

About Us

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is a leading provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house the company designs manufactures integrates and installs a full spectrum of intralogistics solutions to meet client needs. These include leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems voice- and light-directed order fulfillment equipment a suite of warehouse controls & execution software robotics Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS) mezzanines and structures all backed by critical round-the-clock service and support.

If you want to join a team of industry leading experts who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions we want to hear from you!

Job Summary

The Associate Project Manager is a structured development role designed to build a pipeline of future Project Managers capable of leading complex material handling automation projects. Under the guidance of experienced Project Managers this role develops hands-on capability across planning execution commissioning customer acceptance and financial delivery for projects involving conveyors sortation systems robotics ASRS controls software and warehouse technologies.

Through structured mentoring field assignments training and increasing project responsibility the Associate Project Manager will build the technical financial operational and leadership skills with the goal of developing readiness to independently manage projects and customer relationships typically within 1224 months based on demonstrated performance and business needs.

To accelerate learning and broaden industry experience the Associate Project Manager will complete travel-intensive field assignments across customer sites and project locations. These assignments provide exposure to multiple project types technologies installation methods startup activities operational readiness initiatives and customer acceptance processes.

This position serves as the entry point into the Project Management career track. Success will be measured by demonstrated readiness to assume Project Manager responsibilities with opportunities for continued advancement based on performance experience and business needs..

Project Execution
Support planning execution commissioning and closeout of automation projects involving conveyors sortation systems robotics ASRS systems racking controls and software integrations.
Assist with project schedules budget tracking cost control forecasting risk management reporting procurement and contract administration.
Coordinate activities among engineering software operations procurement installation teams suppliers and customers.
Track and drive project milestones action items risks issues and change requests.
Support change management project controls and financial reporting activities.
Promote compliance with company customer and site-specific safety requirements during all project activities.

Customer & Vendor Coordination
Prepare and deliver clear project status reports presentations and updates for customers vendors internal stakeholders and customer leadership.
Communicate project progress risks issues decisions and recommended actions clearly in both written and verbal formats supporting timely issue resolution and stakeholder alignment.
Build effective working relationships with customers suppliers subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
Support vendor management and supplier performance activities.

Commissioning & Operational Readiness
Assist with installation startup commissioning and customer acceptance testing.
Support operational readiness planning and project closeout activities.

Professional Development
Progressively assume ownership of defined project scope schedule financials field execution and customer-facing activities.
Develop competencies aligned with the Daifuku Project Management Skills Matrix mentoring plan field rotation requirements and career progression framework.
Demonstrate readiness for promotion through milestone-based evaluations covering technical knowledge customer communication project controls and leadership capability.
Build the communication skills required to present project status risks financial performance and recovery plans confidently and effectively to customer and company leadership.

Travel Requirements
Ability to travel extensively (up to 80%) to customer and project sites including occasional evenings and weekends to support installation commissioning customer go-live and closeout activities.
Open to temporary relocation within the United States for 1224 months including the possibility of sequential assignments at multiple project locations to support major program and project site needs.
Relocation assistance may be provided when required in accordance with company policy and assignment terms.

Required
Bachelors degree in Engineering is strongly preferred Degrees in Project Management Construction Management Operations Management Supply Chain or a related field may also be considered when supported by relevant technical background.
0-3 years of experience in project coordination engineering construction logistics or industrial automation environments.
Valid drivers license.

Preferred
Internship co-op or project support experience.
Exposure to automation warehouse operations manufacturing or construction.
Experience with Microsoft Project or similar scheduling tools.
CAPM certification or interest in pursuing PMP or similar project management certification.
Japanese language skills are a plus.

Characteristics of Successful Candidates
Strong leadership potential and initiative.
Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to prepare effective project reports and presentations and communicate confidently with client leadership.
Analytical problem-solving mindset.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated interest in learning and embracing the technical details of complex automation systems.
Detail-oriented with a strong desire to learn.
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building capabilities.
Self-motivated and able to work independently and collaboratively.
Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and business needs.
Willingness to learn through hands-on field experience.

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