Project Manager

Job Summary:

• Lead and manage small to mid-sized projects involving controls programming and electrical installation.
• Coordinate with customers and end users (TSA, airports, etc.).
• Provide leadership and remove obstacles to ensure project team success.
• Support senior project managers on larger, more complex projects as part of growth progression.
• Manage customer expectations while driving project timelines and business goals.
• Deliver successful projects based on five key criteria:

1. Safety – Ensure injury-free work environments.
2. Timeliness – Meet or exceed customer deadlines.
3. Execution – Efficient and effective startups.
4. Quality – Deliver projects to specifications or better.
5. Profitability – Maintain or improve budget performance.

Essential Functions:

• Set up project environment in the Document Management System (DMS) and ensure consistency.
• Empower project team members with clear responsibilities and authority.
• Manage multiple projects and support additional projects as needed.
• Serve as the first point of escalation for customer issues.
• Maintain full profit and loss responsibility for assigned projects.
• Provide financial KPI reporting, risk and opportunity management, scheduling, and EHS oversight.
• Review contracts and address risks, opportunities, and obligations.
• Conduct project status meetings and coordinate work acceptance.
• Document and report work results following company standards.
• Oversee customer acceptance and final project closeout.
• Manage customer expectations and help resolve project issues.
• Consult on technical solutions and clarify customer requirements.
• Conduct lessons-learned activities and implement improvements.
• Develop strategic billing plans to optimize cash flow.
• Represent the company in critical project decisions.
• Assess and manage contracts, negotiate change requests, and incorporate them into agreements.
• Proactively notify customers, management, and teams of project plan changes.
• Align project team with a clear vision for success.
• Strengthen customer relationships and promote repeat business.
• Collaborate with engineering and field operations teams.
• Manage subcontractors and vendors to ensure project success.
• Lead project teams to maintain and update schedules.
• Provide monthly management updates on budget, schedule, safety, change orders, and risks.
• Perform other responsibilities as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to read and interpret specifications and contract drawings.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites and work non-standard hours as needed.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of producing reliable and accurate work.
• Knowledge of project management principles and reporting.
• Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities.
• Leadership skills with strong analytical capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and influence stakeholders.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 2 years of experience managing large-scale construction or conveyor industry projects, including P&L responsibility.
• Experience in baggage handling systems (BHS) is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel required).
• Understanding of project scheduling and timeline management.
• Preferred Experience:
• AutoCAD knowledge.
• Working in a team-oriented environment.
• Experience with MS Project, Primavera, or similar scheduling tools.
• Authorization & Clearance:
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Will consider sponsorship for the right candidate.
• Ability to obtain airport security clearance.

Work Environment:

• Primarily office-based, with job site visits as needed.
• Collaborative, engaging, and success-driven culture.
• Some travel required.
• Remote work:
• Candidates with strong BHS industry experience may work remotely after an initial in-office training period.
• Otherwise, candidates must relocate to Louisville for in-office work when not traveling.

Physical Demands:

• Sitting for prolonged periods when in office.
• Standing and walking for extended periods on job sites.
• Occasional climbing required on job sites.
• Repetitive typing and data entry.
• Ability to lift up to 10 lbs.

Work Schedule:

• Office-based when not traveling to job sites.
• General office hours: Monday–Friday, 7 AM–4 PM or 8 AM–5 PM.
• Flexible hours required at job sites based on project needs.