Project Manager

Overview:

BluePrint Automation (BPA) is the world leader in innovative packaging automation solutions. Our mission is to deliver solutions that offer true flexibility in real world production environments.

Backed by thousands of successful installations in over 30 countries, BPA has three full-service manufacturing facilities in the USA and Europe, two additional facilities in Hangzhou China and São Paulo Brazil and eight additional subsidiaries throughout the world for sales and service.

We know it is our reputation that makes us successful; starting from initial contact through project management, including our 24/7 after sales service and support. We remain committed to being your long-term partner for innovative end-of-line turn-key packaging automation solutions for primary and secondary packages.

We are currently seeking a Project Manager at our South Chesterfield, VA location.
The project manager will be responsible for the project execution of innovative packaging automation solutions. Typical project sizes range from $500,000 to $3,000,000. US dollars. Projects may be domestic or international. Project Manager will be responsible for coordinating, in a Matrix organization, the Project Team. The Team will include Mechanical and Electrical Engineers, Fabrication and Assembly personnel. Team activities include mechanical and electrical design, cost control, scheduling, quality assurance, safety, equipment procurement, equipment design, field construction activities, commissioning and customer/client communications.
Duties include but are not limited to:

• Executes projects on schedule and on budget. This includes developing and maintaining the project schedule.
• Develops and manages project budget including cost controls.
• Coordinates engineering and procurement functions to align with schedule.
• Reviews and provides input during design phase.
• Evaluate project risks and manages contingency plans.
• Negotiates change orders and contracts with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Controls all deliverables against scope definition and specifications, including suppliers and subcontractors.
• Manages installation and start-up.
• Responsible for all Project documentation.
• Responsible for project closing including lessons learned and customer satisfaction surveys.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

Education/ Experience & Qualifications:

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in an Engineering discipline and 5 years of relevant experience required. However, a combination of experience in a Manufacturing environment and/or education will be taken into consideration.

PMP (or initiative to certify within one year of hire) required.

Must have experience working in a Manufacturing environment, preferably with machinery. Ideal candidate has experience with Robotics. Project Management experience and knowledge is a must.

Must possess ability to develop Gantt chart schedules. Microsoft Project preferred.

Moderate AutoCAD experience preferred.
Proficiency MS Office products.
Must have basic understanding of accounting and financial concepts.
Extensive experience in customer/field service and a high awareness of client satisfaction level and client needs required.
Exemplary professional communication skills, written and verbal.

At this time, BPA will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
BPA prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive an employment offer will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and a background check.

BPA offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. In addition, we offer a robust benefits package including a majority employer paid employee health, dental, vision, life and disability; 12 days’ vacation and 3 days sick during the first year of employment, as well as 401(k) with a 6% match.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.

BPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran.