Project/Program Manager III: 26-01111

Primary Skills:

Project Management-Expert, Vendor Management-Advanced, Retrofit-Intermediate, Networking & System Testing-Advanced, Engineering-Expert Contract Type:

W2

Location:

California (#LI-Remote)

Duration:

7

Months Pay Range:

$73 - $76 per hour #

LP Job Summary:

The primary responsibility is to manage end-to-end execution of conveyor retrofit deployments across ~12 sites by coordinating vendors, engineering teams, and onsite stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

Vendor deployment is aligned with timelines and quality standards Engineering milestones are met (installation, testing, validation) Cross-functional coordination with RME, Operations, and Engineering teams Real-time issue resolution in a live operational environment The role is highly execution-focused, requiring frequent travel, hands-on oversight, and flexibility (including evening work windows).

Key Skill Areas:

Strong Program/Project Management (multi-site coordination, milestone tracking) Technical/Engineering understanding (mechanical/electrical systems, conveyors) Networking/testing knowledge (system validation during deployment) Vendor management & stakeholder communication in operational environments

Ideal Candidate Background:

6+ years in program/project management Experience in engineering environments (industrial, mechanical, electrical) Exposure to retrofits, automation systems, or live site deployments Familiarity with material handling systems (conveyors, warehouse automation) is highly preferred

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