Project Manager

Project Manager at DUNGS Combustion Controls Project Manager at DUNGS Combustion Controls in Circle Pines, Minnesota Posted in about 16 hours ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Company Description Dungs Combustion Controls develops, manufactures, and markets products and systems globally for the comfort heating and process heat industry. Karl Dungs, Inc. (KDI) is the North American subsidiary of Karl Dungs GmbH & Co. KG (DUNGS). KDI oversees sales and support for the entire Americas region, including North, Central, and South America. Role Description We are seeking a full-time Project Manager to join our team on-site in Blaine, MN. The Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing projects on time and within scope. This role will initially support our business expansion and startup of a new manufacturing facility, working closely with internal teams and external consultants to ensure successful execution of established project plans. The Project Manager will focus on driving progress, maintaining organization, and ensuring alignment across teams. Over time, this role will support additional projects across the organization and contribute to building greater structure and consistency in project execution.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead project planning, execution, monitoring, and close?out across multiple initiatives Define project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and success metrics Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets Coordinate internal teams and external vendors to ensure timely delivery Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues Monitor project performance and report progress, budget, and risks to stakeholders and leadership Facilitate meetings, status updates, and clear communication across all project participants Manage change requests and ensure proper documentation and approvals Ensure compliance with organizational policies, standards, and best practices Drive continuous improvement in project management processes and tools Execute project plans related to the relocation and startup of a manufacturing facility, ensuring timelines and milestones are met Coordinate cross-functional activities across operations, engineering, supply chain, and external vendors Track project tasks, dependencies, and deliverables to ensure consistent progress Support implementation of layouts, workflows, and process improvements developed by internal teams and external consultants Identify risks, delays, or gaps and work with stakeholders to resolve issues in a timely manner Facilitate project meetings, status updates, and clear communication across all participants Maintain accurate and organized project documentation, schedules, and status reports Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to leadership and stakeholders Manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously with strong attention to detail Contribute to improving project tracking, reporting, and coordination practices across the organization

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Operations, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) 3-7 years of project management or project coordination experience Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficiency with project tracking tools (e.g., Excel, MS Project, Asana, or similar)

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in manufacturing, operations, or industrial environments Exposure to facility relocations, production environments, or equipment implementation Familiarity with continuous improvement or operational workflows Project management certification (e.g., PMP, CAPM) is a plus Core Competencies Strong execution and follow-through Organization and attention to detail Cross-functional coordination and collaboration Clear and effective communication Problem-solving and adaptability Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment Working Conditions Primarily office-based with regular interaction in a manufacturing environment Occasional travel may be required May require extended hours during critical project milestones Equal Employment Opportunity Karl Dungs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Compensation & Benefits Salary Range:

$80,000-$120,000 (commensurate with experience)

Health Benefits:

Medical, dental

Retirement:

401(k) with company contribution

Paid Time Off:

PTO + paid holidays