Project Manager

At Steven Douglas Corp (SDC) we design and build custom, automated machines that are used in a wide variety of applications and industries. We work in a fast -paced, exciting, and highly technical environment where our team never designs the same machine twice and is often challenged with solving problems with no standard solution. We are continually investing in our people, processes, and technology to push automation boundaries and deliver innovative, robust machines.

A Project Manager (PM) at SDC is responsible for guiding each assigned project, including large (> $5M) multi-cell systems, through internal departments from kick-off to close out. PM’s aid in the forward progression and success of each project, acting as the liaison between the client and the SDC team; and ensuring each project is delivered on budget and on time.

For this position, we're looking for an individual with exceptional interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills who will build strong relationships with clients and internal teams. A technical background is a plus but not required.

Why Join SDC?

• Customer Relationships: At SDC, your primary focus will be building strong partnerships with clients to bring their vision to life.
• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with our sales, project management, engineering, and build teams to deliver a seamless experience for our customers.
• Family-Owned Culture: Experience a supportive and agile environment that values relationships, teamwork, and personal growth.

Responsibilities Include:

• Serve as the primary point of contact between the company, customers, and vendors, building trust and addressing questions, concerns, and requests in a timely, professional manner.
• Lead and motivate an interdepartmental team to complete assigned projects on time, on budget, and to specifications, with accuracy and efficiency.
• Manage changing responsibilities, project prioritization, and workload adjustments by effectively communicating changes to project scope, schedule, and costs to all involved.
• Measure project performance, keep all stakeholders informed of progress, and proactively communicate any variances or corrective actions needed.
• Keep the project plan accurate and updated.
• Partner with our engineering team to evaluate project risks and help develop plans to mitigate them.
• Foster a collaborative, respectful team environment, working cross-functionally with sales, engineering, and build teams to keep projects moving smoothly.
• Model a positive, solution-oriented attitude when navigating project challenges, helping to keep morale and momentum strong across the team.
• Support a culture of accountability and continuous improvement by sharing lessons learned and best practices with the broader project management team.