Job Title

Project Manager

Location

Louisville, KY
(Combination of office and job site)

Employment Type

Full-Time

Shift / Schedule

Flexible schedule
General hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Job site hours may vary based on project needs
Some travel required

About the Role

Our client is seeking a results-driven Project Manager to support and lead small to mid-sized projects involving controls programming and electrical installation work, primarily within airport and conveyor system environments.

This role is responsible for owning project execution from kickoff through closeout—ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to specification. The Project Manager will lead cross-functional teams, manage customer expectations, and serve as the primary escalation point for assigned projects. This position also offers growth opportunities through collaboration with Senior Project Managers and Program Managers on larger, more complex projects.

Project success is measured by five core outcomes:
Safety, Timeliness, Execution, Quality, and Profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring alignment with company standards and customer expectations

• Set up and maintain project documentation within the designated Document Management System (DMS)

• Own full project P&L responsibility, including budgeting, forecasting, billing strategy, and cost control

• Serve as the primary point of contact and escalation for customers on assigned projects

• Read, interpret, and manage contracts, specifications, risks, and change orders

• Coordinate internal teams including Engineering and Field Operations to ensure seamless execution

• Manage subcontractors and vendor relationships to support project success

• Develop and maintain accurate project schedules; proactively communicate changes

• Lead regular project status meetings and provide KPI reporting on safety, schedule, financials, and risk

• Drive customer acceptance, final documentation, and project closeout

• Conduct lessons learned reviews and share insights with relevant stakeholders

• Build and strengthen client relationships to support repeat business

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience

• 2+ years of project management experience in construction, controls, conveyor systems, or similar environments

• Strong understanding of project scheduling, budgeting, and reporting

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel required)

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and contracts

• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of managing competing priorities

• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to travel and work non-standard hours as project demands require

• Ability to obtain airport security clearance

• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred Experience

• AutoCAD knowledge

• MS Project, Primavera, or similar scheduling tools

• Experience working in collaborative, cross-functional teams