St. Petersburg, FL, 33747, USA
1 day ago
Logistics Project Manager
Job Title: Logistics Project Manager Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled Logistics Project Manager who will be responsible for managing the full life cycle of projects. The ideal candidate will be assertive, capable of developing long-term relationships with clients, and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. A passion for exceptional customer service and the ability to work under pressure are essential. Experience in mechanical and/or electrical systems, along with the ability to read engineering drawings and understand the technical complexities of amusement/theme park rides, is required. Responsibilities + Manage the full life cycle of projects, ensuring all deliverables are met on time. + Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and team members. + Oversee project administration, including issuing contracts, purchase orders, and payments to vendors. + Coordinate global and domestic shipping logistics. + Support onsite staff during installation and maintain weekly progress reports on fabrication. + Issue customer invoices and follow up on payments. + Track costs for new rides and service projects. + Coordinate design reviews and meetings. + Interface with project teams, finance team, and senior leadership. + Establish and monitor action item lists and project schedules to ensure deadlines are met. + Ensure continuity of workflow and accountability for task completion. Essential Skills + 10+ years of hands-on project management experience running full life cycles. + In-depth knowledge of steel construction, welding, fasteners, machining, bearings, wheels, pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical systems, and human factors. + Proficiency in MS Office Suite, AutoCAD, and Solidworks. + Excellent typing and grammar skills with a precise phone voice. + Advanced proficiency in project cycle management, project coordination, and construction documentation. + Ability to sort through raw data and produce matrices. + Strong personnel, project, and time management skills. + Detail-oriented and organized with strong written and verbal communication skills. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Fluency in additional languages is a plus. + Knowledge of MS Project is advantageous. + Experience in the amusement park or space coast industry is beneficial. + Background in purchasing, maintenance, finance, bookkeeping, or accounting with a technical Background in a park environment is desirable. Work Environment This position is based on-site in St. Petersburg, working Monday to Friday with travel required 10-20% of the time. The role may require working evenings and weekends to meet deadlines and manage workload. The work environment is dynamic, offering opportunities for career advancement and networking. Employees enjoy perks such as free park access, discounts on food and merchandise, exclusive events, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, and sometimes educational reimbursement. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of St. Petersburg, FL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $36.06 - $60.06/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in St. Petersburg,FL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
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