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