Project Manager - Industrial Automation chez CLX Engineering

Description

Are you a proactive, detail-driven Project Manager with a knack for guiding complex engineering projects from concept to completion? CLX Engineering is looking for a dynamic leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about delivering high-quality automation solutions. If you've got experience in industrial automation, baggage handling systems, or theme park engineering, we want to talk to you.

This position plays a key role in shaping our most impactful projects—from airport systems to large-scale automation—by serving as the bridge between technical teams, business development, and executive leadership.

This is a salaried exempt position reporting directly to the Director, Project Management.

What You’ll Do

Project Leadership & Communication

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including engineering, operations, and leadership to keep projects on schedule and within scope.
• Develop and execute communication strategies for high-impact projects, including internal updates and external stakeholder engagement.

Budget & Schedule Ownership

• Plan, manage, and track complex budgets, schedules, and resource plans.
• Proactively identify variances and implement corrective actions.
• Minimize operational disruptions and ensure full compliance with reporting and funding obligations.

Team & Culture Building

• Mentor junior project managers and support staff.
• Promote collaboration across departments and with external partners.
• Embody CLX Engineering’s Core Values

If you've got what it takes, we'd love to hear from you!

Requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 8–10 years of project and construction management experience for complex, operational, capital projects (preferably in airport baggage handling systems or related industrial automation).
• Proven ability to manage projects in high-stakes, 24/7 operational environments.
• Excellent customer service and execution skills.
• Experience interacting with senior executives, stakeholders, and occasionally regulatory bodies.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Expertise in budgets, schedules, resource management, and reporting tools.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint, and Enterprise Project systems.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Desired (Nice-to-Have) Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• PMP Certification or other relevant project management credentials.
• Familiarity with airport operations, especially at large hubs.
• Experience with project control systems for managing budgets, timelines, resources, and scope.
• Engineering experience in industries such as theme parks, security systems, or logistics automation.