Machine Automation Project Manager III
Company: PROGRESSIVE MACHINE & DESIGN
Location: Victor, NY 14564
Salary: $125,000 - $145,000 a year
Type: Full-time
Level: Senior
Posted: 2026-02-10
About this role
Description:
JOB SUMMARY
The Project Manager III role is designed for Project Mangers that are self-sufficient on all assigned projects and tasks, only requiring managerial assistance with significant customer escalation issues. These PMs can handle a substantial portfolio in both quantity and size of projects with minimal managerial intervention. They are also tasked with mentorship of the PM I role.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan.
- Establish deadlines throughout the project and monitor progress.
- Identify and resolves issues within the project scope.
- Define and manage resources to reach objectives in an effective and efficient manner.
- Track project costs to meet the established budget.
- Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan.
- Provide project updates on a weekly basis to ensure schedule, scope, and budget are maintained to the internal customers.
- Provide bi-weekly reports to customers.
- Manage contracts with vendors and suppliers to meet project goals.
- Communicate with internal and external customer to meet project needs.
- Prepare change orders for project changes.
- Release engineering documentation into the company’s procurement system.
- Measure project performance to identify areas of improvement.
OTHER DUTIES
- Observe safety procedures including but not limited to wearing proper safety equipment
- Other duties as necessary when requested by management within Federal and State regulations for the position
Requirements:
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related field.
- Minimum 10+years’ experience in project management.
- Experience running at least 10 concurrent projects with a portfolio size of greater than $15M.
- Automation experience is required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Working knowledge of design specifications.
- Knowledge of risks assessments and technical writing.
- Knowledge of parametric modeling, Autocad, Solidworks...