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You own project performance across scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk management and customer outcomes while serving as the primary leadership point for both the customer and the DCS project team. \nThe Project Director provides strategic direction and executive oversight across Engineering, Procurement, Site Operations, Testing & Commissioning, Controls, and Project Management to ensure successful project outcomes. This role is typically assigned to large, high-visibility automation projects with significant financial, operational, and customer impact. \nAll in all, you'll be a key member of the Project Delivery organization, ensuring projects are delivered with precision, accountability and execution excellence. \nWe value leaders who can manage complexity, drive alignment across stakeholders, make informed decisions, and consistently deliver successful outcomes for our customers. \nIn This Role, You Will \nProject Leadership & Execution \nLead large, high-complexity distribution center and automation implementations, including greenfield and brownfield projects. \nServe as the executive owner of a single large-scale project from concept through go-live and final acceptance. \nOwn project performance across scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. \nEstablish project execution strategies that align customer expectations with DCS business objectives. \nMaintain overall accountability for successful project delivery and achievement of contractual commitments. \nDrive accountability across all project stakeholders and functional teams. \nCustomer Leadership \nServe as the primary executive interface between DCS and the customer. \nBuild and maintain strong relationships with customer leadership and key decision-makers. \nLead executive project reviews, steering committee meetings, and critical escalation discussions. \nProvide proactive communication regarding project performance, risks, mitigation plans, and key decisions. \nResolve customer concerns while balancing commercial protection and long-term partnership objectives. \nFinancial & Commercial Management \nOwn project financial performance including revenue, margin, cash flow, forecasting, and change management. \nPartner with Project Controls and Finance to maintain accurate project forecasts and financial visibility. \nLead executive review of change orders, claims, commercial risks, and contract matters. \nEnsure project decisions support both customer success and DCS financial objectives. \nRisk Management & Decision Making \nIdentify project risks early and drive proactive mitigation strategies. \nMake timely and informed decisions to manage tradeoffs and protect project outcomes. \nLead resolution of complex technical, commercial, schedule, procurement, permitting, installation, commissioning and integration challenges. \nMaintain executive visibility of project health through KPIs, risk registers, and governance reviews. \nEscalate critical issues appropriately while driving accountability for resolution. \nTechnical & Operational Leadership \nApply expertise in Material Handling Systems, Controls, SW and Distribution Center Operations to support project execution. \nPartner with Engineering, Procurement, Controls, SW, Site Operations, and Testing teams to ensure alignment and successful delivery. \nDefine project requirements and execution strategies in collaboration with customers and internal stakeholders. \nOversee major project milestones including engineering completion, equipment procurement, installation, commissioning, testing, and go-live. \nManage vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors, serving as the executive escalation point when required. \nTeam Leadership & Development \nLead and mentor Project Managers, Site Managers, and project leadership teams. \nDelegate effectively while maintaining accountability for project performance. \nDetermine resource requirements and partner with leadership to ensure projects are properly staffed. \nFoster a culture of accountability, ownership, safety, collaboration, and execution excellence. \nSupport the development of future project leaders through coaching and mentorship. \nContinuous Improvement \nDrive lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives throughout the project lifecycle. \nImprove project delivery processes, tools, governance, and execution methodologies. \nUtilize data, metrics, and root cause analysis to solve problems and prevent recurrence. \nPromote standardization and best practices that improve project predictability and customer outcomes. \nQualifications \nRequired \nBachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Project Management, or a related field. \n15+ years of experience delivering complex automation, material handling, industrial, or large-scale capital projects. \nDemonstrated success leading projects exceeding $50M-$100M+ in value. \nStrong financial, commercial, contract, and risk management experience. \nProven ability to lead executive-level customer relationships and cross-functional teams. \nExcellent leadership, communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. \nAbility and willingness to travel 20-40% based on project and business needs.\nPreferred \nPMP certification or equivalent project management credential. \nExperience delivering large-scale automation projects for major customers in the US \nExperience with Material Handling Systems, Controls Integration, Distribution Centers, or Warehouse Automation. \nAbout Us:\nConveyor may be in our name, but it’s only part of what we do. DCS was founded in 1982 and has grown to serve major clients in multiple industries by providing material handling, full-scale warehouse operations and conveyor design solutions that are custom crafted for their need. We don’t sell ready-made systems - we build relationships that empower us to craft custom solutions together. It’s the teamwork approach, sharing ideas and building upon them, that produces the best results.\nAnd DCS is committed to creating an extraordinary employment experience for our team. We work like crazy to hire and develop great people, build relationships, and ensure that the programs and services we offer our team are among the best in the business- from a killer snack wall and casual work environment to flexible PTO and opportunities to give back within the community.\nMore reasons to join our team:\nWe pride ourselves in our family-like culture and casual, but focused, work environment\nWe offer competitive salaries and health benefits\nOur 401K program includes a 100% match up to 5%\nParticipation in our Discretionary Profit-Sharing Program\nWe offer our employees flexibility and autonomy\nWe do community outreach projects throughout the year\nWe know how to throw company events\nWe work hard, but we also know how to have fun - darts, anyone?\nIndividuals seeking employment at Designed Conveyor Systems are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Accommodation is available to applicants with a disability condition, when applying, testing, or interviewing for a position. 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