Job offer: Automation Project Manager

Department:

Operations

Vacancy located in:

Birmingham

Company presentation:

Would you like to join a global business at the forefront of innovation and intralogistics technology?

Mecalux is a leading company in the worldwide storage systems market, with over 60 years of experience. The organisation is a pioneer in implementing advanced technologies in the design, manufacture and marketing of logistics solutions, including automated storage and retrieval systems, warehouse management software solutions, and metal racking.

As part of our continued growth, we’re seeking talented professionals to join our dynamic, forward-thinking team, firmly committed to innovation and development.

Job Description:

Our Automation department requires an Automation Project Manager, who will be in charge of carrying out the following responsibilities:

  • Manage the complete lifecycle of automation projects from project kick-off to final customer acceptance.

  • Monitor and verify project progress on-site to ensure successful execution.

  • Track project schedules and milestones and implement corrective actions where required.

  • Coordinate internal and external teams, subcontractors and stakeholders throughout project delivery.

  • Ensure installation, commissioning and construction activities meet required quality standards.

  • Monitor compliance with health & safety, environmental and employment regulations.

  • Lead and manage project teams throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Act as the primary point of contact for customers and provide regular project updates.

  • Identify project risks and develop mitigation plans.

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and project management best practices.

Minimum requirements:

  • Hard-working, proactive, organised, methodical and dynamic professional.

  • Proven experience as a Project Manager, ideally within industrial automation, intralogistics or material handling.

  • Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors.

  • Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.

  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

  • University degree in Engineering

  • Availability for extensive travel and overnight stays (approximately 75% of working time).

  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

We offer:

  • Permanent contract.

  • Continuous professional development and training.

  • Positive and collaborative working environment.

  • Opportunity to work within a highly qualified international team.

  • Company car.

  • Home-based position with frequent travel to customer sites across the UK and internationally.

  • Full-time position.

Contact

hr.uk@mecalux.com