On-Site Project Manager (East, Central, West)

Symbotic is an automation technology company developing AI-powered robotic and software platforms for supply chain and warehouse operations. The Project Manager will lead cross-functional teams in delivering large-scale automation solutions at customer sites, managing scope, cost, schedule, quality, risks, and stakeholder alignment through system acceptance.

Responsibilities:

• Ownership of project delivery, ensuring scope, cost, schedule, and quality objectives are consistently achieved
• Lead cross-functional teams through the execution phase of the project, from early site preparation and coordination to final system acceptance, while maintaining a strong focus on project goals
• Partner closely with engineering, supply chain, quality, installation, and commissioning leaders to coordinate timelines and ensure rapid, high-quality system delivery
• Proactively identify and manage risks & opportunities to deliver projects on time and within budget
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings, providing clear and consistent updates to both internal and external stakeholders to keep projects on track
• Foster a culture built on transparency, timely decision-making, and strong partnerships across all project participants

Requirements:

• Remote, travel-based position 60%. The individual in this role will be expected to travel to and work on-site at the project they are managing. Candidates must be located in the Eastern, Central, or Western time zones to ensure effective collaboration with on-site and cross-functional teams
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 4 years experience managing large automation, material handling, or construction projects
• Proven experience in scheduling, scope, cost, and risk management for complex technical projects
• Experience managing design/build, installation, and construction projects
• Skilled at stakeholder management across clients, contractors, and engineering teams
• Track record of delivery on time and within budget
• Strong problem-solving under pressure and ability to implement creative solutions
• Effective negotiator with proven ability to balance competing priorities
• Proficient with scheduling software, earned value management, and data-driven performance tracking (Smartsheet / Jira)
• Willingness to travel up to 60%
• Up to 60% of travel may be required. Employees must have a valid driver's license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations
• Employee must have a valid driver's license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations. The person taking this position will be required to perform work at our customer installation locations for extended periods where equipment is installed and ready for commissioning
• The employee is routinely required to work at heights of up to 45 feet and within restrictive areas of 24 inches. to stand; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Approximately 75% of site time will be spent on a construction site with PPE required (hard hat, safety vest, steel toes, eyeglasses, ear protection, fall protection (e.g., safety harness)
• Subject to environmental conditions, protection from weather conditions but not necessarily temperature changes. Must be capable of working in temperatures ranging from 105° to 32° Fahrenheit
• Background in robotic automation, ASRS, or material handling preferred