Bilingual Project Manager – Industrial Projects and Automation

About the company

Important multinational company specialized in the design, supply, and integration of industrial solutions for manufacturing, food, beverages, liquor, and other productive sectors, is looking for a Project Manager to lead automation projects and the assembly of production lines in Latin America.

Your tasks

Job Objective: Lead the integral execution of industrial projects, acting as a liaison between clients, international manufacturers, and technical teams, ensuring compliance with schedules, technical specifications, budget, and customer satisfaction. You will be responsible for coordinating multiple simultaneous projects related to the installation and commissioning of industrial machinery and automated lines, maintaining constant communication with international suppliers and clients in the region.

• Manage industrial projects from award to final delivery.
• Be the main point of contact between the client, international supplier, and technical team.
• Follow up on manufacturing, logistics, installation, and commissioning of equipment.
• Coordinate project follow-up and control meetings.
• Keep the client informed about progress, risks, and changes.
• Verify compliance with schedules, costs, and scope.
• Coordinate installation, testing, and equipment startup activities.
• Manage deviations and resolve critical situations during execution.
• Guarantee documentation and traceability for each project.
• Ensure a positive customer experience throughout all stages of the project.

Requirements

Professional Training in Mechanical, Industrial, Electronic, Automation Engineering, or related careers. Complementary training in Project Management is desirable.

Required Experience

• Minimum 4 to 5 years leading industrial projects in industrial engineering, automation, or industrial machinery companies, in manufacturing, food, beverage, or mass consumption companies.
• Experience managing investment projects, plant expansions, automation, equipment assembly, or production lines.
• Desirable experience in large companies where you have participated in the execution of complex industrial projects.
• Ability to simultaneously manage between 7 and 9 projects.
• Experience interacting with different areas, suppliers, contractors, and clients.

Technical Knowledge

• Industrial project management.
• AutoCAD.
• Microsoft Office (intermediate-advanced Excel).
• Reading and interpretation of technical blueprints.
• Planning and monitoring of schedules.
• Risk and budget control.
• Desirable knowledge of PMI, PMBOK, or similar methodologies.
• Desirable experience in international environments.

English Advanced level (indispensable). The position requires frequent communication with European manufacturers and relationship management with clients and suppliers in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Must have the ability to participate in technical meetings, follow up on projects, and manage operational situations in English.

• Emotional intelligence.
• Assertive communication.
• Organization and attention to detail.
• Planning and follow-up.
• Problem-solving.
• Customer orientation.
• Negotiation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Adaptability.
• Simultaneous management of multiple projects.

Availability

• Availability for national and international travel.
• Valid passport.
• US Visa desirable.

-Requirements- Minimum education: University / Professional Career 5 years of experience

Other

Conditions

• Location: Medellín
• Modality: Hybrid (3 days in-person, 2 days home office)
• Schedule: Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Contract: Indefinite
• Salary: To be agreed
• Benefits: Health insurance policy

Important Although the position has the title of Project Manager, its main focus is the operational execution and coordination of industrial projects. You will report directly to the Project Leader, who is responsible for the strategic, financial, and budgetary management of the portfolio. We are looking for a professional with high capacity for follow-up, coordination, and field execution, who acts as second-in-command for projects, guaranteeing schedule compliance, articulation between the involved parties, and the correct installation and commissioning of equipment.

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