Serac · 3 days ago
Senior Project Manager
Greater Chicago Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expSerac is a company specializing in industrial machinery and automation, and they are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead new machine installations. The role involves managing projects from kickoff to site acceptance testing, ensuring customer satisfaction and adherence to technical and financial goals.
Machinery ManufacturingManufacturingPackaging Services
No H1B
Hiring Manager
Mary Diaz
Responsibilities
Manage projects from kickoff through SAT , ensuring customer requirements, technical specifications, and contractual obligations are met on time and within budget
Act as the main liaison between customers, suppliers, and internal teams, enabling clear, timely, and effective communication throughout the project lifecycle
Maintain detailed project schedules , track milestones, manage budgets and contract modifications, and ensure documentation complies with ISO 9001
Coordinate technical activities , including machine layout development, procurement, risk evaluation, and on-site execution to support smooth project delivery
Represent the company professionally in internal meetings and at customer sites, ensuring positive customer experience and compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Required travel up to 20%
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Proficient in interpreting plant layouts, technical drawings, and using 2D/3D CAD systems
Skilled in project scheduling, tracking, and using ERP/PLM tools to manage deliverables
Strong communication, negotiation, and customer relationship management abilities
Demonstrates cross-functional collaboration, strategic thinking, and sound business judgment
Competent in Microsoft Office applications with strong written and verbal communication skills
Mechanical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing or Electrical Engineering/Engineering Technology or technical field degree
Bachelor's degree with 7+ years of experience
or an associate degree with 8+ years of experience
or 10+ years of experience
Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds
Ability to bend, kneel, walk or sit for extended periods of time
Ability to reach above head and below knees
Company
Serac
Serac is an international family-owned group founded over 50 years ago.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2000-01-01Private Equity
Recent News
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