Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. ARCO is a design-build construction company focused on delivering projects for clients nationwide. The Thru-Put Project Manager will lead consulting and operational improvement projects, analyze distribution and manufacturing processes, develop recommendations and business cases, support automation solutions, manage client relationships, and contribute to business development.
Responsibilities
- Leading project teams and organizing resources to deliver project objectives on time and to a high standard
- Working directly with clients to understand their goals, lead meetings, communicate recommendations, and build long-term relationships
- Managing project scope, priorities, timelines, and deliverables while maintaining a strong focus on results
- Analyzing operational data using tools such as Excel, Access, SQL, and emerging AI tools to identify trends, evaluate performance, and develop recommendations
- Evaluating current operations, identifying process gaps, and developing alternative solutions and strategies
- Developing process flows, gathering observational data, refining solutions, and applying appropriate operational improvement methodologies
- Developing clear business cases that communicate the value and expected impact of improvement initiatives
- Using AutoCAD to support operational concepts, layouts, material handling solutions, and automation design
- Evaluating and supporting the deployment of automated equipment, material handling systems, and technology solutions
- Applying an understanding of WMS, WCS, and WES systems and how they integrate with automation and operational processes
- Supporting and eventually leading business development activities with account teams, network contacts, and new lead development
- Building and maintaining relationships with clients and industry contacts to identify future opportunities
- Coaching and developing team members while helping build the capabilities of the broader project team
- Collaborating with vendors, project stakeholders, and internal support teams to successfully execute projects
- Traveling to client and project locations approximately 50–70% of the time, often for extended periods
Skills
- * Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field
- * Experience in distribution, manufacturing, operations management, supply chain consulting, automation, or a related environment
- * Experience leading projects and organizing teams to deliver results
- * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience using tools such as Excel, Access, SQL, AI tools, or similar technologies
- * Experience evaluating operational performance, identifying process gaps, and developing practical improvement strategies
- * Ability to develop process flows, gather and analyze observational data, refine solutions, and apply appropriate operational improvement methodologies
- * AutoCAD experience and the ability to understand and communicate operational layouts and concepts
- * Interest and experience with automated equipment, material handling, and technology used to improve operations
- * Basic understanding of WMS, WCS, and WES systems and their integration with automation
- * Strong communication and client relationship skills, with the ability to confidently lead client meetings and project discussions
- * Ability to develop and communicate clear business cases for operational improvement initiatives
- * Experience supporting or contributing to a strategic sales or business development team
- * Confident, creative, professional, personable, and positive approach when working with clients, project teams, vendors, and support staff
- * Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining focus on timely project delivery
- * Willingness and ability to travel 50–70% based on project needs and location
- * Previous external consulting experience is preferred
- * Advanced degrees and professional certifications are welcomed
Benefits
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Work alongside experienced project and industry professionals while gaining exposure to operations strategy, automation, technology, supply chain, and business development
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