Sr. Project Manager Role - Grow Into PM Leadership in Columbus
Career & Market Insight
This Sr. Project Manager role at KPI Solutions sits in the industrial/supply chain solutions space, requiring both strategic and field-level execution. The 90% travel requirement signals this is a client-facing delivery role, likely involving warehouse automation, systems integration, or large-scale infrastructure projects.
Compensation & Market Context: No salary is listed, but Sr. PMs in industrial or supply chain technology typically earn $95,000–$140,000 annually in the US, with field-heavy roles sometimes including travel bonuses or per-diem. Candidates should negotiate accordingly given the significant travel burden.
Skills This Role Develops:
- Enterprise-level scope and budget management — highly transferable across industries.
- Cross-functional stakeholder leadership in matrix environments.
- Procurement, subcontract management, and permitting — valuable in construction and industrial PM tracks.
- Client relationship development — a stepping stone to business development or program director roles.
Green Flags: Comprehensive benefits package, PMP/CAPM certification preference (signals investment in professional credentials), and training & development benefit suggest a company willing to grow talent.
Red Flags: The 90% travel expectation is a significant lifestyle trade-off and can accelerate burnout. The lack of a salary range lacks transparency. Candidates should clarify travel expense policies, project locations, and promotion pathways before accepting.
Ideal for a mid-career PM looking to build field leadership credentials en route to a Director of Project Management or VP of Operations role.
Sr. Project Managers are responsible for establishing and leading enterprise-wide, cross-functional strategic initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead a variety of different types of projects.
- Hold kickoff calls for internal and external customers.
- Ensure end results are of the highest caliber with a clearly articulated scope and quantifiable business benefit.
- Rigorously manage scope to ensure commitments are achieved within agreed-on time, cost, and quality parameters.
- Develop communication plans and interfaces to execute per project plan and scope.
- Develop and maintain successful client relationships.
- Develop business opportunities as they arise.
- Responsible for project start-up, project quality, and compliance.
- Submit and review change orders, while effectively communicating issues and developing resolutions.
- Track and maintain project budgets.
- Ensure subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders are reviewed and accurate.
- Participate in the development of schedules and sequencing of work.
- Develop project schedules and be responsible for project cost control.
- Secure transportation and ensure material and subcontractors meet schedule requirements.
- Work with engineering to secure approval drawings and installation drawings.
- Work with permit personnel to secure permits as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalent experience.
- Ability to work remotely with minimal daily supervision.
- 3+ years of project management experience.
- Travel is ad hoc and can be up to 90%.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Experience with diverse groups and matrix-managed environments.
- Strong communication skills.
- Able to solve problems and think outside the box.
- Proficiency in project management tools, MS Project or other software.
- PMP or CAPM certification preferred.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Care Concierge Service
- 401(k) Retirement Plan (Pre-tax & Roth)
- Company-paid Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
- Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Milk Stork Program
- Wellness Program with gift card redemption and wellness challenges
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & 10 Holidays)
- Training & Development
KPI Solutions provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
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