Senior Project Manager - Logistics

Senior Project Manager – Architecture & Engineering (A&E) - Logistics

Durham, NC, USA
• Grand Rapids, MI, USA
• Charlotte, NC, USA

Posted Monday, January 19, 2026 at 5:00 AM

As a Senior Project Manager on our Logistics team, you will lead multiple small to mid-sized design projects while supporting complex, high-volume programs for a global e-commerce client. You will manage scope, schedule, and budget from proposal through execution, serving as a trusted client liaison throughout the project lifecycle. You will have the opportunity to drive team collaboration and client success on fast-paced initiatives that shape the physical network of one of the world’s largest logistics operations.

• Manage multiple small to mid-sized projects and support complex, high-volume programs, ensuring scope, budget, and schedule alignment.
• Serve as the primary liaison to our confidential e-commerce client, fostering long-term trust through proactive communication and consistent delivery.
• Coordinate in-house and consultant team resources, facilitating effective integration across all disciplines.
• Lead project startup processes, including work plan development, budget setup, and project kickoff meetings.
• Develop detailed proposals and schedules, with clear definition of scope and deliverables aligned to internal and external expectations.
• Track and manage budgets, technical schedules, and QA/QC milestones across the full project lifecycle.
• Identify and mitigate risk proactively to ensure on-time delivery and minimize rework.
• Mentor junior staff in project management best practices, team communication, and client coordination.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Architecture, Engineering, Interiors, or Landscape Architecture. A Master’s degree is a plus.
• 10 or more years of experience managing design projects in a professional A/E environment.
• Professional licensure or registration in your discipline preferred.
• PMP or other formal PM certification (PSMJ, PMI) preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams.
• Experience with Deltek Vision and project planning tools preferred.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills with demonstrated success managing cross-functional teams.
• Ability to build and maintain positive client relationships in high-stakes, high-volume environments.
• Proven ability to manage risk, resolve conflicts, and drive technical excellence across interdisciplinary teams.

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