Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

Lift Solutions Holdings (LSH) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Manager to join our team. LSH is a leading crane manufacturer specializing in high-quality, custom-engineered lifting solutions. The Project Manager will oversee the complete lifecycle of crane manufacturing projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. This role requires strong project management skills, a technical understanding of crane systems, and the ability to coordinate across multiple departments and with customers.

• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with customers, sales, engineering, installation, and manufacturing teams.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets aligned with customer requirements and company goals.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions to ensure successful delivery.

• Serve as the primary liaison between internal departments including engineering, production, procurement, and installation teams.
• Ensure engineering designs meet customer specifications and applicable compliance standards.
• Collaborate with supply chain teams to secure materials and track vendor performance to meet production timelines.

• Maintain strong, professional relationships with clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide regular project updates, address questions, and resolve issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Conduct post-project reviews to gather feedback and identify improvement opportunities.

• Identify opportunities to improve project workflows, reduce lead times, and enhance installation efficiencies.
• Implement project management best practices to streamline processes and improve team communication.
• Support efforts to standardize project documentation, reporting formats, and project management tools.

• Track project budgets and ensure cost control by monitoring expenses and resource usage.
• Prepare budget updates, financial forecasts, and cost-to-complete reports.
• Identify deviations from plan and escalate issues when necessary.
• Drive change orders resulting from scope changes or jobsite conditions.

• Ensure all project activities comply with applicable industry safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Promote a consistent focus on safety, quality, and operational excellence across all project phases.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, business management, or a related field.
• 3+ years of project management experience, ideally in crane manufacturing, heavy equipment, or industrial engineering.
• Strong technical understanding of crane systems, lifting equipment, or comparable machinery.
• Proficiency in project management software and methodologies (MS Project, Primavera, Agile, etc.).
• Excellent communication and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven approach.
• PMP certification or equivalent is a plus.