Project Manager
Pubblicato il 28-10-2026 - Vertiv in Italia
pp /brbJOB DESCRIPTIONbr/ /b The Strategic Operations Project Manager is responsible for managing end-to-end delivery of global manufacturing footprint and capacity expansion initiatives
- including new factory builds from scope definition phase through operational launch. The Strategic Operations Project Manager will coordinate across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and regional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet all operational readiness requirements. The position requires deep expertise in manufacturing operations, capital project execution, line balancing, and advanced manufacturing process design, with the ability to manage multiple complex workstreams simultaneously across global regions. /br /p /brp /brbJob Summarybr/ /bbJOB DESCRIPTIONbr/ /b The Strategic Operations Project Manager is responsible for managing end-to-end delivery of global manufacturing footprint and capacity expansion initiatives
- including new factory builds from scope definition phase through operational launch. The Strategic Operations Project Manager will coordinate across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and regional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet all operational readiness requirements. The position requires deep expertise in manufacturing operations, capital project execution, line balancing, and advanced manufacturing process design, with the ability to manage multiple complex workstreams simultaneously across global regions. /br /p /brh3Responsibilities /h3 /brbProject Leadership and Execution: /b /brul /brliLead end-to-end project management of manufacturing capacity expansion and new factory initiatives from scope definition, through design, construction, equipment installation, and operational launch.
/li /brliDevelop and manage integrated project plans including scope, schedule, budget, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies. /li /brliDrive project governance including stage-gate reviews, executive status reporting, and stakeholder communication across all organizational levels. /li /br /ul /brh3Manufacturing Footprint And Capacity Expansion /h3 /brul /brliManage greenfield and brownfield manufacturing facility projects, ensuring alignment with global footprint strategy and long-term business growth objectives. /li /brliCoordinate facility layout planning, manufacturing line design, equipment procurement, and installation activities for new and expanded sites. /li /brliEnsure new facilities achieve target capacity, quality standards, and operational key performance indicators within defined timelines and budget. /li /br /ul /brh3Capital Expenditure And Budget Management /h3 /brul /brliDevelop and manage capital expenditure budgets for manufacturing expansion projects, ensuring financial discipline and return on investment targets are met. /li /brliPrepare business cases, capital appropriation requests, and financial justifications for investment decisions presented to senior leadership. /li /brliTrack project expenditures against approved budgets and report variances with corrective action plans.
/li /br /ul /brh3Manufacturing Process And Optimization /h3 /brul /brliApply knowledge of manufacturing processes, line balancing, and production optimization to ensure efficient manufacturing system design in new and expanded facilities. /li /brliCoordinate advanced manufacturing technology integration, including automation and digital factory solutions, into new and expanded facilities. /li /brliEnsure design for manufacturability principles are incorporated during facility and line design phases to support quality and throughput targets. /li /br /ul /brh3Cross-Functional And Global Coordination /h3 /brul /brliPartner with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and regional leadership to align project delivery with business objectives and capacity strategy. /li /brliCoordinate vendor selection, equipment qualification, and technology transfer activities across regions, ensuring consistency and operational readiness. /li /brliManage cross-regional dependencies and ensure seamless handoffs from project delivery to plant operations teams upon facility launch. /li /br /ul /brh3Data-Driven Decision Making /h3 /brul /brliLeverage manufacturing and business intelligence data, including Manufacturing Execution Systems, Enterprise Resource Planning systems, and capacity planning tools, to drive strategic decisions. /li /brliDevelop and maintain models for manufacturing cost, utilization, and capacity scenario analysis to support footprint planning. /li /br /ul /brh3Education Certifications /h3 /brul /brliBachelor's degree required: Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related technical field. /li /brliLean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt) ideal but not required. /li /br /ul /brh3Requirements /h3 /brul /brli5 or more years o