Position Summary The Junior Project Manager, Automation assists in the planning, coordination, and execution of automation and control projects at Daedalus Industrial. This role provides early-career project professionals the opportunity to build foundational skills in scope management, scheduling, budgeting, and client communication while learning Daedalus' project execution processes and PMBOK-based methodologies. Working under the guidance of senior project managers, the Junior Project Manager contributes to redefining efficiency through disciplined project delivery and continuous learning.

Key Responsibilities

Project Support & Coordination

Assist in defining project scope, deliverables, and objectives in collaboration with project managers and stakeholders.
Help develop project plans, budgets, schedules, and milestone timelines using company tools and ERP systems.
Coordinate with internal teams (engineering, fabrication, field services) to track progress and maintain project alignment.
Support documentation control efforts, ensuring accurate project records, meeting minutes, and deliverable logs.
Prepare and maintain project reports, status updates, and presentations for internal and client review.

Execution & Monitoring

Track project progress against budget and schedule; assist in identifying risks or variances.
Support project change management processes, including scope change documentation and impact analysis.
Participate in project risk and open issue tracking, ensuring clear communication of action items.
Collaborate with team leads to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with company and client standards.

Learning & Professional Development

Learn and apply structured project management practices (PMBOK-based) to improve consistency and predictability in project outcomes.
Shadow senior project managers in client meetings, project reviews, and financial reporting processes.
Contribute to continuous improvement by documenting lessons learned and process enhancements.
Develop strong communication and coordination skills for cross-functional project environments.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or related field.
0–3 years of experience in project coordination or engineering (internship/co-op experience acceptable).
Foundational understanding of project management concepts (scope, schedule, cost, risk).
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software (Microsoft Project or equivalent).
Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Willingness to learn and grow within a collaborative, technically driven environment.

Working Conditions

Office and fabrication shop environments with occasional client site visits.
Exposure to active automation and commissioning environments.
PPE required in shop and field settings.
10-15% Travel for project or client meetings or installations

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