Senior Project Manager - Automated Warehousing/DC

THE OPPORTUNITY

Positioned at the forefront of innovation in warehouse automation, there’s never been a more exciting time to join Dematic. As a global leader in intelligent intralogistics and material handling solutions, we continue to secure complex, high-impact projects across the APAC region.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of highly complex, large-scale warehouse automation and material handling system (MHS) projects. Based in Sydney/Melbourne/Brisbane, you will play a key role in delivering strategically critical projects for major clients across NSW, VIC, and QLD.

Operating in a fast-paced, technically sophisticated environment, you will manage multiple projects simultaneously, working with advanced automation technologies and cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional outcomes for our customers.

This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role where you will take full ownership of the project lifecycle, from contract award through to commissioning, customer acceptance, and final handover.

WHAT YOU WILL BE WORKING ON

You will play a critical role in ensuring successful project delivery, including:

Full ownership of the project delivery phase, from contract review through to final handover

Reviewing contracts to define scope, milestones, and key deliverables

Leading development and management of integrated project schedules (critical path focus)

Bringing together internal and external stakeholders to align on scope of works and execution strategy

Managing project budgets, cost forecasting, and financial performance

Identifying and managing unallocated costs, variations, and commercial risks

Driving procurement, supplier commitments, and project supply chain performance

Overseeing subcontractor engagement, performance, and sign-off for invoicing

Leading risk management, change management, and issue resolution

Managing project challenges including delays, scope changes, and extensions of time

Supporting FAT, SAT, commissioning, and customer acceptance testing

Acting as the key client-facing lead, ensuring expectations are managed and met

Tasks and Qualifications:

SETTING YOU UP FOR SUCCESS

Degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related discipline

Proven experience delivering large-scale, complex engineering, automation, or MHS projects

Background in MHS, warehouse automation, FMCG, high-speed packaging, or integrated engineering environments

Strong understanding of system layouts, design intent, and integration complexity

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in fast-paced environments

Solid commercial acumen across contracts, budgets, variations, and cost control

Proficiency with project planning tools (MS Project or similar PM software)

Ability to interpret AutoCAD layouts and system designs

Strong reporting, communication, and stakeholder presentation skills

Willingness to travel to customer sites locally and interstate

WHAT SETS YOU APART

Calm, resilient, and able to lead through complexity and change

Decisive and proactive, with a strong forward-planning mindset

Skilled negotiator with the ability to influence commercial outcomes

Strong stakeholder engagement across multidisciplinary teams and clients

A hands-on leader who can “weather the storm” and deliver results

WHY BRING YOUR CAREER TO DEMATIC

This is an exciting time to join Dematic. We are proud to design, build, implement, and support automated system solutions for warehouses, distribution centres, and production facilities. We live on the cutting edge of technology and industry and are a global leader with 12,000 employees worldwide and over 900 employees in Australia and New Zealand.

And some other great things to know about us……

Employee engagement is high at 80% in our recent employee survey

Average tenure is 8 years, with 12% internal promotions and transfers annually because we actively invest in developing our people.

A staggering 30% of all new hires are referrals, as our people know it's a great place to work and recommend it to others

HOW TO APPLY

If you are a motivated and experienced Senior Project Manager who enjoys the responsibility of overseeing complex projects, then we would love to hear from you. Please click on the ‘Apply for this job’ button and submit your resume. For more information visit: www.dematic.com

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