Experienced Project Manager PLM

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Date: Mar 18, 2026

Location: Council Bluffs, US

Company: PALFINGER

At PALFINGER, we have been lifting goods to a new level for over 90 years - with a pioneering and passionate spirit. As a global technology and engineering company, we are the world's leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative crane and lifting solutions. Our success is based on the tireless efforts of our approximately 12,350 employees, who contribute their ideas and energy to our vision. With us, you can expect a dynamic working environment full of opportunities for personal and professional development. Become part of our team and start your career at PALFINGER.

 

Join PALFINGER as you lead complex, cross‑functional projects that shape the future of our product lifecycle management (PLM) efforts across North America. In this role, you will manage end‑to‑end project execution, collaborate with global and regional teams, and drive alignment across engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and commercial functions. You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring that key product, module, research, and outsourcing projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to defined targets. This position reports to the NAM Regional Head of Engineering and is based in Council Bluffs, IA.
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Your Responsibilities

  • Lead full lifecycle project management across product, module, research, and outsourcing initiatives, ensuring successful planning, execution, and closure.
  • Develop and maintain project scopes, goals, deliverables, timelines, schedules, budgets, and KPIs.
  • Coordinate across procurement, R&D, quality, supplier quality, industrial engineering, operations, sales, and finance to align targets, share knowledge, and track progress.
  • Identify project risks early, implement mitigation plans, manage changes, and communicate updates to stakeholders and leadership.
  • Facilitate meetings, standups, retrospectives, and performance reviews while driving continuous improvement within your project areas.
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Your Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/industrial engineering or similar discipline; mechatronics or steel construction fields welcome.
  • 5–7 years of project management experience in industrial or manufacturing environments, with strong command of Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid methods.
  • Excellent communication skills—including technical writing and spoken English—with Spanish and/or German proficiency as a plus.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, Smartsheet, and SAP ERP, with proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Skilled in problem‑solving, root‑cause analysis, corrective action, and influencing cross‑functional/global teams; PMP/CAPM/Agile certification preferred. Travel up to 30%, including international.
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What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation
  • Comprehensive benefits package with flexible options
  • Career growth opportunities
  • A culture of Respect, Integrity, Openness, Inclusion, and Support
  • The chance to build strong teams, improve operations, and make a big impact

 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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