LL01-080625 Project Manager for ARS/ARGS Warehouse System (OH)

Validation & Engineering Group, Inc. (V&EG) is a leading services supplier who provides solutions for the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Chemical, Food, and Medical Devices industries in the following areas: Laboratory, Compliance, Computer, Engineering, Project Management, Validation, and other services.

We are seeking a talented, dedicated individual committed to work under the highest ethics standards for the following position:

• Project Manager ARS/ARGS Warehouse Systems

Job Summary:

The Project Manager will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of a warehouse automation project involving Automated Retrieval System (ARS) and Automated Retrieval and Guided Storage (ARGS) technologies. This role includes full lifecycle project managementfrom concept and design through construction, commissioning, validation (if applicable), and turnover. The Project Manager will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage vendor and contractor relationships, and ensure that all project milestones, budgets, and quality expectations are met.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership:

• Manage all phases of the ARS/ARGS implementation project from initiation through close-out.

• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria.

• Create and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and risk registers.

• Stakeholder & Team Management:

• Coordinate with stakeholders across engineering, supply chain, IT, QA (if regulated), operations, and external vendors.

• Lead cross-functional project meetings and ensure clear communication across all levels.

• Technical Oversight:

• Support system layout reviews, equipment specifications, and integration with warehouse management systems (WMS/ERP).

• Oversee factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), installation, and commissioning.

• Ensure the system complies with safety, GxP (if applicable), and operational requirements.

• Vendor & Contractor Management:

• Coordinate and supervise third-party vendors and contractors for ARS/ARGS equipment supply, controls, integration, and installation.

• Ensure vendor deliverables align with contractual obligations.

• Compliance & Documentation:

• Ensure proper documentation is maintained, including change controls, commissioning records, and validation protocols (if applicable).

• Ensure compliance with local regulations, internal policies, and industry standards.

• Budget & Risk Management:

• Track project financials, manage change orders, and control costs.

• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks and issues.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Project Management, or related field (Masters degree preferred).
• PMP or similar project management certification highly desirable.
• 5+ years of project management experience, preferably in warehouse automation, industrial systems, logistics, or manufacturing.
• Proven experience with ARS/ARGS, AS/RS, robotics, or material handling systems.
• Strong understanding of systems integration with ERP/WMS platforms.
• Experience in GxP or FDA-regulated environments (for pharma/life sciences projects) is a plus.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Proficient in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Primavera).

Preferred Experience:

• Knowledge of automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS), shuttle systems, vertical lift modules, AGVs.
• Familiarity with validation and commissioning protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ)
• Prior experience delivering warehouse automation projects in operational facilities.