Senior Level Operations Project Manager Jobs
Senior level operations project manager jobs place experienced professionals in charge of defining process strategy, owning program outcomes, and leading the cross-functional teams that drive operational performance. Roles cover 0% remote and hybrid arrangements across Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Construction & Real Estate, with employers like BKF Engineers, RMS Energy, and Nuro hiring at this level now.
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At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.
Operations Project Manager - based onsite Florence, KY
Due to rapid growth at our Florence, KY location, we are expanding our team with several new positions! We have two openings for Operations Project Managers.
The Operations Project Manager will facilitate strategic initiatives for large and high complexity projects, which may be internal or external customer specific, and large product introductions or transfers. You will provide guidance to multi-functional project teams and/or other Project Managers. You will enhance customer relationships and provide full accountability for project schedules, project management, performance requirements and may provide input on budgets.
What can you expect to do?
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Responsible for ensuring all of the project requirements and/or objectives are correctly gathered, understood and properly translated for execution.
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Collaborate with customer (internal or external) from requirements gathering through product acceptance.
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Align the team to customer needs by establishing milestones, goals, and objectives based on input from all functional areas and stakeholders.
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Review project schedules with project team members.
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Provide guidance and motivation to project teams to successfully achieve project goal and corporate initiatives.
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Communicate project objectives in terms of overall strategic business objectives.
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Serve as interface with customers, vendors, stakeholders and sponsor(s).
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Responsible for recognizing project's Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and manage the work within scope, quality, time and cost constraints.
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Obtain and summarize current project information and milestone status versus project performance baseline.
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Drive project/program tasks to completion in accordance with the project schedule.
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Coordinate the efforts of the team to develop an integrated project plan and risk analysis with action plans to mitigate the risks.
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Collaborates in forecasting project budget and HR needs for current and future site needs.
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Accountable for overall project success - including cost, schedule, quality, and scope management.
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Report project status, issues and implemented solutions as well as evaluations and assessments of the results.
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Provide key stakeholders with regular project performance status, variances to plan, and identification of corrective actions.
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Participate in the exchange of ideas and information within the department and with other Jabil facilities.
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Drive continuous improvement through trend reporting analysis and metrics management.
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Demonstrate a commitment to customer service; anticipates, meets and exceeds expectations by solving problems quickly and effectively, making customer issues a priority.
What is the experience needed to be successful in this role?
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Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering is required. Master's degree preferred.
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Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent preferred.
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8+ years with Bachelor's / 6+ years with Master's work-related experience required in project management or manufacturing operational oversight.
BENEFITS PACKAGE WITH JABIL
Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Competitive Base Salary
- Annual Bonus
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
- 401K Match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
- Adoption Assistance
- Annual Merit Increases
- Community Volunteer Opportunities
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Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Senior Level Operations Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level operations project manager job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have owned complex, multi-stakeholder programs from initiation through close, not just managed tasks. Demonstrating that you have set operational direction, resolved ambiguity at scale, and developed junior project managers gives you a clear edge. Tailoring your application to show measurable outcomes, such as cost reductions, cycle time improvements, or successful cross-functional rollouts, strengthens your candidacy significantly.
Which companies hire senior level operations project managers?
Companies hiring senior level operations project managers right now include BKF Engineers, RMS Energy, and Nuro, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level covers large enterprises managing complex supply chains or infrastructure, mid-size firms scaling their operations functions, and consulting organizations placing senior practitioners on client engagements.
Are there remote senior level operations project manager jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry and employer. About 0% of senior level operations project manager openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting demand for experienced operators who can lead distributed teams and manage cross-site programs without requiring an on-site presence every day.
What makes an operations project manager role senior level?
Senior level operations project manager roles are defined by scope of ownership and leadership responsibility. You are expected to set program strategy, make independent decisions on resourcing and process design, and resolve escalated issues without close supervision. These roles also carry a mentoring dimension, with senior practitioners coaching associate and mid-level project managers, and often contributing to hiring or team-building decisions.
Which industries hire the most senior level operations project managers?
Senior level operations project manager roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors tend to drive demand at the senior level because their operational programs are large enough in scale and complexity to justify dedicated senior leadership rather than generalist project oversight.