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INTRODUCTION

Chervon is one of the world’s largest power tool and outdoor power equipment manufacturers with a rich history of innovation. Chervon’s commitment to build a better world by building better tools is evident in the products we manufacture and our green approach to manufacturing. We focus on hand-held portable power tools, stationary bench tools, laser and electronic equipment and outdoor power equipment. With world-class R&D, design, manufacturing, supply chain, marketing, sales, and service teams throughout the world, we do it all.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a highly organized and results-oriented Facilities & Operations Project Manager to lead cross-functional facilities, workplace, operational, and business improvement projects. This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing projects from initiation through completion while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, budget requirements, and operational priorities. The Facilities & Operations Project Manager partners with internal stakeholders, vendors, and leadership teams to deliver projects on time, within scope, and with minimal disruption to business operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Manage facility renovations, space planning initiatives, infrastructure upgrades, workplace improvements, operational process improvements, relocations, and special projects.
- Coordinate project activities between internal departments, contractors, consultants, and vendors.
- Ensure projects comply with safety, regulatory, and company standards.
- Oversee the beginning-to-end delivery of projects, ensuring adherence to scope, budget, timeline, and quality standards.
- Develop comprehensive project plans, define milestones, create detailed schedules, and manage resource allocation across teams.
- Act as the primary point of contact for project updates, risks, and milestones; facilitate regular status meetings with leadership and clients.
- Proactively identify potential roadblocks, assess project risks, and implement effective mitigation strategies.
- Prepare, monitor, and manage project budgets, forecasts, purchase requests, and vendor expenditures.
- Identify opportunities to reduce project costs while maintaining quality and project objectives.
- Maintain clear project documentation, track KPIs, and report on project performance and ROI.
- Continuously evaluate and refine project management methodologies and workflows to increase team efficiency.
- Maintain good working relationships with external vendors and internal departments. Always approachable and able to look at each challenge professionally and keep the organization’s best interests in mind.
- Take cross site leadership in helping shape the culture with our facility.
- Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned to support evolving business needs and organizational objectives.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

- 3-5 years of project management experience supporting facilities, operations, manufacturing, engineering, workplace services, or business transformation initiatives.
- Experience managing multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities.
- Strong budget management and project scheduling experience.
- Experience coordinating vendors, contractors, and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Project skills.
- Salary Range: $75k to $95k + bonus opportunity

PREFERRED

- PMP certification.
- Lean, Six Sigma, or Change Management certification.
- Experience within manufacturing, consumer products, distribution, or corporate facilities environments.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position does not have direct reports but is responsible for leading cross-functional project teams and influencing stakeholders across all levels of the organization to achieve project objectives.

TRAVEL

This position requires up to 15% travel throughout each calendar year.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Chervon North America operates in a casual and fun environment. Our North American headquarters is located one block from I-88 in a state-of-the-art LEED certified facility with high-end amenities such as a café, gym, outdoor terrace, landscaped patio, ergonomic height-adjustable desks, and open collaborative spaces. We offer a very competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, short/long-term disability, life insurance, parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, and an open PTO program. We think Chervon is a great place to work! Be part of our new future! Better Tools. Better World.

Chervon North America, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, age, religion, color, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender, pregnancy, military status, order of protection status, transgender status, genetic information, or any other category protected by law.