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Travel Project Manager - Field Installations
Are you an experienced team leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys extensive travel?
Are you an experienced team leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys extensive travel?
Graphic Information Systems (GIS) is seeking a Travel Project Manager to oversee nationwide warehouse signage and labeling projects for our Fortune 500 clients across the U.S. and Canada. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring 85% travel (approximately 10 months per year).
GIS specializes in warehouse inventory control solutions, including the installation of labeling and signage systems for major distribution centers throughout North America.
As a Travel Project Manager, you’ll lead teams of hourly and temporary employees on-site to ensure successful execution of labeling projects. You will manage daily operations, materials, safety, and client communication from project launch to completion.
GIS specializes in warehouse inventory control solutions, including the installation of labeling and signage systems for major distribution centers throughout North America.
As a Travel Project Manager, you’ll lead teams of hourly and temporary employees on-site to ensure successful execution of labeling projects. You will manage daily operations, materials, safety, and client communication from project launch to completion.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise installation teams (5 employees) to meet project goals on time and within budget.
- Understand and manage the full scope of each project: materials, logistics, timelines, and customer specifications.
- Act as the primary liaison between GIS and the client’s on-site representatives.
- Monitor and report on resources, equipment, project scope, delays, and quality issues.
- Conduct on-site training related to safety, equipment usage (e.g., forklifts, scissor lifts), and installation procedures.
- Ensure strict adherence to federal and site-specific safety policies.
Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of experience managing or supervising teams of 5 or more.
- Willing and able to travel 85% of the year (10 months) across the U.S. and Canada.
- Comfortable working at heights up to 40 feet.
- Must be willing to become certified to operate and train others on forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts.
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving and time management abilities.
- Comfortable working under tight deadlines and managing multiple projects.
- Customer service oriented and professional when working with high-profile clients.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Compensation & Benefits
- Annual earning potential: $50,000–$75,000
- Company-paid/reimbursed travel expenses
- Health, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance (effective the 1st of the month after hire
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) – up to $2,000 per year
- 401(k) plan with a match and profit sharing
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Performance-based bonuses
*Graphic Information Systems (GIS) is unable to offer sponsorship for employment visas at this time. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirements. We appreciate your understanding and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Salary : $50,000 - $75,000