IT Project Manager in Rochester

About Re:Build Manufacturing

Re:Build Manufacturing is a growing family of industrial and engineering businesses combining enabling technologies, operational superiority, and strategic M&A to build America’s next generation industrial company. At Re:Build we deploy deep expertise in engineering, operations management, and technology to supercharge the performance of our member companies. We leverage deep professional expertise and a candid, principled operating culture to drive differentiated outcomes. Ours is a fast-paced environment where individuals can stretch and be challenged to pursue their fullest potential.

Re:Build was founded to pioneer a profitable model for the revitalization of US manufacturing. We’ve assembled a powerful set of complimentary capabilities and lines of business that enable us to pursue a wide range of end markets. Our acquired businesses are grounded in build-to-print and by-the-hour engineering and design services, and we’re leveraging their combined expertise to migrate to increasingly sophisticated program development and production, as well as the generation of our own products. Our unique set of capabilities lend themselves to highly complex systems and products, and we offer customers a range of services including product and systems design, automation, fabrication, assembly, and large volume contract manufacturing. Our customers span a wide array of industries including aerospace, defense, mobility, healthcare, pharma, biotech, clean tech, chemicals, energy, lifestyle, food production, and industrial equipment.

Who we are looking for

We’re seeking an IT Project Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of technology initiatives that enable business growth, operational excellence, and a professional-grade end-user experience. This role partners closely with IT teams, business partners, vendors, and leadership to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget, and aligned with strategic objectives.

The ideal candidate brings solid project management rigor combined with modern delivery practices, exceptional communication skills, and a high degree of empathy and emotional intelligence. You are equally comfortable managing details and engaging cross-functional partners at all levels of the organization.

What you get to do!

• Define project objectives, scope, deliverables, timelines, and success criteria in collaboration with internal business partners.
• Develop and maintain detailed short-term and long-term project plans, including milestones, tasks, dependencies, priorities, dates, and resource requirements.
• Build and maintain work breakdown structures (WBS) to estimate effort, timelines, and required resources.
• Coordinate internal teams and external vendors to ensure timely and successful project delivery; foster a collaborative, positive, and accountable team environment.
• Serve as the main point of contact for project partners, ensuring clear, accurate, and consistent communication.
• Provide regular project status updates, risk assessments, and budget reporting to leadership and stakeholders.
• Manage vendor relationships, expected outcomes, and timelines to ensure alignment with project goals.
• Track and manage project progress against plan, proactively identifying and resolving risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Manage project scope and change requests, clearly communicating impacts to timeline, budget, and resources.
• Develop and maintain project risk assessments and mitigation plans.
• Ensure all project outcomes meet defined quality and technical requirements.
• Conduct post-project reviews to assess outcomes, capture lessons learned, and seek out opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain project documentation, compliance, and audit readiness.
• Contribute to the refinement of project management processes, tools, and established standards across the organization.
• Maintain process SOP, work instructions, knowledge base and communicate any changes.
• Other tasks, as assigned.

What you bring to the Team

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Information Technology (or related field).
• 5+ years of experience in a Project Manager role.
• 4–6 years of experience in a technical, engineering, or IT-focused environment.
• Professional certification: PMP.

Strong knowledge and experience in the following:

• Traditional project management methodologies, Agile, and Scrum.
• Leading technology projects such as infrastructure upgrades, system implementations, software deployments, integrations, or cybersecurity initiatives.
• Running business system implementation projects like ERP, MES, HCM, QMS, etc.
• Handling multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Project management tools – Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, etc.
• Demand and capacity management.
• Managing vendor relationships (and RFPs).
• Change management processes, training, and user adoption – Prosci or equivalent.

Basic knowledge in the following:

• Infrastructure systems (servers, storage, network, OS, VM, cloud/on-premise, etc.).
• End user technologies (PC, Mac, M365, Intune, etc.).
• Cybersecurity required standards.
• Analytic systems and data governance best practices.
• AI tools to streamline work.
• Superb communication, facilitation, conflict resolution, and business partner management skills – strong ability to translate technical concepts into business-friendly language.
• Experience using data driven methods (metrics and goals) to measure and manage continuous improvements.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies and apply quickly in a beneficial way.

Preferred and a nice-to-have:

• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment and OT networking.
• CMMC, FedRamp, ITAR, and other Government regulations.

What else you should know:

• Work week - Hybrid - 3 days in / 2 days remote.
• Location: This is a hybrid role based in Rochester, NY candidates must reside locally or within commuting distance.
• Compensation Structure: Base Salary range $64K to $96K, depending on candidate qualifications, plus Annual Cash Bonus and Long Term Incentive.

The BIG payoff

We are a company who is going to make a difference in the industries and the communities in which we choose to operate. Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and will share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together, at all levels of the company! We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate.

Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Re:Build is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us.