TikTok Shop - Experienced Project Manager, Fulfillment Center

About the team We are seeking a project manager to lead end-to-end new warehouse construction projects in the U.S., with deep expertise in safety compliance, permitting, licensing, and OSHA standards. This role requires cross-time-zone availability (e.g., Asia-Pacific and Europe), and strong stakeholder coordination skills to drive cross-functional teams toward on-time project delivery. The position may evolve to lead a team based on business needs.

Key Responsibilities New Warehouse Construction Management - Lead site selection, design, construction, and handover, managing budget, schedule, and quality. - Coordinate with landlords, general contractors, design firms, and inspectors to ensure compliance with building codes.

Licensing & Permitting - Drive all government permit applications (building, occupancy, environmental, etc.). - Interface with municipal, fire, environmental, and other regulatory agencies to ensure legal compliance pre- and post-construction.

Safety & OSHA Compliance - Develop and enforce site-specific safety plans in full compliance with OSHA standards. - Conduct safety training, regular inspections, incident investigations, and corrective actions to foster a zero-incident culture.

Team & Cross-Functional Coordination - In the future, build and lead a project team (engineers, safety officers, external consultants) as business needs grow. - Drive internal departments (Supply Chain, Legal, Finance, Operations, IT) to deliver against project milestones. - Coordinate across time zones (e.g., Asia, Europe) to align U.S. site activities with global stakeholders.

Timeline & Results Management - Develop detailed project plans (WBS, critical path, resource calendars) and track progress rigorously. - Proactively identify risks (permitting delays, safety violations, supply chain disruptions) and implement mitigation plans.

Communication & Reporting - Provide regular status updates, risk assessments, and decision points to leadership.

Minimum Qualification(s): - Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Safety Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field. - 5 years of project management experience, including at least 3 years managing new warehouse / industrial construction projects in the U.S. - Proven track record of end-to-end warehouse construction with all required licenses/permits obtained. - Expert knowledge of U.S. warehouse permitting processes (building, fire, environmental, etc.). - Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, etc.). - Ability to work across time zones (e.g., regular calls with Asia/Europe teams). - Strong driver mindset – ability to influence peer departments without formal authority to meet deadlines, excellent stakeholder management (government officials, contractors, internal executives) and detail-oriented with big-picture perspective. Preferred Qualification(s): - PMP or PgMP certification. - Experience with automated warehouses (AGVs, AS/RS). - Familiarity with LEED or sustainable building standards. - Prior experience building and leading a project team (recruiting, training, performance management). - Deep working knowledge of OSHA standards; OSHA 30-hour or safety certifications (CSP, CHST) strongly preferred.