Scout Motors Inc.
Specialist, Launch Project Management Columbia, South Carolina. United States
Scout Motors Inc., Columbia, South Carolina, United States
Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and will do so once again.
But Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.
The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the environment by developing electric vehicles with the capability to get you to any location. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn’t been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. And respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute.
At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout employee? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion.
Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!
Overview
As a
Launch Project Management Specialist , you’ll be at the heart of industrializing new Scout vehicle projects - driving them from concept to series production. You’ll serve as a strategic connector between production and key business functions including R&D, product management, procurement, marketing, finance, and quality. Your mission: Ensure flawless execution, cost-efficiency, and production readiness across every milestone. What you’ll do
Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following: Drive production readiness by coordinating tasks, milestones, timelines, and activities across all production functions. Ensure cost-efficient and timely implementationof vehicle projects from a production perspective. Act as a key interfacebetween production departments and cross-functional partners (R&D, product management, procurement, marketing, finance, and quality). Prepare and support steering committees, ensuring transparency and readiness for decision-making. Monitor project maturity and risks, proactively resolving deviations from targets and implementing countermeasures. Provide technical expertise and guidance to project team members, assisting in problem-solving and decision-making. Apply lessons learned and best practices to improve future project and production performance. Design and implement processes that foster a high-performing organization and drive production efficiency. This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Columbia, SC and Blythewood, SC. The responsibilities of this role require dailyattendance in office with in-person meetings and events regularly. Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the companyfrom time to time. What you’ll bring
We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring: Education: Bachelor's or Master’s degree in business, Engineering, or related fields. Specialization in production Project Management is a plus. Professional Experience: 5+ years of experience in passenger car production, preferably in a production project management role. Proven track record: In automotive projects from concept phase to series production, including achieving product development process milestones in production. Mindset: Structured, analytical, and proactive approach to complex challenges. Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities to collaborate effectively with internal departments, suppliers, and stakeholders. Technical Understanding: Strong grasp of automotive production processes and their influence on project milestones and deliverables. Problem-Solving Skills: Proven ability to identify challenges early and implement effective, sustainable solutions. Prioritization capability: Strong competence to manage parallel workstreams and to address proactively address risks and dependencies. Process Optimization: Experience in analyzing and improving production and project processes to enhance efficiency and apply best practices. Financial Acumen: Competence in tracking and forecasting key performance indicators (KPIs), with a focus on cost and investment control. Tool Proficiency: Skilled in project management tools (e.g. Jira, SharePoint), MS Office (e.g. PowerPoint, Excel, Decisions, Planner) and AI-enabled collaboration platforms. Volkswagen Group systems: Experience with AVON, KVS, TEVON, TI-Synchro is mandatory. What you'll gain
The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up . This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation . In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights: Competitive insurance including:
Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
401(k) program with:
An employer match and immediate vesting
Generous Paid Time Off including:
20 days planned PTO, as accrued 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave
Pay Transparency
This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent. Initial base salary range = $110,000.00 - $135,000.00 Internal leveling code: IC9 Notice to applicants: Residing in San Francisco : Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Residing in Los Angeles : Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Residing in New York City : This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City. Scout Motors is committed to employing a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer . Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by law. Scout Motors is committed to compliance with all ap p licable fair employment p ractice laws . If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact ScoutAccommodations@scoutmotors.com. Create a Job Alert Interested in building your career at Scout Motors? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. Apply for this job
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Scouts Motors employees come from all different backgrounds. We strive for our company to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. The below demographic questions allow us to aggregate data and assess our efforts in attracting and hiring candidates from a broad range of backgrounds.
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As a
Launch Project Management Specialist , you’ll be at the heart of industrializing new Scout vehicle projects - driving them from concept to series production. You’ll serve as a strategic connector between production and key business functions including R&D, product management, procurement, marketing, finance, and quality. Your mission: Ensure flawless execution, cost-efficiency, and production readiness across every milestone. What you’ll do
Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following: Drive production readiness by coordinating tasks, milestones, timelines, and activities across all production functions. Ensure cost-efficient and timely implementationof vehicle projects from a production perspective. Act as a key interfacebetween production departments and cross-functional partners (R&D, product management, procurement, marketing, finance, and quality). Prepare and support steering committees, ensuring transparency and readiness for decision-making. Monitor project maturity and risks, proactively resolving deviations from targets and implementing countermeasures. Provide technical expertise and guidance to project team members, assisting in problem-solving and decision-making. Apply lessons learned and best practices to improve future project and production performance. Design and implement processes that foster a high-performing organization and drive production efficiency. This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Columbia, SC and Blythewood, SC. The responsibilities of this role require dailyattendance in office with in-person meetings and events regularly. Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the companyfrom time to time. What you’ll bring
We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring: Education: Bachelor's or Master’s degree in business, Engineering, or related fields. Specialization in production Project Management is a plus. Professional Experience: 5+ years of experience in passenger car production, preferably in a production project management role. Proven track record: In automotive projects from concept phase to series production, including achieving product development process milestones in production. Mindset: Structured, analytical, and proactive approach to complex challenges. Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities to collaborate effectively with internal departments, suppliers, and stakeholders. Technical Understanding: Strong grasp of automotive production processes and their influence on project milestones and deliverables. Problem-Solving Skills: Proven ability to identify challenges early and implement effective, sustainable solutions. Prioritization capability: Strong competence to manage parallel workstreams and to address proactively address risks and dependencies. Process Optimization: Experience in analyzing and improving production and project processes to enhance efficiency and apply best practices. Financial Acumen: Competence in tracking and forecasting key performance indicators (KPIs), with a focus on cost and investment control. Tool Proficiency: Skilled in project management tools (e.g. Jira, SharePoint), MS Office (e.g. PowerPoint, Excel, Decisions, Planner) and AI-enabled collaboration platforms. Volkswagen Group systems: Experience with AVON, KVS, TEVON, TI-Synchro is mandatory. What you'll gain
The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up . This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation . In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights: Competitive insurance including:
Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
401(k) program with:
An employer match and immediate vesting
Generous Paid Time Off including:
20 days planned PTO, as accrued 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave
Pay Transparency
This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent. Initial base salary range = $110,000.00 - $135,000.00 Internal leveling code: IC9 Notice to applicants: Residing in San Francisco : Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Residing in Los Angeles : Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Residing in New York City : This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City. Scout Motors is committed to employing a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer . Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by law. Scout Motors is committed to compliance with all ap p licable fair employment p ractice laws . If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact ScoutAccommodations@scoutmotors.com. Create a Job Alert Interested in building your career at Scout Motors? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. Apply for this job
indicates a required field First Name * Last Name * Preferred First Name Email * Phone Country * Phone * Resume/CV * Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Education School Select... Degree Select... Select... End date year LinkedIn Profile Website What is your preferred name? Gender Pronouns (She/Her/Hers, He/Him/His, They/Them/Theirs, etc.) How many years of relevant, professional experience do you have? * Please list any relevant professional certifications you currently hold. Do you have manufacturing, OEM, and/or automotive experience? * Select... How many years of experience do you have in passenger car production, preferably in a production project management role? * Select... Are you able to meet the travel requirements for this role? * Select... The responsibilities of this role require attendance at in-person meetings and events. Are you able to meet the on-site requirements for this role? * Select... Does the salary range stated in the job description fit your compensation needs? There is also an annual performance-based bonus. * Select... You must live within 60 miles of the site for commuting. If not, relocation will be necessary.Are you living within 60 miles of the site for commuting OR willing & able to relocate within 3 months of start date? * Select... Are you open to relocation if required for this role? * Select... Relocation support is available What is your proximity to Blythewood, South Carolina? * Select... What is your proximity to Columbia, South Carolina? * Select... What is your current location: city? * What is your current state of residence? * Select... Where did you hear about us? * Select... If referred, please list the name of the person who referred you. Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? * Select... Do you require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, F-1, M-1, etc)? * Select... Will you in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, F-1, M-1, etc)? * Select... Do you currently work for Scout Motors? * Select... Are you now working for or have you ever worked for Volkswagen Auto Group or any Volkswagen Auto Group subsidiaries, including but not limited to, Scout Motors, Audi, Porsche, Bentley, Ducati, CUPRA, SEAT, and SKODA? * Select... IF you now working for or have ever worked for Volkswagen Auto Group or any Volkswagen Auto Group subsidiaries, including but not limited to, Scout Motors, Audi, Porsche, Bentley, Ducati, CUPRA, SEAT, and SKODA, please identify the company and give date(s) of employment. Do you have any professional or personal connections to individuals currently working at Scout Motors, or any of its subsidiaries or related entities, whether as a colleague, friend or family member? * Select... If Yes, please provide name(s) of individual(s) and your relationship to them. I confirm that the information I provided in my application and resume is true and complete. I understand that false or missing information may lead to disqualification, withdrawal of an offer, or termination. I also understand that any job offer is contingent on successfully completing pre-employment screening, which may include background checks, verifications, and drug testing. * Select... Demographic Information
Scouts Motors employees come from all different backgrounds. We strive for our company to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. The below demographic questions allow us to aggregate data and assess our efforts in attracting and hiring candidates from a broad range of backgrounds.
Your responses are voluntary and will not be tied to your job application. I identify my gender identity as: Select... I identify my race or ethnicity as: Select... Do you identify as LGBTQ+? Select... Do you identify as a person with a disability? Select... Are you a veteran/have you served in the military? Select...
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