At Prologis, we don’t just lead the industry—we define it with a 1.3 billion square foot portfolio and an annual throughput of approximately $3.2 trillion. We create the intelligent infrastructure that powers global commerce, seamlessly connecting the digital and physical worlds. From agile supply chains to energy solutions, our ecosystems help your business move faster, operate smarter and grow sustainably. With unmatched scale, innovation and expertise, Prologis is a category of one—not just shaping the future of logistics but building what comes next.
Job Title:
Essentials Project Manager
Company:
Prologis
Essentials Project Manager, Ontario, CA
A day in the life
Prologis Essentials is Prologis’s business line focused on understanding our customers’ needs in order to develop and deliver new value-add programs, products, and services that optimize their warehouse and supply chain operations. Prologis Essentials is re-defining industrial real estate by designing the first warehousing-as-a-service customer experience. We are adding tremendous value for our customers beyond our real estate portfolio and positioning Prologis as a needed expert in providing turnkey industrial warehouse infrastructure solutions.
Prologis is seeking an Essentials Project Manager for its Essentials business who will be instrumental in delivering turnkey move-in / move-out solutions and Essentials products and services — including lighting, racking, interior construction, and integrated project management (IPM). The successful candidate combines project and program management expertise with vendor coordination and customer engagement skills to ensure flawless project execution across all phases, from scope development through delivery and handover.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Full ownership of turnkey move-in and move-out projects, ensuring seamless execution of customer solutions including design, permitting, construction, and commissioning.
- Manage operational KPIs such as on-time delivery, cost control, project margin, risk mitigation, and customer satisfaction.
- Develop, standardize, and continuously improve project management frameworks, reporting tools, and delivery processes to drive operational consistency across markets.
- Lead cross-functional teams (designers, contractors, vendors, consultants) to deliver customer-ready warehouse and office environments.
- Ensure adherence to OSHA and Prologis safety standards, actively reinforcing a positive safety culture with all internal and external partners.
- Collaborate with technology teams to automate data flows, improve visibility, and enable proactive decision-making for management.
- Support the sales and solutioning process with technical input, vendor selection, and budget development.
- Establish and cultivate partnerships and relationships with key customers, vendors, and the local Prologis teams, including onboarding and training.
- Play a key role in establishing effective and efficient program management principles including continuous improvement, cost reduction, quality standards, and cross-functional partnerships.
- Drive alignment of cross-functional teams for market planning efforts inclusive of preliminary project scope discussion, portfolio reviews, site visits, and weekly project meetings.
- Approximately 25% travel is expected for project site visits, vendor coordination, and customer engagement.
Building blocks for success Required
- Strength in problem solving, issue resolution, and working toward results.
- Ability to identify risks and appropriately set mitigation plans.
- 5–10+ years’ experience in project management, construction management, or program management with a validated history of delivering results.
- Effective leadership and team-building skills with experience managing vendors and consultants.
- Very comfortable speaking and presenting proposals to high-profile business leaders, both internal and external.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail and multitasking ability.
- Collaborative and consultative approach with outstanding communication skills (verbal and written).
- Strong understanding of OSHA regulations, jobsite safety protocols, and proactive risk management practices.
- Experience leading multi-scope, turnkey warehouse fit-outs or move-in/out programs.
- Proven ability to implement standardized PM tools and continuous improvement processes across multiple project types.
- Leadership style that promotes accountability, collaboration, and safety across teams.
Preferred
- Experience in industrial warehouse building improvements including turkey move-in / move-out solutions, storage racking solutions, fire suppression, office buildouts, retrofits, racking, and LED lighting.
- Previous experience working with local jurisdictions on permitting coordination and submittal.
- Working knowledge of OHSA regulations, NFPA codes, seismic requirements, and building standards (including Title 24, for California based roles only).
- Experience with project management software and workflow automation tools.
- Demonstrates willingness and capability to leverage emerging technology, automation, and AI tools to improve efficiency, quality, and speed. Exercises sound judgment, creative thinking, and accountability for outcomes.
Hiring Salary Range of: $123,000 - $169,000. Salary and whole compensation package (bonus target) to be determined by the candidate’s location, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
People First
Each of us working at Prologis plays an essential role in the enduring success of our company. We value people who are decisive, courageous and adaptable. While we are one company, locations and departments operate with autonomy and accountability. Individuals take the initiative here.
When you join Prologis, you work shoulder to shoulder with some of the top talent in the industry to do the best work of your career. Every employee belongs. Every employee contributes. Employees advance their careers here.
As a successful global enterprise, Prologis has never lost sight of what matters most, our strong belief that our people are the most important part of our business. And because of that, we provide a generous total rewards package and take a lot of time to focus on quality management and leadership development. People come first here.
All full-time roles in the US come with a robust benefits package which includes healthcare, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents. Prologis also offers several other wellness, financial, and work/lifestyle-specific benefits. Our 401(k) retirement plan has a company match of 50% up to 12% of eligible compensation. We also offer generous PTO with a starting accrual of 22 days a year in addition to paid holidays and volunteer time.
All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background verification. Prologis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religions, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Employment Type:
Full time
Location:
Ontario, California
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