Design/Fabrication Project Manager

Responsibilities and Duties

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the awarded project and all available documentation.
• Identify project schedules and understand unique project delivery methods (design-build, design-assist, etc.).
• Set up internal kickoff meetings and coordinate initial team onboarding.
• Obtain and manage architectural, structural, and MEP models.
• Lead and facilitate project coordination meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Determine coordination responsibilities, manage scopes, and schedule scope review meetings with subcontractors.
• Develop and maintain coordination schedules and ensure integration into master schedules.
• Cook with and review clash detections regularly; provide issue resolution strategies.
• Maintain and review pipe spec sheets and submittal logs in collaboration with procurement.
• Create, maintain, and gain approval for fab plans based on project key plans.
• Ensure consistency in naming conventions and formatting of fabrication schedules.
• Drive the spooling and approval process for fabrication work orders (WOs).
• Track fabrication progress and maintain accurate documentation in the fab tracking sheet.
• Act as the primary liaison between fabrication and construction teams.
• Manage field drawing submissions and ensure they meet fab shop requirements.
• Assign and track WOs and ensure accuracy of site due dates.
• Walk the site regularly to monitor project status and provide scheduling input.
• Adjust fabrication schedules based on field progress and coordinate recovery strategies as needed.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project coordination, preferably in construction or mechanical systems.
• Experience with Revit is preferred.

Job Skills

• Good basic computer skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Teamwork skills.
• Leadership skills.

Education

• Minimum of High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Trade school experience.

Special Requirements

• OSHA 10.