Project Manager

About the role

Since 1994, Diversified Fall Protection (DFP) has been a full-service fall protection provider and trusted partner, dedicated to making workplaces safer. Our core purpose is simple yet powerful: Saving Lives. As safety-minded professionals, we deliver integrated fall protection solutions with a focus on reducing risk and keeping workers safe. At DFP, we believe that being Easy to Work With isn't just a pledge it's a principle we live by every day. Guided by our Core Values Resolven, Do the right thing, Be versatile, and Take people to higher ground we strive to build trust with our customers, industry partners, and each other. Everything we do is driven by the belief that the worker is at the center of our brand. When faced with decisions, we ask: Which choice ensures that a worker makes it home at the end of the day? Our culture, commitment, and creative expression all serve this core purpose, often reflected in the message we stand behind: #NoFalls.

The Project Manager is responsible for leading complex, high-visibility construction projects for strategic and national clients. This role drives execution excellence through disciplined project management, proactive stakeholder engagement, and financial oversight. The ideal candidate brings deep construction industry expertise, strong leadership capability, and the ability to translate strategic objectives into successful project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and closeout of complex construction projects for strategic and national clients, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
• Develop and maintain strong client partnerships to deliver exceptional customer experience and expand long-term business opportunities.
• Implement structured project delivery strategies that optimize scheduling, resource allocation, and operational efficiency.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with clients, subcontractors, internal departments, and external partners to ensure project success.
• Partner with Engineering, Supply Chain, Production, and Field Operations to meet scope, schedule, quality, and safety objectives.
• Identify project risks early and implement mitigation plans to protect budget, schedule, and quality commitments.
• Manage project budgets, monitor cost performance, maintain accurate revenue projections, and coordinate invoicing with Finance.
• Track key performance indicators and leverage data-driven insights to drive continuous improvement.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to project managers and field teams, reinforcing accountability and high-performance standards.

Requirements

• Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field; 5 years of project management experience within the construction industry; proven track record managing large-scale construction projects; strong leadership, organizational, and strategic planning skills; field construction means and methods experience; proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and project management software; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; knowledge of OSHA and ANSI fall protection standards.
• Preferred Qualifications: PMP or similar project management certification; advanced experience in financial oversight, budgeting, and revenue tracking; experience mentoring and leading project teams in a cross-functional environment; demonstrated ability to drive process improvement and optimize project execution; strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills; customer service-focused mindset with proven client relationship management experience.
• Pre‑Employment Requirements: Valid Driver's License & evidence of ability to insure; Criminal Justice Background Check (state and federal); Drug Test (5‑panel); E‑Verify eligibility verification.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds as needed; ability to stand, walk, and bend for extended periods in warehouse settings; may require sitting at a computer station/desk for prolonged periods up to 8 hours a day; regularly required to read, count and write to accurately complete documentation; must be able to use hands and fingers to operate keyboard and phone and to file and operate office equipment; may require some walking, bending, reaching and standing.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Long-term Disability, Short-term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Company-sponsored life insurance policy available even if waiving other coverages
• 401(k) contribution eligibility starts the first pay period following completion of 30 days of employment through John Hancock; employer match is 5% at enrollment

Schedule

This is a full-time position. Standard days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with a 1‑hour lunch as scheduled with management. This position may require hours beyond the standard working hours listed above to satisfy job duties and department demand.