Project Manager

About the Role

The Project Manager oversees assigned projects from quoting through final close-out, including coordination of schedules, staffing, contractors, materials, equipment, procurement, and budgets. This role may serve as the primary customer contact and involves onsite management, cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to contract specifications.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and technical documents, monitor project costs and progress, and address scope or timing questions.
• Conduct Pre-Hand-Off and Post-Hand-Off meetings with sales and operations teams to clarify scope, expectations, and lessons learned.
• Interpret contract language and ensure project execution remains within scope.
• Plan, administer, and complete multi-phased projects across functional areas (facilities, operations, administration).
• Supervise staff, provide work direction, and verify/approve payroll.
• Communicate with clients, contractors, designers, and subcontractors via RFI/Q/P processes regarding cost, scope, staffing, scheduling, and change orders.
• Collaborate with teams to execute and revise project management plans using a structured change order process.
• Prepare project status reports and ensure adherence to contract specifications.
• Manage all job site activities for crews and subcontractors.
• Work closely with sales teams and safety professionals on project phases, safety training, and incident investigations.
• Direct onsite activities and travel to client job sites as required.
• Develop detailed project schedules, including milestones, deliverables, dependencies, budgets, and risks.
• Facilitate weekly meetings to update progress, resolve issues, and communicate with stakeholders and executives.
• Maintain project files in SharePoint for continuity and historic documentation.
• Demonstrate professional conduct aligned with company mission, vision, and values.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent; Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification preferred.
• Five+ years of experience in machinery moving, construction, project management, or construction safety.
• Familiarity with field concepts, practices, procedures, and risks.
• Proven ability to plan and achieve goals using extensive experience and judgment.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal, supervisory, and project management skills.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities.
• Highly self-directed, motivated, and effective in team or independent settings.
• Hands-on experience with field technicians in machine tool assembly and erection.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, time management, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to resolve conflicts early and contribute to team meetings.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting data, schematics, technical manuals, and blueprints.
• Advanced MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and SharePoint skills.
• Valid driver’s license, clean background, and ability to travel.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including climbing, lifting (up to 50 pounds), balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
• Comfort working at heights, near moving machinery, and in non-temperature-controlled or outdoor environments with uneven terrain.
• Top-of-mind awareness for safety of self and others on job sites.
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions.