Project Manager – Industrial Projects

Position Summary

The Construction Project Manager is responsible for leading industrial construction projects from preconstruction and initial planning through execution and final closeout. This role oversees project safety, quality, schedule, and financial performance while ensuring construction activities align with contract documents, engineering standards, and applicable regulations.

The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with strong project management, leadership, and communication skills who can coordinate effectively with clients, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to deliver complex industrial projects successfully.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Execution

• Lead industrial construction projects from preconstruction and kickoff through completion and closeout.
• Ensure projects are completed according to contract documents, design specifications, applicable codes, and engineering standards, on time and within budget.
• Plan and sequence construction activities, guide subcontractors, and resolve field and design challenges.
• Monitor project progress, staffing, submittals, requests for information (RFIs), and invoices.
• Keep project stakeholders informed of progress, risks, and key developments.

Preconstruction & Planning

• Participate in preconstruction activities, including estimating support, bid reviews, scope clarification, budgeting, and constructability reviews.
• Coordinate the transition from estimating and engineering to construction execution.
• Identify potential project risks and develop plans to support efficient project delivery.

Financial & Commercial Management

• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and cost-to-complete analyses.
• Track labor productivity, production rates, and overall project performance, addressing variances as needed.
• Review, interpret, and assist with negotiating contracts, scopes of work, and change orders.
• Manage commercial risks and protect project profitability.
• Maintain accurate project documentation to support billing, reporting, and contract compliance.

Coordination & Communication

• Maintain clear communication among clients, engineers, contractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Coordinate engineering documentation, approvals, and construction workflows across disciplines.
• Facilitate timely resolution of project issues to maintain schedule and execution objectives.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Promote a safe job site and ensure compliance with safety policies, applicable codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain high standards for construction quality, workmanship, and documentation.
• Monitor work performed by contractors and subcontractors to ensure compliance with project requirements.

Continuous Improvement & Team Collaboration

• Contribute to improvements in project management systems, tools, and workflows.
• Share lessons learned and best practices to improve efficiency, transparency, and project delivery.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve project objectives and deliver high-quality results.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in industrial construction project management.
• Experience working with manufacturing clients, particularly in chemical processing or advanced materials environments.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), flow diagrams, and process data sheets.
• Familiarity with engineering documentation and approval processes.
• Hands-on experience with process construction, including equipment installation, piping, mechanical systems, electrical and instrumentation (E&I), and utilities.
• Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage contractors and subcontractors on active construction sites.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, and related project management tools.

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with industrial building components, including civil construction, concrete, structural steel, mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP), and fire protection systems.

Leadership & Work Environment

• Provide leadership and direction to contractors and subcontractors on active construction sites.
• Maintain accountability for contractor performance, coordination, safety, and execution.
• Balance office-based planning and project administration with on-site construction oversight.
• Communicate regularly with project stakeholders, engineers, and internal teams.

Physical Demands

• Regular sitting, talking, and hearing.
• Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds.

Position Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, typically 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; hours may vary depending on project requirements.
• Work Location: Office and construction job sites.
• Travel: Occasional domestic travel for meetings, inspections, and quality checks.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. Employment decisions are made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

Additional Information

This job description outlines the general nature and scope of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Duties and expectations may evolve based on project requirements and business needs.