Project Manager - Manufacturing
IDj-15974
Job TypeDirect Hire
Project Manager
Manufacturing or construction industry experience is required.
Job Duties:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with assigned customers, serving as their primary point of contact throughout each project.
- Plan, execute, monitor, and complete turnkey projects while coordinating with Miller’s management, engineering, production, and sales teams.
- Develop and manage project schedules, track progress, and address potential delays or other issues.
- Create and manage project budgets, monitor costs, and participate in cost reviews and reduction efforts.
- Request, evaluate, and select subcontractor quotes.
- Review bid documents with the estimating team to help ensure quotes are accurate and submitted on time.
- Prepare material takeoffs and cost estimates for new opportunities and project change orders.
- Manage changes in project scope, identify risks, and develop contingency plans.
- Work with manufacturing to ensure products meet customer specifications and delivery commitments.
- Prepare and present project updates, proposals, requirements documents, and progress reports.
- Read and interpret blueprints and contract drawings, applying knowledge of fabrication and manufacturing processes.
- Coordinate with engineering, production, and management to estimate costs for non-core opportunities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Project Management required; PMI certification preferred.
- At least six years of project management experience in manufacturing or construction, preferably with a small or midsize business in structural steel fabrication, building, or a related field.
- Experience managing multiple construction projects simultaneously.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
- Hands-on experience with fabrication processes and oversight of fabrication work.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using an ERP system; Global Shop Solutions experience is a plus.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with customers, subcontractors, and internal teams.
