Fabrication Project Manager

BRDG Studios, LLC; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BRDG Studios, LLC is seeking a hands-on Fabrication Project Manager in New Jersey to lead planning, coordination, and execution of fabrication and production projects from concept to installation. The role emphasizes turning creative ideas and technical drawings into buildable solutions while balancing schedules, budgets, materials, labor, and shop capacity.

You will guide day-to-day production operations, collaborate with design, project management, and installation teams, and ensure projects

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in fabrication, production management, scenic fabrication, or related field.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, shop drawings, and design intent.
• Experience coordinating workflows, managing multiple projects with deadlines.
• Comfort using project management tools and scheduling software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily fabrication and production activities from design through installation.
• Develop and maintain production schedules, work plans, and milestones.
• Translate project scopes and drawings into actionable production plans with labor/equipment needs.
• Coordinate multiple projects balancing shop capacity and shifting priorities.
• Monitor progress, identify bottlenecks, and implement schedule/budget fixes.
• Coordinate with installation teams to ensure builds are delivered on spec and on time.

Skills

Fabrication leadership

Production planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Budget & cost control

Tools

Scheduling software

Project management tools

Spreadsheets

Job description

We’re looking for a hands‑on Fabrication Project Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of fabrication and production projects from initial concept through final build and installation. This role is ideal for someone who understands how to turn creative ideas and technical drawings into high‑quality, buildable solutions while balancing schedules, budgets, materials, labor, and shop capacity.

As a key member of the BRDG team, you’ll lead day‑to‑day production operations, coordinate closely with design, project management, creative technology, and installation teams, and ensure every project is delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards of craftsmanship. You’ll anticipate challenges, solve problems in real time, and keep people, processes, and priorities aligned in a fast‑paced, creative production environment.

Role Overview

We’re looking for a hands‑on Fabrication Project Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of fabrication and production projects from initial concept through final build and installation. This role is ideal for someone who understands how to turn creative ideas and technical drawings into high‑quality, buildable solutions while balancing schedules, budgets, materials, labor, and shop capacity.

As a key member of the BRDG team, you’ll lead day‑to‑day production operations, coordinate closely with design, project management, creative technology, and installation teams, and ensure every project is delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards of craftsmanship. You’ll anticipate challenges, solve problems in real time, and keep people, processes, and priorities aligned in a fast‑paced, creative production environment.

Key ResponsibilitiesProduction Planning & Execution

• Oversee daily fabrication and production activities, ensuring projects move efficiently from approved design and engineering through fabrication, assembly, finishing, and installation.
• Develop and maintain production schedules, work plans, labor assignments, and project milestones to meet deadlines and delivery commitments.
• Translate project scopes, drawings, renderings, and specifications into actionable production plans, identifying labor, equipment, materials, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate multiple concurrent projects while balancing shop capacity, staffing, equipment availability, and shifting priorities.
• Monitor production progress, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
• Coordinate with project managers and installation teams to ensure builds are completed, packed, transported, and installed according to project requirements.

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Lead, support, and develop fabrication and production personnel, establishing clear expectations for productivity, workmanship, accountability, and safety.
• Assign daily work, manage labor resources, and ensure team members have the tools, materials, information, and direction needed to execute effectively.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, project management, and creative technology teams to review project requirements, resolve technical challenges, and ensure designs are practical to fabricate and assemble.
• Facilitate production meetings and workflow reviews, communicating priorities, deadlines, dependencies, and potential issues.
• Foster a collaborative, solutions‑oriented shop culture that values craftsmanship, continuous improvement, teamwork, and accountability.
• Provide hands‑on guidance and technical problem‑solving support when projects require adjustments, troubleshooting, or alternative fabrication approaches.

Materials, Vendors & Cost Control

• Coordinate material procurement, inventory management, equipment needs, and outside fabrication services to support production schedules.
• Review material takeoffs, vendor quotes, labor estimates, and production requirements to help maintain accurate project costs.
• Monitor labor hours, material usage, waste, and outside service expenses against established budgets.
• Work with vendors and suppliers to confirm specifications, lead times, pricing, and delivery schedules.
• Identify opportunities to improve material utilization, reduce waste, streamline purchasing, and increase production efficiency.
• Communicate potential cost overruns, material shortages, and resource constraints early, recommending practical solutions before they affect project delivery.

Quality Control & Safety

• Establish and maintain quality standards throughout fabrication, assembly, finishing, and final inspection.
• Review completed work against approved drawings, specifications, dimensions, finishes, and client expectations.
• Identify defects, inconsistencies, and fabrication issues early, coordinating corrective actions to minimize rework and delays.
• Ensure shop equipment, tools, materials, and work areas are maintained and used appropriately.
• Promote a safe working environment by reinforcing shop safety procedures, proper equipment operation, material handling practices, and compliance with applicable requirements.
• Maintain production documentation, inspection records, and punch lists to support quality assurance and successful project closeout.

Workflow & Process Improvement

• Develop, implement, and refine production workflows, standard operating procedures, scheduling systems, and shop documentation.
• Evaluate existing fabrication methods and production processes to identify opportunities for greater efficiency, consistency, and scalability.
• Improve communication and handoffs between design, project management, fabrication, finishing, and installation.
• Identify opportunities to standardize repeatable processes, improve shop organization, and reduce downtime and rework.
• Track production performance, including schedule adherence, labor efficiency, material waste, and quality outcomes.
• Contribute ideas and practical solutions that help BRDG scale production capabilities while maintaining exceptional quality and creative flexibility.

Culture & Growth

• Stay current with fabrication techniques, materials, equipment, production technologies, and industry best practices.
• Support the development of team members through coaching, cross‑training, and knowledge sharing.
• Encourage a culture of continuous improvement, creative problem‑solving, and pride in workmanship.
• Partner with leadership to evaluate production capacity, equipment needs, staffing requirements, and opportunities for operational growth.
• Embody BRDG’s collaborative, service‑oriented culture by supporting internal teams and ensuring production decisions align with client expectations and project goals.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in fabrication, production management, shop operations, scenic fabrication, exhibit production, custom manufacturing, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating fabrication workflows and managing multiple projects with competing deadlines.
• Strong understanding of fabrication methods, materials, assembly processes, finishing techniques, and production requirements.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, shop drawings, construction documents, specifications, and design intent.
• Experience developing production schedules, assigning labor, managing shop capacity, and coordinating project resources.
• Familiarity with budgeting, labor tracking, material estimating, vendor quotes, purchasing, and cost control.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate teams, coordinate across departments, and resolve production challenges.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot problems, make informed decisions under pressure, and adapt to changing project requirements.
• Commitment to quality craftsmanship, workplace safety, organization, and continuous improvement.
• Comfortable using project management tools, scheduling software, spreadsheets, and digital production documentation.
• Experience in experiential fabrication, custom exhibits, branded environments, scenic builds, dimensional signage, or creative installations is a strong plus.
• Experience coordinating with installation teams and managing projects from shop production through on‑site delivery and installation is preferred.
• A proactive, hands‑on approach with the ability to balance strategic planning and day‑to‑day shop‑floor execution.

Why BRDG?

At BRDG, we bring ambitious creative ideas to life through thoughtful design, technical expertise, and exceptional execution. As our Fabrication Project Manager, you’ll play a critical role in transforming concepts into physical experiences that challenge expectations, elevate brands, and inspire connection.

You’ll work alongside a collaborative team of designers, builders, project managers, and creative technologists who value craftsmanship, innovation, and getting the details right. If you’re a practical problem‑solver who takes pride in building great work, developing strong teams, and creating production processes that deliver results, we’d love to have you help shape what’s next.