Field Installations Lead & Project Coordinator

AutoTech Solutions; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

AutoTech Solutions in Novi, MI is seeking an Installation Superintendent and Project Coordinator to oversee industrial paint booth and equipment installations from site visit to completion.

This hands-on role requires field leadership, coordinating subcontractors, developing installation scopes and schedules, and ensuring safety and budget adherence. Travel to customer sites is expected and strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience managing commercial construction or installation projects.
• Experience estimating installation projects and coordinating subcontractors.
• Strong knowledge of industrial construction practices, mechanical systems, ductwork, and equipment installation.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, construction documents, equipment layouts, and installation specifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct customer site visits with the sales team to evaluate installation requirements and project feasibility.
• Review facilities, equipment layouts, utilities, building access, unloading conditions, ductwork, roof penetrations, and site conditions to develop installation scopes.
• Develop accurate labor, equipment, material, subcontractor, and travel estimates for installation projects.
• Solicit, review, and compare subcontractor proposals to ensure complete project scope and identify exclusions or gaps.
• Provide accurate installation costs, assumptions, and recommendations to support the sales process.
• Coordinate equipment deliveries, unloading activities, staging areas, and material handling throughout the project.
• Perform field layout of equipment, verify dimensions, clearances, elevations, duct routing, and utility locations prior to installation.
• Develop project schedules and coordinate installation crews, subcontractors, and vendors to keep projects on schedule.
• Provide field leadership by communicating project expectations, drawings, schedules, and safety requirements to installation teams.
• Monitor project progress, installation quality, safety, and customer satisfaction throughout each phase.
• Identify and resolve field issues, installation conflicts, and unforeseen site conditions to minimize delays.
• Review and interpret equipment drawings, mechanical plans, construction documents, and installation specifications.
• Document project changes, manage change orders, and prevent unauthorized work outside the project scope.
• Complete project closeout activities, including punch lists and final walkthroughs.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and subcontractor agreements.

Skills

Project management

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Field leadership

Reading mechanical drawings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management

Related field degree

Job description

AutoTech Solutions in Novi, MI is seeking an Installation Superintendent and Project Coordinator to oversee industrial paint booth and equipment installations from site visit to completion.

This hands-on role requires field leadership, coordinating subcontractors, developing installation scopes and schedules, and ensuring safety and budget adherence. Travel to customer sites is expected and strong communication and organizational skills are essential.