IE Project Manager: Lean, Client-Focused Leader

Ghafari; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Ghafari Associates is seeking an Industrial Engineering Project Manager in Dearborn, MI to lead projects spanning facility layout, materials management, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will serve as the liaison between project teams, clients, and internal management, ensuring on-time delivery and cost control.

The role requires 10+ years of experience, a BS in Engineering or Business (MS preferred), and strong leadership, communication, and QA/QC skills.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering or Business from an accredited university preferred or a four-year college degree in an engineering discipline.
• A Master’s Degree is preferred, however not required.
• Experience: 10 or more years of progressively more responsible previous experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong listening and leadership abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint; experience with MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Manage development of project deliverables, ensuring QA/QC alignment and client requirements.
• Develop and manage project execution plans including schedule, budget, resourcing, and change control.
• Monitor activities for scope, objectives, and performance targets; escalate issues as needed.
• Own deliverable quality and client acceptance; maintain positive client relationships.
• Lead governance, kickoff, client meetings, and lessons-learned sessions.
• Oversee project administration, safety readiness for onsite work, invoicing and staffing tracking.

Skills

Leadership

Client liaison

Communication

Lean manufacturing

Data analysis

Education

BS in Engineering or Business

MS preferred

Tools

MS Project

Excel

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Ghafari Associates is seeking an Industrial Engineering Project Manager in Dearborn, MI to lead projects spanning facility layout, materials management, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will serve as the liaison between project teams, clients, and internal management, ensuring on-time delivery and cost control.

The role requires 10+ years of experience, a BS in Engineering or Business (MS preferred), and strong leadership, communication, and QA/QC skills.