Industrial Project Engineer

UMC; Orangeville (UT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Life and disability insurance

PTO 120 hours annually

Holidays + floating holiday

Professional development support

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral program

Wellness program

Job summary

UMC in Orangeville, Utah is seeking a Mechanical Construction Project Manager to oversee procurement, scheduling, and cost forecasting on complex projects. The role emphasizes effective communication, change-order negotiation, and adherence to safety and contract standards within a dynamic team.

Starting salary range $75,000 - $81,000; exempt position with full benefits, and opportunities for growth through professional development and on-site collaboration across design, engineering, and

Qualifications

• Ability to accurately estimate mechanical work.
• Ability to lead and foster a positive working environment.
• Ability to understand and communicate basic mechanical concepts.
• Advanced organizational and time management skills
• Attention to detail - errors & mistakes can result in significant financial losses.
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong work ethic - results driven.
• Ability to multi-task job responsibilities.
• Advanced computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Project, Access, and AutoCAD, Front Desk, Blue Beam, Smartsheet, and Viewpoint.

Responsibilities

• Estimate and negotiate change orders.
• Track quantities for productivity forecasting.
• Buyout major equipment and subcontracts.
• Expedite and track deliveries of major equipment/materials.
• Maintain working knowledge of general conditions, work scope and specifications of project contract/subcontract.
• Maintain and control documents in compliance with UMC Standards as well as contractual compliance.
• Develop and submit RFI's with project management oversight.
• Collaborate with field labor supervision to plan, organize and schedule project work including preparation of subcontract/contract integrated project schedule.
• Review contract drawings, detail drawings and specifications.
• Participate in and follow the AIM processes as may be required for a project.
• Ensure full compliance with UMC Safety Program at the jobsite and attend all safety meetings.
• Regular attendance and promptness are considered part of each employee's essential job functions.
• Assist in the bid process and the procurement of new work.
• Provide customer service/ maintain client relations and collaborate with other contractors.

Skills

Estimate mechanical work

Leadership

Mechanical concepts

Organization

Attention to detail

Communication (written & oral)

Work ethic

Multi-tasking

MS Word

Excel

AutoCAD

Front Desk

Blue Beam

Smartsheet

Viewpoint

Education

Construction Management, Mechanical, Civil, or Chemical Eng. degree desired

Tools

AutoCAD

Blue Beam

Smartsheet

Viewpoint

MS Word

Excel

Project

Access

Front Desk

Job description

Application Instructions

With more than 100 years of steady growth, UMC is proud to offer an environment where continuous learning, collaboration, and innovation are part of everyday work. We empower team members through hands‑on experience, supportive training, advanced technology, and creative problem-solving. Our people are knowledgeable, trusted, and committed to doing what's right-for our clients, our teams, and our communities.

We recognize that our people are the foundation of our success. At UMC, we are intentional about fostering a culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and supported. We bring together talented individuals from across the region to form high-performing teams in design, engineering, project management, and business services.

Let UMC be the next step in your career-where your well-being, work-life balance, and growth matter.

Benefits Summary

UMC offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including:

1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance
2. 401(k) plan with company match
3. Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
4. Company-paid life and disability insurance (STD/LTD)
5. Paid Time Off (PTO) beginning at 120 hours annually for full‑time employees
6. Seven paid holidays plus one floating holiday
7. Employee Assistance Program
8. Professional development support and tuition reimbursement
9. Employee referral program
10. Wellness program and employee events

Paid Time Off

Eligible employees begin accruing PTO on their date of hire. PTO combines vacation and sick leave, starting at 15 days per year for full‑time employees.

Position Description

Starting Salary Range: $75,000 - $81,000; depending on experience

Location: Orangeville, Utah

Classification: Exempt

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. - Sponsorship not available

Position Overview:

Manage mechanical construction projects through effective communication, negotiation, scheduling, tracking, document control, material procurement, and forecasting of costs and profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Estimate and negotiate change orders.
2. Track quantities for productivity forecasting.
3. Buyout major equipment and subcontracts.
4. Expedite and track deliveries of major equipment/materials.
5. Maintain working knowledge of general conditions, work scope and specifications of project contract/subcontract.
6. Maintain and control documents in compliance with UMC Standards as well as contractual compliance.
7. Develop and submit RFI's with project management oversight.
8. Collaborate with field labor supervision to plan, organize and schedule project work including preparation of subcontract/contract integrated project schedule.
9. Review contract drawings, detail drawings and specifications.
10. Participate in and follow the AIM processes as may be required for a project.
11. Ensure full compliance with UMC Safety Program at the jobsite and attend all safety meetings.
12. Regular attendance and promptness are considered part of each employee's essential job functions.

Secondary Responsibilities:

1. Assist in the bid process and the procurement of new work.
2. Provide customer service/ maintain client relations and collaborate with other contractors.

Position Requirements

Required Skills and Abilities:

1. Ability to accurately estimate mechanical work.
2. Ability to lead and foster a positive working environment.
3. Ability to understand and communicate basic mechanical concepts.
4. Advanced organizational and time management skills
5. Attention to detail - errors & mistakes can result in significant financial losses.
6. Strong written and oral communication skills
7. Strong work ethic - results driven.
8. Ability to multi-task job responsibilities.
9. Advanced computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Project, Access, and AutoCAD, Front Desk, Blue Beam, Smartsheet, and Viewpoint.

Preferred Education and Experience:

1. Construction Management, Mechanical, Civil, or Chemical Engineering degree desired.

Required Licensing and Other Certifications:

1. Maintain a valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Affirmative Action:

UMC is committed to a culture of inclusion and connectedness. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self‑expression, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents who we are as a company and what we believe in. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of their education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

EEO Policy:

UMC's policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, religion, presence of physical, sensory or mental disability, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy is not tolerated. UMC is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans. Affine action plans are developed annually to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company's obligations as a contractor to the United States government.