Industrial Project Manager

Hutton Construction Corporation; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hutton Construction Corporation is seeking a Project Manager to lead projects from design through completion, coordinating teams, managing budgets, and ensuring quality work.

This role involves direct communication with clients and stakeholders, overseeing procurement, safety standards, and project documentation. Ideal candidates will have a background in construction management and relevant project management experience.

Join our team to help bring visions to life in a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field preferred.
• 3-5+ years of experience working as a project manager or superintendent required.

Responsibilities

• Anticipate project needs and create budget and pathway.
• Maintain precise project budgets and track changes in real-time.
• Serve as the primary contact for clients.

Skills

OSHA certification

Verbal communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Team-oriented

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s in construction management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Construction scheduling software

Job description

Description

As a Project Manager, you’ll do more than keep projects on track—you’ll help bring visions to life. From design through completion, you'll play a key role in coordinating teams, managing budgets, procuring materials, and ensuring subcontractors deliver top-quality work. You'll be the driving force behind schedules, safety, and standards, making sure every detail aligns with the bigger picture.

You will be working with Hutton’s Industrial team, delivering manufacturing plants, processing expansions, utility infrastructure, structural concrete foundations, steel, equipment installations, and high-performance production environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Project Planning & Execution: Anticipate project needs and create and communicate budget and pathway for the team to achieve the client’s vision. Own the success of the project from preconstruction through completion.[MR1]
• Drive Budget & Cost Control: Maintain precise project budgets, track changes in real time, complete projections, transparently communicate to stakeholders, and ensure accurate and timely billing.
• Coordinate with Stakeholders: Serve as the primary contact for clients and lead OAC (Owner-Architect-Contractor) meetings; collaborating respectfully with superintendents, subcontractors, estimators, and the design team to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Manage Procurement & Materials: Oversee bidding, subcontractor procurement, and material tracking from submittal to fabrication using company software.
• Ensure Safety & Quality: Uphold OSHA and Hutton safety standards, Coordinate shutdown windows and tie-ins, proactively resolve issues, and lead site planning meetings and project reviews.
• Oversee Documentation & Closeout: Produce timely pay applications, communicate project status with leadership, and manage all closeout procedures to ensure successful completion.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, construction science, business administration, engineering, or related field preferred.
• Previous experience managing heavy industrial or process facility projects preferred.
• 3-5+ years of experience working as a project manager or superintendent required.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• OSHA 10- and 30-hour certification; working knowledge of OSHA and company safety protocols.
• Understanding of industrial systems: PFDs, P&IDs, utility infrastructure, equipment layouts, and structural/civil integration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly convey instructions and expectations.
• Team-oriented, with effective problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and professionalism.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Experience with construction scheduling software (ASTA, Primavera, or equivalent) and estimating software (Timberline, Beck, or equivalent).
• Proficiency with PDF tools (Bluebeam, Adobe, or equivalent); working knowledge of building codes, inspections, site logistics, and scheduling.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and build strong relationships with team members, owners, and project partners.

Work Environment

• You will work mainly within an office environment with regular opportunities for site visits and onsite opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hutton provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected characteristic. This applies to all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, promotion, compensation, and training.