Industrial Project Manager - ESOP Fabrication

P&E Constructors, LLC

Texas

On-site

USD 98,000 - 160,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Competitive compensation

Job summary

P&E Constructors is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead industrial fabrication projects from award through engineering, procurement, fabrication, QA, delivery and closeout. You will coordinate clients, engineering teams, shop personnel, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure safety, on-time completion, and adherence to budget and quality requirements.

This role requires 3–7 years in fabrication or industrial construction, strong budgeting, scheduling, and ERP/MRP proficiency.

Qualifications

3–7 years of project management experience in fabrication, manufacturing, industrial construction, structural steel, pipe fabrication, pressure vessels, process equipment, or related industries
Experience managing project budgets, schedules, procurement activities, and customer relationships
Understanding of fabrication shop operations and manufacturing processes
Strong knowledge of fabrication processes, welding operations, production planning, and material management
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Customer-focused with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships
Understanding of project financial management, cost control, and change management processes
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Experience with ERP/MRP systems and fabrication tracking software
Familiarity with project scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Procore, or similar platforms
PMP certification or progress toward certification preferred
Experience with structural steel, pressure vessels, process piping, skidded systems, or industrial equipment fabrication preferred
Knowledge of AWS, ASME, API, AISC, or other applicable fabrication and welding standards preferred

Responsibilities

Develop project execution plans, work breakdown structures (WBS), fabrication schedules, and project reporting metrics
Review project specifications, engineering drawings, customer requirements, and quality standards to define project scope and execution strategy
Coordinate project handoff from estimating and sales teams through fabrication and delivery
Lead project kickoff meetings and establish communication plans with customers and internal stakeholders
Monitor project schedules, fabrication milestones, and deliverables to ensure on-time completion
Identify project risks and implement corrective actions when schedule, budget, or quality objectives are impacted
Manage project closeout activities, including final documentation, customer acceptance, and lessons learned
Review project estimates and proposals to understand scope, budgets, labor requirements, material costs, and project risks
Support contract review activities and ensure compliance with contractual requirements
Establish and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and cost tracking systems
Monitor project financial performance, including labor costs, material expenditures, subcontractor costs, invoicing, and revenue recognition
Process and manage change orders in accordance with customer contracts and company procedures
Prepare regular project status reports for customers and company leadership
Coordinate procurement activities to support fabrication schedules and project requirements
Monitor material deliveries and supplier performance to prevent project delays
Collaborate with purchasing, inventory, and warehouse personnel to ensure material availability
Support subcontractor selection, scope development, and performance monitoring
Assist in resolving material shortages, delivery issues, and supply chain challenges
Coordinate fabrication activities with shop supervisors, production personnel, and department managers
Monitor fabrication progress and production schedules to ensure alignment with project milestones
Track labor productivity, fabrication status, and project performance metrics
Ensure fabrication work is completed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and customer requirements
Coordinate production priorities and communicate schedule updates to internal and external stakeholders
Support resolution of manufacturing and production issues impacting project execution
Ensure compliance with company quality programs and customer specifications
Coordinate project quality documentation, inspections, testing requirements, and customer submittals
Support development and submission of welding procedure specifications (WPS), inspection reports, and quality records as required
Promote adherence to company safety policies and fabrication shop safety requirements
Participate in quality reviews, audits, and corrective action activities
Serve as the primary customer contact throughout project execution
Conduct regular project review meetings with customers and internal stakeholders
Provide timely communication regarding project status, schedule updates, and project challenges