Industrial Project Manager: Rigging, Crane & Millwright

AME, Inc.; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

Car allowance & mileage reimbursement

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with company contributions

Job summary

AME, Inc. is actively seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee our Industrial Contracting Division in Spartanburg, SC.

You will manage multiple crane, heavy haul, millwright, and rigging projects, lead a team of superintendents, foremen, journeymen, and subcontractors, and ensure safe, on-time, within-budget delivery that meets client expectations. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in industrial contracting as a PM, with hands-on plant relocation and rigging expertise, strong

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in industrial contracting as a project manager
• Hands-on experience with plant relocation projects
• Proficiency in rigging and heavy equipment handling
• Proficiency in optical alignment and precision installation
• Knowledge in millwright or equivalent trade certification
• Strong understanding of industrial safety standards
• Ability to work independently and lead small teams if needed

Responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of AME, Inc.’s industrial services and effectively communicate these to clients, including rigging, millwright, welding and fabrication, alignment, crane operations, civil activities, and subcontract services for electrical and piping.
• Generate competitive and accurate cost estimates, demonstrating detailed knowledge of labor, materials, and equipment needed for project scopes
• Analyze RFQ documents (scope of work, drawings, schedules) and prepare proposals that align with client requirements while addressing any discrepancies in writing during the proposal/contract negotiation process
• Create and manage manpower-loaded schedules using tools like MS Project or Excel for project planning and execution
• Oversee the review, administration, and execution of prime and subcontract agreements
• Identify all trades required for project completion and coordinate work with AME staff, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure timely project start and organized execution
• Provide clear direction and project documentation to foremen and crews, both on-site and remotely
• Execute end-to-end project management, including labor planning, material purchasing, tool and equipment allocation, subcontractor management, travel coordination, incident reporting, and project status updates
• Utilize industry-standard AIA documents to generate invoices and payment requests, ensuring timely and professional submission
• Develop and submit schedules of values and invoicing schedules to clients and internal accounting teams
• Identify and document any out-of-scope work, ensuring client authorization before initiating work. Track and invoice change orders appropriately

Skills

MS Office Suite

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Mechanical aptitude

Time management

Communication skills

Financial acumen

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree preferred

OSHA 30 and CPR certifications

PMP certification preferred

Tools

MS Project

Job description

AME, Inc. is actively seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee our Industrial Contracting Division in Spartanburg, SC.

You will manage multiple crane, heavy haul, millwright, and rigging projects, lead a team of superintendents, foremen, journeymen, and subcontractors, and ensure safe, on-time, within-budget delivery that meets client expectations. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in industrial contracting as a PM, with hands-on plant relocation and rigging expertise, strong