Industrial Travel Project Lead — Manufacturing

J.E. Dunn Construction Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction Company is seeking a Traveling Project Manager for Industrial/Manufacturing to lead moderately complex projects across regions, coordinating safety, subcontractors and schedules with a focus on budget adherence.

The role requires proactive preconstruction involvement, subcontractor buyouts, submittal management and active stakeholder coordination. Travel readiness and leadership are essential for project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of construction management experience.
• Ability to manage budgets and profitability.
• Strong coordination with owners, subcontractors, and design teams.

Responsibilities

• Leads all aspects of safety culture on projects.
• Supports preconstruction, quantity takeoff, and bid packages.
• Manages buyout schedule and subcontractor pricing.
• Oversees submittal process and shop drawings.
• Coordinates with stakeholders including subcontractors, owner, and design team.
• Prepares project schedules and budgets; tracks costs and profitability.
• Leads monthly progress and OAC meetings.
• Manages project closeout processes.

Skills

Safety leadership

Preconstruction support

Subcontract management

Schedule management

Budgeting & profitability

Lean principles

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field

Tools

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

JE Dunn Construction Company is seeking a Traveling Project Manager for Industrial/Manufacturing to lead moderately complex projects across regions, coordinating safety, subcontractors and schedules with a focus on budget adherence.

The role requires proactive preconstruction involvement, subcontractor buyouts, submittal management and active stakeholder coordination. Travel readiness and leadership are essential for project success.