Manufacturing Project Manager

Smyth Industries; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

4x10 workweek

Job summary

Smyth Industries, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Project Manager in Arizona to lead complex fabrication and construction projects from concept to completion.

You will coordinate cross‑functional teams, manage scope and budgets, and ensure client satisfaction while driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced water infrastructure environment. The role requires strong leadership, effective communication with clients, and the ability to translate requirements into actionable project plans.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of manufacturing, mechanical, or water infrastructure industries experience.
• Five+ years of project management experience; ten+ preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field preferred; equivalent experience accepted.
• ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code knowledge is a plus.
• Arizona Registered Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple manufacturing projects from conception through completion with schedule, scope, and budget adherence.
• Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and other departments to resolve issues.
• Monitor project financials including budgets, costs, and change orders.
• Maintain thorough project documentation and client communications.
• Mentor staff and support business development and operational excellence.

Skills

Project management

Client management

Leadership

Team development

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Equivalent technical/managerial experience

Tools

ASME knowledge

Job description

Do you work 5 days a week and prefer a 4-day work week? If so, we want to hear from you!

This job requires U.S. work authorization.

This position allows all levels of experience.

Overview

Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a bright future. It takes an exceptional team workingbehind the scenes to help solve complex problems and build capacity for the future.

Smyth Industries is currently searching for an individual with Water Infrastructure Industry experience as an ManufacturingProject Manager to help enhance our current team. We provide full-service electrical, civil, manufacturing, engineering and general contracting services for the water and reclamation industry.

The ideal candidate will foster teamwork and create a positive work environment in a fast-paced industry, while helping our Arizona clients engineer, rehabilitate, manufacture and construct water distribution and treatment infrastructure.

If you are looking for an organization who invests in their employees, has a culture of community and belonging that allows their people to be their best, and allows you to bring your authentic self to work while achieving purpose-driven work, then we need inspired people like you to join us in our pursuit of building the future.

About Us

Smyth Industries, Inc. has been serving the water and reclamation industry throughout Arizona and the Southwest since the company’s inception as Smyth Steel Manufacturing in 1980. We’ve grown from our steel tank fabrication and specialty manufacturing origins, into a full-service water and reclamation industry General Contractor specializing in end-to‑end solutions including Storage Tanks, Pump and Water Wells, Pressure and Surge Vessels, Industrial Coatings, Electrical and Controls, and Engineering.

Were proud of what we build but we're even prouder of the people who build it.

Benefits

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefit package that includes:

• 401K
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life insurance
• Monday-Thursday (4 days/10‑hour days)

In your job, you will have the ability to make a difference in the water and reclamation industry by:

Scope

Under minimal supervision, the Manufacturing Project Manager plays an essential leadership role in overseeing complex fabrication and construction projects from concept to completion. This position combines project management expertise with client management leadership, ensuring successful execution while driving continuous improvement, team development, and strategic alignment with company goals. This role requires a high degree of independence, strong project management skills, and a practical understanding of technical fabrication. The Manufacturing Project Manager identifies project and fabrication issues, coordinates appropriate internal and external resources, drives accountability, and ensures issues are followed through to resolution. The Manufacturing Project Manager serves as the primary client liaison, leads cross‑functional teams, mentors staff, and supports business development and operational excellence across Smyth Industries. Support and adhere to Smyth Industries’ Policies and Procedures, Safety Compliance, and Values.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Project Management

• Lead multiple manufacturing projects from conception through completion, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget adherence
• Lead internal project handoff and startup processes, ensuring scope, contractual requirements, exclusions, assumptions, schedule, budget, procurement requirements, technical requirements, and outstanding questions are clearly understood by the project team
• Develop project plans, monitor progress, manage risks, and maintain comprehensive documentation
• Lead project kickoff meetings and coordinate execution plans with clients and internal teams
• Coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, and other departments to identify and resolve technical, material, schedule, and constructability issues
• Coordinate and drive project technical deliverables including drawings, submittals, RFIs, reports, engineering calculations, material requirements, and other project documentation
• Identify missing, conflicting, or incomplete project information and ensure questions are communicated to the appropriate internal or external party
• Monitor project financial performance including budgets, committed costs, labor, material costs, change orders, projected cost to complete, billing milestones, and overall project performance
• Identify, document, communicate, and manage changes to project scope, schedule, or cost and ensure appropriate client authorization is obtained when required
• Monitor construction and fabrication activities for compliance with safety, quality, project requirements, plans, specifications, and applicable standards
• Maintain accurate and current project records including correspondence, RFIs, submittals, approvals, change documentation, schedules, meeting notes, action items, and other project documentation
• Maintain effective communication with clients, internal teams, and project stakeholders regarding project status, priorities, risks, outstanding items, and required decisions
• Resolve conflicts and negotiate solutions in a timely and professional manner
• Translate client feedback into actionable improvements and ensure client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle
• Lead project closeout activities and ensure outstanding deliverables, documentation, client requirements, change orders, billing coordination, and remaining action items are completed

Client Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle
• Conduct regular client check‑ins and status updates
• Maintain clear documentation of client expectations, requirements, priorities, and decisions
• Anticipate client needs and proactively address concerns impacting scope, schedule, cost, quality, or project execution
• Coordinate client site visits, inspections, and milestone reviews
• Facilitate resolution of client issues including technical concerns, scheduling conflicts, scope changes, and budget adjustments
• Mentor staff on effective client communication, email etiquette, meeting facilitation, and conflict resolution
• Collaborate with internal teams to translate client feedback into actionable improvements
• Lead post‑project client debriefs to gather insights and improve future engagements
• Promote a client‑centric culture focused on responsiveness, accountability, and relationship‑building

Team Leadership & Development

• Mentor and coach team members
• Provide regular feedback and performance evaluations
• Support professional development through training, goal setting, and career growth initiatives
• Manage administrative functions for direct reports including time tracking, PTO, and attendance
• Lead performance conversations and support staff in resolving work‑related challenges

Business Development & Marketing

• Participate in marketing and business development activities including networking, proposal development, and client engagement
• Support proposal development by reviewing project scope, technical requirements, schedules, assumptions, exclusions, and execution considerations
• Identify questions or information required from clients prior to project handoff
• Develop strategic client account plans to support long‑term growth and repeat business
• Identify opportunities to expand services based on client needs and feedback
• Act as a brand ambassador promoting diversity, inclusion, and company values

Vendor & Supplier Coordination

• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Coordinate vendor, supplier, and subcontractor requirements with project scope, schedule, quality, and technical requirements
• Monitor vendor performance and address issues related to delivery, quality, or compliance
• Coordinate with Purchasing and other appropriate departments to support vendor and supplier selection, qualification, procurement, and cost‑control activities
• Maintain documentation of vendor communications, agreements, and performance metrics

Organizational & Continuous Improvement

• Support the development and implementation of project management methodologies, tools, processes, and standards
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives and integrate client feedback into operational processes
• Promote collaboration and shared accountability across departments and project teams
• Identify lessons learned, recurring project challenges, and opportunities for improvement and communicate them to appropriate leadership and departments
• Track and report client satisfaction metrics as part of project closeout procedures

Minimum Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience in manufacturing, mechanical, or water infrastructure industries, with ten or more years preferred
• Five or more years of project management experience, with ten or more years preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field preferred; equivalent technical and managerial experience accepted
• Experience with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code is a plus
• Arizona Registered Professional Engineer (PE) preferred
• Proven experience in client‑facing roles such as account management or business development
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage expectations and resolve conflicts
• Ability to pass a motor vehicle record (MVR) check
• Valid driver’s license and ability to legally operate a company vehicle
• Ability to pass pre‑employment drug screening
• Ability to physically perform required duties including standing, walking, bending, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, squatting, climbing ladders, working outdoors, exposure to weather, dust, and equipment noise, and standing for prolonged periods
• Ability to wear company‑supplied Personal Protective Equipment
• Ability to work safely around industrial equipment
• Ability to work Monday through Thursday, 10‑hour shifts between 5:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., with occasional Friday or Saturday work as business needs require

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP certification is highly desirable
• Strong knowledge of water and reclamation construction
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Competencies

• Project Management: Leads complex projects from initiation to completion while managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, risks, and client expectations
• Leadership & Team Development: Mentors and develops team members while fostering collaboration, accountability, and a positive team culture
• Technical & Industry Expertise: Applies knowledge of manufacturing, construction, water infrastructure, and applicable codes and standards to ensure technical quality, compliance, and continuous improvement
• Business & Vendor Coordination: Supports business development, strategic account planning, and growth initiatives while building productive relationships with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Communication, Problem Solving & Safety: Communicates effectively with clients, teams, and stakeholders, resolves conflicts, makes data‑driven decisions, champions safety and regulatory compliance, and ensures quality standards are met

Disclaimers

Duties may be modified at any time. Employment is at-will. Pre-employment drug screening may be required. Smyth Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at

Smyth Industries is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Aff