Module Fabrication Yard Project Manager

Socket.dev; Ingleside (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarpon Specialty Services is seeking a Module Fabrication Yard Project Manager to lead modular fabrication projects from handoff to closeout. You will drive project execution plans, manage scope, schedule, cost, and quality, and serve as the primary client interface, building strong relationships through proactive communication.

A strong safety culture and cross-disciplinary coordination are essential. The role requires coordinating with engineering, procurement, fabrication, coatings, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred
• Equivalent industrial construction experience will be considered
• 8+ years of industrial construction, fabrication, or EPC project management experience
• Experience managing large modular fabrication or heavy industrial projects preferred
• Strong understanding of structural steel fabrication, pipe fabrication/installations, mechanical equipment installation, electrical/instrumentation systems, industrial coatings, heavy haul and module transportation

Responsibilities

• Assume full responsibility for modular fabrication projects from handoff through closeout
• Develop and execute project execution plans aligned with contract requirements
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams and manage scope, schedule, cost, quality, and risk
• Serve as primary client interface and report project status
• Promote safety culture and ensure compliance with safety policies
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, fabrication, coatings, and testing activities
• Coordinate material procurement and logistics to ensure material flow
• Mentor junior team members and drive continuous improvement

Job description

Module Fabrication Yard Project Manager - Tarpon Specialty Services

Primary Responsibilities

Project Leadership

• Assume full responsibility for assigned modular fabrication projects from handoff through project closeout

• Develop and execute project execution plans aligned with contract requirements and company objectives

• Lead multidisciplinary project teams and establish clear priorities and accountability

• Maintain ownership of project scope, schedule, cost, quality, and risk

Client Management

• Serve as the primary client interface throughout project execution

• Lead regular progress meetings and provide accurate reporting on project status

• Build long-term client relationships through responsive communication and successful project delivery

• Negotiate scope changes and manage change orders

Safety Leadership

• Promote a strong safety culture throughout the fabrication yard

• Ensure compliance with all company safety policies and customer-specific requirements

• Participate in safety observations, incident investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives

Schedule Management

• Develop and maintain integrated fabrication schedules

• Coordinate engineering, procurement, fabrication, coatings, mechanical completion, testing, and loadout activities

• Identify schedule risks early and implement recovery plans when necessary

• Monitor critical path activities and production milestones

Cost & Commercial Management

• Manage project budgets and financial performance

• Review labor productivity, equipment utilization, subcontract costs, and material expenditures

• Forecast monthly revenue, cost-to-complete, and project margin

• Ensure accurate billing milestones and support timely invoicing

Engineering Coordination

• Coordinate engineering deliverables with internal and external engineering teams

• Ensure drawings, fabrication packages, and revisions are issued in support of production schedules

• Resolve technical issues affecting fabrication

Procurement & Materials

• Coordinate material procurement and delivery with purchasing

• Monitor critical equipment and long-lead material status

• Work with warehouse and material management teams to ensure efficient material flow

Fabrication Management

• Coordinate fabrication activities across structural steel, piping, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, coatings, insulation, and testing

• Monitor productivity and resource loading

• Resolve production constraints that impact schedule or cost

Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with project specifications, codes, and customer requirements

• Support inspections, audits, and client witness activities

• Drive timely resolution of NCRs and punch list items

Logistics & Module Delivery

• Coordinate heavy haul, loadout, marine transportation, and site delivery requirements

• Ensure modules are prepared for shipment in accordance with transportation plans

• Coordinate preservation and shipping documentation

Risk Management

• Identify commercial, technical, operational, and schedule risks

• Develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans

• Maintain project risk registers

Team Development

• Mentor Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers

• Foster collaboration between construction, engineering, procurement, and support departments

• Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred

• Equivalent industrial construction experience will be considered

• 8+ years of industrial construction, fabrication, or EPC project management experience

• Experience managing large modular fabrication or heavy industrial projects preferred

• Strong understanding of:

  • Structural steel fabrication

  • Pipe fabrication and installation

  • Mechanical equipment installation

  • Electrical and instrumentation systems

  • Industrial coatings

  • Heavy haul and module transportation

Preferred Experience

Experience with one or more of the following industries:

• LNG

• Petrochemical

• Refining

• Power Generation

• Carbon Capture

• Data Centers

• Offshore Facilities

• Industrial Manufacturing

Required Skills

• Strong leadership and organizational abilities

• Excellent communication and client relationship skills

• Financial and commercial acumen

• Schedule development and recovery planning

• Contract interpretation

• Change management

• Risk management

• Negotiation skills

• Conflict resolution

• Decision making under pressure

Software Proficiency

• Microsoft Office Suite

• Microsoft Project

• Primavera P6 (preferred)

• Procore (preferred)

• ERP/Project Cost Management Systems

• Bluebeam

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Safety Performance

• Schedule Performance Index (SPI)

• Budget Performance

• Gross Margin Achievement

• Client Satisfaction

• Change Order Capture

• Labor Productivity

• Quality Metrics

• Rework Reduction

• On-Time Module Delivery

Physical Requirements

• Ability to routinely work in an active industrial fabrication environment

• Ability to walk fabrication yards, climb stairs and module structures, and conduct field inspections

• Ability to work extended hours as project demands require

Leadership Expectations

The Module Fabrication Yard Project Manager is expected to lead by example by demonstrating professionalism, integrity, accountability, and a commitment to safety and quality. Successful candidates will proactively solve problems, communicate effectively with clients and internal stakeholders, and drive project teams toward successful execution while supporting the company's long-term growth and reputation for excellence.