Pipe Fabrication Project Manager

Cajun Industries, LLC; Port Allen (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cajun Industries, LLC is seeking a Project Manager to plan, direct and coordinate activities of designated projects in our plant operations and construction environments.

You will review proposals, determine timelines and staffing, manage resources, and liaise with clients and subcontractors to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery. The role requires safety awareness, site visits, and collaboration with executives to maintain project documentation and schedules.

Qualifications

• Experience managing projects in construction or plant operations.
• Ability to coordinate subcontractors and manage schedules.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Confer with project staff to outline work plan and assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority.
• Examine estimates of material, equipment and production costs, performance requirements, and project schedules to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Review status reports from project personnel and adjust schedules or plans as needed.
• Prepare bids, process specifications, test and progress reports and other exhibits as required.
• Review bids from other firms for contract conformity and determine acceptability.
• Award and administer subcontracts, including final approval of payment.
• Prepare project reports for management, client, or others.
• Advise superintendents and construction managers of contractual rights and obligations.
• Maintain subcontractor status databases and act as liaison with client and subcontractors.
• Ensure timely invoicing and collection of payments according to contract terms.
• Maintain thorough documentation of all events, discussions and issues.
• Provide monthly projections of project status.
• Coordinate project activities with regulatory agencies when applicable.
• Assist other craft workers as needed.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Job description

The Project Manager plans, directs, and coordinates activities of designated project to ensure that goals or objectives of projects are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters by performing duties personally or through subordinate supervisors. Reviews project proposal or plan to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of project. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.

The Project Manager plans, directs, and coordinates activities of designated project to ensure that goals or objectives of projects are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters by performing duties personally or through subordinate supervisors. Reviews project proposal or plan to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of project. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.

Responsibilities

• The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.
• Confer with project staff to outline work plan and assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority
• Examine estimates of material, equipment and production costs, performance requirements, and project schedules to ensure completeness and accuracy
• Review status reports prepared by project personnel and modifies schedules or plans as required
• Prepare bids, process specifications, test and progress reports and other exhibits that may be required
• Review bid from other firms for conformity to contract requirements and determines acceptable bids
• Award and administer subcontracts, including final approval of payment
• Prepare project reports for management, client, or others
• Advise superintendents and construction manager of contractual rights and obligations
• Maintain subcontracts and subcontractor status databases
• Act as liaison between company, client and subcontractors
• Aggressive collection through invoicing on time, demanding payment within terms of contract, and using best judgement with schedule of values
• Maintain thorough documentation of all events, discussions and issues
• Provide monthly projections of the status of the project
• Coordinate project activities with activities of government regulatory or other governmental agencies when applicable
• Assist other craft workers as needed

Qualifications

Physical

While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee may be required to

• Remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods during office work and meetings.
• Move periodically across office settings, client venues, and active project or site locations.
• Operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• Frequently communicate and exchange accurate information in person, electronically, and during virtual or telephone meetings.
• Lift or move materials weighing up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Mental

While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee may be required to

• Direct, collaborate with, and communicate with executives, clients, and project teams.
• Interpret and apply company policies, safety protocols, and written instructions.
• Perform mathematical calculations, analyze business data, and review project estimates.
• Maintain accuracy, productivity, and attention to detail while managing competing priorities in an active office environment with frequent interruptions.
• Process, retain, and manage complex project details, contractual requirements, and client data.