Project Engineer/Project Manager

gpac; Lawrenceburg (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is seeking an experienced Project Engineer / Project Manager for a growing manufacturing operation specializing in custom steel and metal assemblies in Tennessee. The role blends engineering oversight with hands-on production coordination and client communication.

You will interpret technical drawings and customer specifications, manage budgets and schedules, coordinate vendors and internal teams, and ensure timely delivery of materials and project milestones.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or industrial project management.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and customer specifications.
• Experience with steel fabrication or material handling products.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for customers throughout definition and execution.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings and specs.
• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and timelines with internal teams.
• Manage multiple active projects and monitor progress, costs, and deadlines.
• Provide regular updates to customers and stakeholders.
• Maintain project records and change orders.
• Coordinate with vendors and customers for timely delivery.
• Track production efficiency and assist with production planning.

Skills

Project management

Engineering drawings

Vendor coordination

Customer liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Project Engineer / Project Manager

Seeking an experienced Project Engineer / Project Manager to join a growing manufacturing operation specializing in custom steel and metal assemblies. This is a highly dynamic, customer-facing position ideal for someone who can manage multiple projects simultaneously and enjoys coordinating engineering, production, vendors, and customers.

The successful candidate will have a strong manufacturing or industrial project-management background, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to interpret technical drawings and customer specifications. Experience with steel fabrication, structural metal components, or material handling products is highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout project definition and execution, including pricing and scope discussions.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and customer technical specifications.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and production timelines.
• Manage multiple active projects while monitoring progress, costs, and deadlines.
• Provide regular project updates to customers and internal stakeholders, identifying potential issues or delays.
• Maintain project documentation, schedules, change orders, and other project records.
• Coordinate with vendors and customers to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment.
• Track production efficiency and assist with production planning.