Project Manager

Singer Equipment Company, Inc; City of Tonawanda (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short/Long-term disability

401K with company match

Group life insurance

Flexible spending

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Singer Equipment Company is seeking a Project Manager to oversee planning, budgeting and scheduling of foodservice equipment projects. You will coordinate across estimating, procurement, installation teams and customers to ensure on-time delivery and within scope.

The role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects at once. The position involves visits to construction sites, coordination of deliverables, and interfacing with customers and vendors.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-year related experience in foodservice/construction preferred.
• Ability to read and understand manufacturers’ cut sheets and drawings.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Adobe Acrobat.

Responsibilities

• Manages labor resources, equipment, materials and project requirements.
• Monitors progress and provides updates to customers and internal teams.
• Manages project budgets including invoices and changes in scope.
• Coordinates delivery, installation and start-up of equipment on sites.
• Prepares and reviews purchase orders and change orders.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to ensure on-time deliveries within scope.

Skills

Project management

MS Office

Reading drawings

AI tools

Communication

Adobe Acrobat

Auto Quotes

Tools

MS Excel

Outlook

Job description

Singer Kittredge Tonawanda, 17 Pearce Avenue, Tonawanda, New York, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Why Singer?

Singer Equipment Company is not just a seller of food equipment – we cultivate partnerships and amplify success. Singer isn’t just a place to work; it’s a place to thrive. We empower our employees, fostering an environment where they can grow professionally and contribute to something larger than themselves.

We are the proud, 3-time recipient of the Foodservice and Supplies Dealer of the Year Award. Our commitment to our customers has earned us an unbeatable reputation within our industry. This is your opportunity to join a winning team!

At Singer Equipment Company, we value each and every one of our dedicated staff and therefore are pleased to offer a competitive starting wage, a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, dental, vision, short term and long-term disability, 401K with company match, group life insurance, flexible spending, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Make a Difference: Work with enthusiasm and integrity while ensuring communication, coordination and collaboration.
• Collaborative Spirit: Be part of a supportive and dynamic team environment.
• Growth Opportunities:Develop your skills and advance your career in a dynamic industry.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits:Enjoy a rewarding package that reflects your contributions.

OVERVIEW

The Project Manager supports all aspects of project management involving planning, budgeting, scheduling, and coordinating activities to ensure all projects are delivered on-time, within scope, and budget. The Project Manager uses discretion and independent judgement, within established policies and procedures, in selecting the methods utilized to achieve project goals. The Project Manager must be self-motivated with high energy and the ability to interact with numerous individuals, in multiple functions, in a dynamic and changing environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manages labor resources, equipment, materials, and other requirements necessary for successful and efficient completion of the respective projects.
• Monitors the progress of project activities and regularly provide updates to customers, contractors and internal support.
• Manage project budgets by ensuring all projects costs are tracked including review and coding of invoices, accounting related to changes in the scope of work, receipts, credit card charges, manage resolution of freight claims.
• Engage with customers to proactively provide effective solutions and mitigate conflict.
• Analyzes food service equipment plans, equipment cut sheets, custom fabrication drawings, mechanical and architectural plans for accuracy of information pertaining to items sold or installed by Singer H&R; assist in distribution of clarifications and corrections as necessary according to project protocol.
• Works closely with estimating department to understand scope of work.
• Prepares, reviews and places purchase orders.
• Collaborates with project stakeholders to ensure orders are acknowledged, received, ship dates are acceptable, and deliveries are scheduled in a timely manner and within the requirements of the project.
• Assembles cutbooks, produces required GC/trade coordination letters, shelving diagrams, and wall backing diagrams, coordinating plans and specifications for all equipment, etc. and distribute as required.
• Obtains quotes necessary to provide change order work requested by customers.
• Reviews quotes and manufacturer shop drawings for accuracy of proper equipment description and physical requirements; seeks approvals for release, as applicable.
• Document related changes to the scope of work, including generation and tracking of change orders as required and in accordance with established protocols.
• Coordinate and overseeing the installation of foodservice equipment on construction sites, including creating delivery notes and instructions, confirming all equipment is on hand at the local warehouse and received in good condition, coordinating delivery of owner’s manuals, warranty and service lists, scheduling start-ups for equipment and scheduling training for end users.
• Assist with the close-out of the projects, including accounting for all change orders, assisting with final billing process, updating contact records and internal electronic records.
• Utilize customer tools including, not limited to, requested portals, development reports, service log recaps, chain standards (i.e. "playbook").

*The duties and responsibilities described are not necessarily an exhaustive list. Additional duties may be assigned to the employee as necessitated by business demands.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 5-year related experience. Foodservice and/or construction experience is preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat
• Auto Quotes experience is preferred
• Ability to effectively use AI tools to draft and enhance emails, prepare meeting materials, summarize project discussions, and generate professional reports.
• Ability to read and understand manufacturers cut sheets, drawings and construction drawings and communicate layout and design requirements to others
• Strong relationship building skills with customers, general contractors, architects, manufacturers and vendors, and other trades on job sites
• Strong mathematical and customer service skills
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-pace environment
• Must be proactive, analytical, have strong attention to detail, and be highly organized.
• Exceptional work ethic with a focus on achieving goals and targets in a timely and complete manner
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to articulate recommendations in a concise and timely manner
• Highly driven and self-motivated; ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team
• Foster positive relations and communications with co-workers
• Possess integrity and ethical character
• Ability to think creatively, critically and solve problems

Physical Demands

Work requires sitting for extended periods of time while operating a computer, standing, walking and moving throughout the office; requires driving and valid driver’s license; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting. In addition, job site work may involve some handling of equipment (for example, shelving) and may include walking or standing most of the time and requires frequent bending, stooping, and twisting (for example, taking field measurements).

Working Conditions

Typically works in an office environment, telework and construction job sites. The core hours of this position are 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. However, early morning hours, some evening hours and weekend hours may be required to meet business demands. Job may require work to be performed on active construction sites where employee may be exposed to dust, dirt, loud noise, odors and other hazards commonly found on construction sites.

Travel

Position requires local and out-of-town travel in accordance with business needs, which at times may be frequent.

Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet all listed requirements. We recognize that skills and potential can take many forms, and we value diverse experiences that may not align perfectly with traditional qualifications.

Singer Equipment Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Singer Kittredge Tonawanda, 17 Pearce Avenue, Tonawanda, New York, United States of America