Project Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Huntsville (AL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Huntsville, AL is seeking an Industrial Project Manager to lead end-to-end capital projects in manufacturing settings. You’ll coordinate cross-functional teams, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure safety and quality standards across installations, upgrades, and automation initiatives.

You’ll collaborate with engineering, operations, finance, and safety leaders to drive reliable project delivery, mitigate risk, and report progress to executives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, industrial engineering, construction management, or related field.
• 5–7+ years of industrial, manufacturing, construction, or CAPEX project management experience.
• PMP, CAPM, or equivalent certification preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher.
• OSHA 30 or industry-specific safety training.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project lifecycle using standard project management methodologies.
• Define scope, requirements, success criteria, and deliverables.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure adherence to safety, regulatory, and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate installation, commissioning, and validation of industrial equipment.
• Oversee construction and layout changes within manufacturing environments.
• Manage vendor/OEM relationships, procurement, and contract negotiations.
• Provide executive-level reporting on progress, risks, milestones, and financials.

Skills

MS Project

Primavera P6

Budgeting

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

PMP

CAPM

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

OSHA 30

Tools

SAP ERP

Oracle ERP

Job description

# Industrial Project Manager # Position SummaryThe Industrial Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering industrial, manufacturing, or capital projects within scope, schedule, and cost targets. This role leads cross‐functional teams, manages contractors and vendors, and ensures all projects meet operational, quality, and safety standards. Projects may include facility upgrades, equipment installations, process improvements, automation initiatives, and large‐scale CAPEX deployments. # Key Responsibilities## Project Planning & Execution* Lead end‐to‐end project lifecycle using standard project management methodologies.* Define scope, requirements, success criteria, and deliverables.* Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.* Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.* Ensure adherence to safety, regulatory, and compliance requirements.## Technical & Industrial Knowledge* Work with engineering teams to review drawings, specifications, and technical documents.* Coordinate installation, commissioning, and validation of industrial equipment.* Oversee construction and layout changes within manufacturing or industrial environments. * Manage vendor/OEM relationships, procurement, and contract negotiations.## Cross‐Functional Collaboration* Serve as primary project liaison between engineering, operations, finance, safety, and leadership teams.* Facilitate design reviews, project updates, and stakeholder alignment meetings.* Navigate operational constraints such as downtime scheduling and plant safety protocols.## Budget & Cost Control* Create detailed project budgets and capital requests.* Track project costs, forecasts, and variances through ERP systems.* Manage change orders, contracts, and vendor invoicing.## Documentation & Reporting* Maintain project documentation, stage‐gate deliverables, and as‐built records.* Provide executive‐level reporting on progress, risks, milestones, and financials.* Capture lessons learned and implemented continuous improvement actions.# Qualifications## Education* Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, or related field helpful.* undefined## Certifications (Preferred but Not Required)* PMP, CAPM, or equivalent.* Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher.* OSHA 30 or industry‐specific safety training.## Experience* 5–7+ years of industrial, manufacturing, construction, or CAPEX project management experience.* Proven success delivering projects involving equipment installation, facility upgrades, automation, or process improvements.* Experience leading multi‐disciplinary technical teams.* Familiarity with EPC, design‐build, or stage‐gate project delivery methods.# Skills & Competencies* Strong understanding of industrial processes, automation systems, and equipment.* Proficiency with MS Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent scheduling tools.* Experience with SAP, Oracle, or other ERP systems.* Strong analytical, budgeting, and cost‐control capabilities.* Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.* Ability to manage multiple projects in fast‐paced operational environments.* Effective leadership of contractors, technicians, vendors, and internal teams. # Work Environment* Industrial/manufacturing facility environment* Combination of office and onsite (plant floor, construction areas, equipment rooms)* Must be able to wear PPE and perform field walks/inspections* Occasional travel to vendor sites or project locations# Why Join Us* Lead high‐impact industrial and capital projects* Work with cross‐functional teams driving operational excellence* Opportunity to influence process improvements and modernization initiatives* Competitive compensation, benefits, and career development opportunities### This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.**Location:**On-site –Huntsville, AL If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!