Project Manager

Lutz; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insu

401(k) match

Paid time off and paid holidays

Health Savings Account

Company-sponsored events

Job summary

Lutz is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead industrial and mechanical construction projects valued up to $50 million. This highly visible leadership role oversees EPC activities and demands strong leadership, client relations, and a relentless focus on safety and quality.

You will manage budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and teams across all project phases; drive cost controls, reporting, and risk mitigation; and mentor field personnel while building long-term client partnerships in

Qualifications

• 7+ years of construction project management experience within industrial or mechanical construction.
• Experience managing large-scale projects, including budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and project teams.
• Proven leadership experience with direct reports.
• Strong financial acumen to evaluate costs, identify risks, and make decisions.
• Solid understanding of contracts, drawings, permits, and industry standards.
• Experience with Primavera P6 scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from start to finish, overseeing engineering, procurement, and construction with accountability for safety, quality, timelines and profitability.
• Drive financial performance by managing budgets, labor productivity, equipment utilization and cost controls.
• Build and maintain client relationships, lead meetings, provide updates, and address concerns.
• Lead and develop teams, mentor field personnel, and coordinate resources to meet goals.
• Develop and monitor project schedules, coordinate resources, and pre-empt delays.
• Oversee subcontractor relationships, purchasing, change orders and contract compliance.
• Promote safety and quality to meet regulatory requirements.
• Identify solutions to keep projects moving forward.

Skills

Project management

Industrial construction

Budget management

Schedule management

Leadership

Client relationships

Safety culture

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

*Only the most qualified candidates will be contacted

Are you a Project Manager who thrives on taking ownership of complex projects from start to finish? Do you enjoy leading teams, solving challenges in the field, and making decisions that directly impact project success? If you're ready to manage large-scale industrial projects with a company that values accountability, teamwork, and getting the job done right, this could be an excellent next step in your career!

Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead industrial and mechanical construction projects valued up to $50 million. This highly visible leadership role offers the opportunity to oversee all phases of engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) while building strong client relationships and driving successful project outcomes.

What You'll Bring

• 7+ years of construction project management experience within industrial or mechanical construction.
• Experience managing complex, large-scale construction projects, including budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and project teams.
• Proven leadership experience, including successfully managing direct reports.
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to evaluate project costs, identify risks, and make sound business decisions.
• Solid understanding of construction contracts, drawings, specifications, permitting, and industry standards.
• Experience managing project schedules; familiarity with Primavera P6.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build relationships with clients, field leadership, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Commitment to maintaining a strong safety culture and delivering quality work.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead Projects from Start to Finish: Oversee engineering, procurement, and construction activities while maintaining accountability for project safety, quality, timelines, and profitability.
• Drive Financial Performance: Manage project budgets, labor productivity, equipment utilization, cost controls, and financial reporting.
• Build Client Relationships: Serve as the primary point of contact, lead project meetings, provide updates, and proactively address concerns.
• Lead & Develop Teams: Coordinate project resources, provide direction to field leadership, and mentor team members to achieve project goals.
• Manage Scheduling & Execution: Develop and monitor project schedules, coordinate resources, and identify potential delays before they impact progress.
• Oversee Contracts & Procurement: Manage subcontractor relationships, purchasing activities, change orders, and contract compliance.
• Promote Safety & Quality: Ensure projects meet established safety expectations, quality standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Identify Solutions: Anticipate challenges, evaluate risks, and implement practical solutions to keep projects moving forward.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join an established, family-focused organization with a strong presence in industrial construction.
• Take ownership of challenging, high-value projects with meaningful responsibility.
• Work alongside experienced professionals who value teamwork and accountability.
• Opportunity for continued professional growth and advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Generous 401(k) match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Health Savings Account
• Company-sponsored events

Job Number – 3687242K