Project Manager

LHH; Plainfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Discretionary Bonus

Job summary

LHH in Plainfield, Illinois is seeking a Project Manager to lead industrial and capital projects from concept through completion. This hybrid role blends office, field, and remote work and emphasizes coordinating cross-functional teams to drive operational growth and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with field experience, capable of managing schedules, budgets, resources, and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.

Qualifications

• Experience managing industrial and capital projects.
• Previous field-based project management experience required.
• Strong leadership experience with the ability to manage teams and project stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead industrial and capital projects from planning and design through implementation and closeout.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, scope, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with engineering, operations, contractors, vendors, and leadership teams.
• Provide leadership and direction to project teams and field personnel.
• Conduct site visits and oversee field activities to ensure safety, quality, and project milestones are achieved.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Drive projects to completion while maintaining a strong focus on efficiency and performance.

Skills

Leadership

Field-based PM

Team management

Communication

Multitasking

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

My client is seeking a Project Manager to lead industrial and capital projects from concept through completion. This role offers the opportunity to oversee impactful projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive initiatives that support operational growth and continuous improvement.

We're looking for a hands‑on leader with field experience who can effectively manage project timelines, budgets, resources, and stakeholders while ensuring successful project execution.

What You'll Do

• Lead industrial and capital projects from planning and design through implementation and closeout
• Manage project schedules, budgets, scope, and deliverables
• Coordinate with engineering, operations, contractors, vendors, and leadership teams
• Provide leadership and direction to project teams and field personnel
• Conduct site visits and oversee field activities to ensure safety, quality, and project milestones are achieved
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Drive projects to completion while maintaining a strong focus on efficiency and performance

What We’re Looking For

• Experience managing industrial and capital projects
• Previous field‑based project management experience required
• Strong leadership experience with the ability to manage teams and project stakeholders
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and SolidWorks
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $90,000 - $130,000
• 10% Discretionary Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Package

This is a hybrid opportunity based in Plainfield, offering a combination of office, field, and remote flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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