Project Manager - Manufacturing

Top Dog Recruiting; Linden (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Top Dog Recruiting in Linden, MI is seeking a Project Manager to lead manufacturing or construction turnkey projects. You will coordinate with management, engineering, production, and sales teams and serve as the primary contact for customers throughout each project.

The role requires reading blueprints, managing budgets, schedules, and risks, and ensuring delivery commitments are met while coordinating cross‑functional teams. PMI-certified candidates are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or PM required.
• PMI certification preferred.
• Six years of project management experience in manufacturing or construction.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with assigned customers as primary contact.
• Plan, execute, monitor, and complete turnkey projects with cross‑functional teams.
• Develop schedules, track progress, and address delays.
• Create and manage project budgets and participate in cost reviews.
• Request, evaluate, and select subcontractor quotes.
• Review bid documents with estimating to ensure on-time quotes.
• Prepare material takeoffs and cost estimates for opportunities and changes.
• Manage scope changes, risks, and contingency plans.
• Coordinate with manufacturing to meet specs and delivery commitments.
• Prepare and present progress reports and proposals.
• Read and interpret blueprints and contract drawings.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and management to estimate costs for non-core opportunities.

Skills

Relationship management

Project coordination

Budgeting and cost control

Communication skills

Reading blueprints and schematics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Project Management

PMI certification

Tools

ERP system experience (Global Shop Solutions)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Project Manager

Manufacturing or construction industry experience is required.

Job Duties:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with assigned customers, serving as their primary point of contact throughout each project.


• Plan, execute, monitor, and complete turnkey projects while coordinating with Miller’s management, engineering, production, and sales teams.


• Develop and manage project schedules, track progress, and address potential delays or other issues.


• Create and manage project budgets, monitor costs, and participate in cost reviews and reduction efforts.


• Request, evaluate, and select subcontractor quotes.


• Review bid documents with the estimating team to help ensure quotes are accurate and submitted on time.


• Prepare material takeoffs and cost estimates for new opportunities and project change orders.


• Manage changes in project scope, identify risks, and develop contingency plans.


• Work with manufacturing to ensure products meet customer specifications and delivery commitments.


• Prepare and present project updates, proposals, requirements documents, and progress reports.


• Read and interpret blueprints and contract drawings, applying knowledge of fabrication and manufacturing processes.


• Coordinate with engineering, production, and management to estimate costs for non-core opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Project Management required; PMI certification preferred.


• At least six years of project management experience in manufacturing or construction, preferably with a small or midsize business in structural steel fabrication, building, or a related field.


• Experience managing multiple construction projects simultaneously.


• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.


• Hands-on experience with fabrication processes and oversight of fabrication work.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using an ERP system; Global Shop Solutions experience is a plus.


• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with customers, subcontractors, and internal teams.