Project Manager - Manufacturing

True North Consultants, Inc.; Linden (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

True North Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager for manufacturing or construction projects in Michigan. The role focuses on leading turnkey projects, coordinating across engineering, production, and sales, and building strong customer relationships.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or PM, PMI certification preferred, and at least six years of PM experience in steel fabrication or related fields. Proficiency with ERP systems and MS Office is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Project Management is required.
• PMI certification preferred.
• 6+ years of project management experience in manufacturing or construction.
• Experience reading blueprints and schematics.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication with customers and teams.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with customers as the primary contact.
• Plan, execute, monitor, and complete turnkey projects across teams.
• Develop and manage project schedules and track progress.
• Create and manage project budgets and participate in cost reviews.
• Request and evaluate subcontractor quotes.
• Review bid documents with estimators for timely quotes.
• Prepare material takeoffs and cost estimates.
• Manage changes in scope and develop contingency plans.
• Coordinate with manufacturing to meet specifications and delivery.
• Prepare and present project updates and proposals.
• Read blueprints and contract drawings; apply fabrication knowledge.
• Coordinate with engineering, production, and management to estimate costs.

Skills

PMI certification

Client relationship management

Project coordination

Reading blueprints

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Project Management

Tools

MS Office

ERP system (Global Shop Solutions)

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.