Project Manager - Manufacturing

Food Management Search; Linden (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Food Management Search, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager with manufacturing or construction experience to lead turnkey projects.

You will work closely with engineering, production, and sales teams to ensure on-time delivery and budget adherence, while maintaining strong client relationships. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or PM and PMI certification, with at least six years of PM experience in a related field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Project Management required; PMI certification preferred.
• Six years of project management experience in manufacturing or construction.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics.
• Hands-on fabrication processes experience and oversight of fabrication work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems; Global Shop Solutions experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with assigned customers as their primary contact for each project.
• Plan, execute, monitor, and complete turnkey projects coordinating with engineering, production, and sales teams.
• Develop and manage project schedules, monitor progress, and address delays or issues.
• Create and manage project budgets, monitor costs, and participate in cost reviews and reductions.
• Request, evaluate, and select subcontractor quotes.
• Review bid documents with estimating team to ensure accurate quotes and on-time submission.
• Prepare material takeoffs and cost estimates for opportunities and change orders.
• Manage changes in project scope, identify risks, and develop contingency plans.
• Coordinate with manufacturing to ensure products meet customer specs and delivery commitments.
• Prepare and present project updates, proposals, and progress reports.
• Read and interpret blueprints and contract drawings; apply fabrication knowledge.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Fabrication oversight

Communication skills

Project management experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Project Management

PMI certification

Tools

Microsoft 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.