Senior PM, Equipment Installations (Travel 70%+)

Walbridge; Missouri; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Walbridge is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead large-scale equipment installations for commercial manufacturing clients across automotive, primary metals, and industrial facilities. You will oversee self-perform projects from start to finish, with travel to client sites across the United States.

The ideal candidate has extensive project management and team leadership experience, strong budgeting skills, and a track record of delivering projects on time and safely.

Qualifications

• 7+ years manufacturing process equipment installation experience required.
• 3+ years of management experience specific to equipment installation.
• Experience managing self-perform industrial projects ranging from at least $1MM.
• Experience leading project teams from contract award to project close-out.
• A valid driver’s license in the US and a valid passport required; willingness and ability to travel; travel is estimated at 70+%.
• Excellent communication and coordination with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Estimate and manage scope changes, scheduling, procurement, construction oversight, safety, and progress monitoring.
• Track progress using metrics and adjust plans to meet evolving requirements.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and regulatory compliance.
• Identify opportunities to optimize processes and implement new technologies.
• Oversee construction to ensure design, budget, and schedule alignment.
• Lead crews and subcontractors, planning, scheduling, logistics, and engineering support.
• Manage contract requirements, oversee changes, and approve project documentation.
• Serve as primary contact for clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure smooth execution.
• Maintain accurate project records and ensure policy compliance.
• Assist with union negotiations on applicable projects.
• Support safety program implementation and enforce safety protocols.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Budgeting

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

Job description

Walbridge is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead large-scale equipment installations for commercial manufacturing clients across automotive, primary metals, and industrial facilities. You will oversee self-perform projects from start to finish, with travel to client sites across the United States.

The ideal candidate has extensive project management and team leadership experience, strong budgeting skills, and a track record of delivering projects on time and safely.