Senior Project Manager - Industrial Equipment Installations

Walbridge; New Jersey; On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Walbridge is seeking a Project Manager to lead large-scale equipment installations for commercial manufacturing clients across automotive manufacturing, primary metals, and industrial process facilities. You will manage self-perform projects from $1MM to $50MM, directing strategy, plans, and multi-disciplinary teams, with heavy travel.

You will assemble delivery teams, oversee scope, schedule, budget, and regulatory compliance, and partner with clients and subcontractors to execute projects on

Qualifications

• 7+ years manufacturing process equipment installation experience.
• 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.
• Valid driver’s license in the US and a valid passport; willingness to travel, travel 70+%.

Responsibilities

• Project Scope Management: Estimate and manage scope changes, scheduling, procurement, construction oversight, safety, and progress monitoring.
• Performance Monitoring: Track progress using metrics and adjust plans as needed to meet evolving requirements.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and regulatory compliance.
• Innovation and Improvement: Identify opportunities to optimize processes and improve outcomes through new technologies.
• Project Oversight: Oversee construction to ensure design, budget, and schedule compliance, aligning activities with project goals.
• Team Leadership: Lead crews and subcontractors, providing support for planning, scheduling, logistics, and engineering.
• Contract & Change Management: Manage contract requirements, oversee changes, and approve project documentation.
• Collaboration & Communication: Serve as primary contact for clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure smooth execution.
• Compliance & Documentation: Ensure compliance with policies and maintain accurate project records.
• Union Relations (If Applicable): Assist with jurisdictional disputes and negotiations on union projects.
• Safety & Risk Management: Support safety program implementation and ensure adherence to safety protocols.

Skills

Project leadership

Equipment installation

Self-perform projects

Team leadership

Travel readiness

Job description

Walbridge is seeking a Project Manager to lead large-scale equipment installations for commercial manufacturing clients across automotive manufacturing, primary metals, and industrial process facilities. You will manage self-perform projects from $1MM to $50MM, directing strategy, plans, and multi-disciplinary teams, with heavy travel.

You will assemble delivery teams, oversee scope, schedule, budget, and regulatory compliance, and partner with clients and subcontractors to execute projects on