Senior Welding & Fabrication Project Leader

Farmer Holding Company; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Job summary

Capital Equipment Company in Jefferson City, MO is seeking an experienced Welder and Fabrication Project Manager to oversee welding and fabrication projects from planning through completion. You will coordinate field operations, manage schedules and budgets, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

You will work closely with shop personnel, customers, and vendors to ensure successful project execution and maintain accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Welding Technology, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in welding, fabrication, construction, or industrial project management.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes, fabrication techniques, and shop operations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings and specifications.
• Experience with project scheduling, budgeting, and cost tracking.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to job sites.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Subject to background check, drug screening, and medical review exam.

Responsibilities

• Manage welding and fabrication projects from estimating and planning through production and completion.
• Develop project schedules and monitor progress to ensure deadlines are met.
• Coordinate workload and resources between fabrication shop personnel and field operations.
• Review blueprints, drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Prepare material takeoffs and coordinate procurement of materials and equipment.
• Monitor project costs and labor hours to maintain budget expectations.
• Communicate project status, timelines, and issues with customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and quality standards.
• Conduct regular project meetings with shop and field personnel.
• Identify and resolve production, scheduling, and quality concerns.
• Assist with estimating, bidding, and planning future projects as needed.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, reports, and records.
• Support training and development of fabrication personnel.
• Perform quality inspections to ensure completed work meets specifications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Welding processes

Fabrication techniques

Leadership

Communication

Blueprint reading

Education

Associate's degree in Construction Management

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Welding Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Capital Equipment Company in Jefferson City, MO is seeking an experienced Welder and Fabrication Project Manager to oversee welding and fabrication projects from planning through completion. You will coordinate field operations, manage schedules and budgets, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

You will work closely with shop personnel, customers, and vendors to ensure successful project execution and maintain accurate documentation.