Turnkey Project Manager - Manufacturing & Construction

Food Management Search, Inc.; 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

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.