Project Manager

Are you ready to take the lead in delivering top-notch machining and fabrication services to companies nationwide? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities for growth? If so, we want YOU to be our client’s next Project Manager!

Our client has been serving the needs of companies nationwide with quality machining and fabrication services. Their focus and commitment to delivering complex, high-end engineered metal products across various industries has been the cornerstone of their continued success. Through its responsiveness, quality, performance, and value-added services, it can enjoy mutually successful relationships with its customers.

They constantly seek talented team members eager to join their ever-growing, employee-powered company. If you enjoy collaborating with great people, developing your technical and leadership skills, opportunities for growth, and exposure to cutting-edge industries, they offer excellent career opportunities. 

As an experienced Project Manager, you will manage all aspects of small and medium-sized complex technical projects comprised of design/build and build-to-print projects for a range of clients (e.g., DOE, DOD, NNSA, National Laboratory, Pharmaceutical companies, etc.) per the contracted scope of work consisting of codes, specifications, and drawings. You will also develop, plan, direct, and coordinate project activities to ensure that the goals and objectives of the projects are accomplished, delivering them on time, to the required quality standards, and at or below budget.

To be successful, you should bring with you:

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or related discipline 
• 5 years of experience leading projects or programs
• Experience managing complex projects with budgets greater than US $5M
• Prefer experience with Government programs/projects and/or experience with nuclear or NQA-1-related programs/projects. 
• Exceptional organizational skills and time management, adept at handling multiple projects and assignments simultaneously.
• Proficient in team management through influence, fostering collaboration, and achieving results without relying solely on authority.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, keen attention to detail, and a proactive approach to overcoming challenges.
• Self-motivated and action-oriented, able to drive solutions and improve project performance independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, effectively presenting project information to internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Experience working in a custom equipment fabrication or project-based business with percent complete and earned value accounting preferred
• Experience with government contracts preferred. Experience with CAS Compliance, FAR, DFAR, and GSA preferred
• Familiarity working within an ERP or MRP system is preferred
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred

Your responsibilities as the Project Manager will include:

• Establishing detailed project plans for each phase of the project and identifying critical resources required to support and execute the project 
• Report on key metrics, including budget, schedule, and quality, and utilize project control tools to evaluate project performance against these critical metrics at various project phases (i.e., during design, manufacturing, close-out, etc.)
• Communicating project plans to customers, project team members, and department leads to ensure a clear understanding of project scope and project metrics 
• Working with department leads to develop project staffing plans and ensure key personnel and resources are identified early in the project planning process and are available for project execution 
• Performing risk analysis and developing risk mitigation plans for complex projects, including developing contingency plans and providing transparency for the project 
• Managing customer expectations and effectively communicating project status, dependencies, issues, and risks to customers 
• Beginning to develop robust and long-term customer and industry relationships
• Actively driving and managing projects and project teams to ensure we are delivering expected outcomes and meeting or exceeding key project metrics 
• Leading and direct cross-functional teams to include engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, quality, and outside contractors

Best-in-Class Benefits and Perks:

Our client values their employees’ time and efforts. Their competitive compensation of $105K-130K annually, depending on experience and extensive benefits package, enhances their commitment to your success. Our client’s benefits package includes: 

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance provided
• Robust retirement planning: 401(k) plan available with employer matching
• Financial security: Life and disability insurance for added protection
• Flexible financial options: Health savings and flexible spending accounts offered
• Well-being and work-life balance: Paid time off, flexible schedule, and remote work choices provided

Plus, they work to maintain the best possible environment for their employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. They strive to provide a collaborative environment where everyone feels encouraged to contribute to their processes, decisions, planning, and culture.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. Our client does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.