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Project Manager
Build Your Future with Moran Iron Works
At Moran Iron Works, we don’t just build structures, we build legacies. For generations, Moran Iron Works has stood for craftsmanship, innovation, and unwavering commitment to excellence. Every day, our team lives out our core values by making it matter, owning their work, being reliable, having ambition for growth and continuing the northern legacy.
We’re looking for a Project Manager who’s ready to be part of something bigger—someone who takes pride in their work, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants to help continue moving our legacy forward by supporting our team in the world class projects we build.
We’re looking for a Project Manager who’s ready to be part of something bigger—someone who takes pride in their work, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants to help continue moving our legacy forward by supporting our team in the world class projects we build.
The Role
We’re hiring a Project Manager who doesn’t just track projects—but drives them.
You will be fully accountable for project success—from estimating handoff to final delivery. That means schedule, budget, execution, communication, and results.
No handholding. No passing the buck.
You will be fully accountable for project success—from estimating handoff to final delivery. That means schedule, budget, execution, communication, and results.
No handholding. No passing the buck.
What You’ll Own
- Manage all phases of projects from estimating handoff to completion
- Develop and maintain schedules, budgets, and execution plans
- Coordinate all project activities, meetings, and deliverables
- Communicate with customers, internal teams, and stakeholders
- Maintain project documentation, logs, and reports
- Review financials, WIP, and project performance
- Coordinate invoicing and logistics including barge scheduling when required
- Other duties assigned by leadership
What It Takes
- Experience in industrial fabrication, construction, or heavy manufacturing
- Ability to manage complex, moving projects
- Strong leadership and decision-making ability
- High attention to detail with a bias for action
- Problem-solving mindset and accountability
- Work on large, complex, high-impact projects
- Real responsibility and ownership
What You'll Oversee
- Direct and coordinate with project manager assistants
- Assist in interviewing, hiring, and training new employees
- Assign work and guide as required
- Resolve issues and support team development
- Other Duties as assigned by leadership
What you'll Bring
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational, planning, and tracking skills required.
Must exhibit critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to multitask by handling projects simultaneously. - High School Diploma/G.E.D
- Associate degree, bachelor’s preferred
- 3 - 5 Experience
- Master in Microsoft Office Suite, with strong work ethic in Excel
- Mechanical, structural steel, drafting, detailing, design experience a plus
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Contract review and technical documents/specificationsUnderstanding of welding and fabrication a plus
- Microsoft Office Skills
- Knowledge of the following software a plus: Job Boss or other ERP System,
Adobe PDF
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Preferred: AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Omi Win, SMM-Structural Manager
Why Moran Iron Works?
TAKING CARE OF OUR MOST IMPORTANT ASSET — YOU!
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance
- Delta Dental
- VSP Vision Coverage
- Long- and Short-Term Disability
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 4%
- Quarterly Profit Sharing
- Employee Referral Program
- Weekly Pay
- Overtime Paid on a Daily Basis after 8 hours worked
- Paid Holidays Off
- Paid Time Off
- Continuing Education Programs & Support
Be Part of the Legacy
At MIW, you’re not just filling a role, you’re contributing to a tradition of excellence that spans generations. If you’re ready to grow your career, make an impact, and embody our core values that matter every day, we want to hear from you.
Apply today at moraniron.com and help us continue to build the future, together.
Apply today at moraniron.com and help us continue to build the future, together.