[Hiring] Project Manager @Walbridge

Role Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager who will lead large-scale equipment installations for our commercial manufacturing clients across automotive manufacturing facilities, primary metals and industrial process facilities, power generation and utility projects. This includes overall management direction for self-perform industrial projects ranging from $1 - $50 MM. The role requires developing and implementing project strategies, plans, and large-scale budgets. The Project Manager is responsible for assembling project delivery teams with the requisite qualifications and experience and working with cross-functional teams to ensure successful initiation, planning, execution, and closure of projects.

You can be located anywhere in the US, if you are highly willing to travel to our client projects on a long-term basis.

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.

Qualifications

• 7+ years manufacturing process equipment installation experience required.
• 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.
• A valid driver’s license in the US and a valid passport required; willingness and ability to travel; travel is estimated at 70+%.

Requirements

• Excellent communication, organizational supervisory and planning projects with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods); company policies, procedures and standards; and union jurisdiction, labor agreements, and negotiations.
• Experience in identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and adapt to changing project requirements.

Benefits

• EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V
• Walbridge is an equal opportunity employer with a culture that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workforce.
• We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, status as an individual with a disability, military, or protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
• We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning career development, recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment.