Industrial Construction Project Manager
Grand Rapids, MI
- Total Industrial Solutions (TIS) is looking for an experiencedIndustrial Construction Project Managerto join our growing team in West Michigan.
TIS specializes in complex industrial fire protection projects throughout the United States. Our work includes refineries, fuel terminals, manufacturing facilities, loading racks, aircraft facilities, and other industrial and high-hazard environments.
Fire protection experience is preferred, but it is not required.
We are interested in experienced Project Managers from industrial construction, mechanical contracting, process piping, electrical, controls, fire protection, and similar construction backgrounds. If you understand how to manage industrial construction projects, people, customers, schedules, and budgets, we can teach you the specialized fire protection side of our business.
What You'll Do
As a Project Manager, you will have responsibility for your projects from planning through completion, working directly with customers, field personnel, subcontractors, vendors, and our internal team.
Responsibilities include:
Manage industrial construction projects from award through completion
Coordinate field labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors and project schedules
Maintain strong communication with customers and project stakeholders
Review project scope, drawings, specifications and contract requirements
Track project costs, labor, schedules and overall financial performance
Identify scope changes and manage change orders
Coordinate with engineering and design teams
Assist with procurement and vendor coordination
Support field supervisors and crews throughout project execution
Participate in project meetings and customer coordination
Help identify and resolve project issues before they impact schedule or budget
Maintain project documentation and closeout requirements
Travel to customer sites as needed
The Background We're Looking For
We are less concerned about finding someone who checks every box and more interested in finding a strong construction professional who knows how to take ownership of a project.
Ideal candidates will have experience in one or more of the following:
Industrial construction
Mechanical contracting
Process piping
Fire protection
Electrical or controls
Oil & gas or petrochemical facilities
Manufacturing or heavy industrial construction
Other technically complex construction environments
Previous Project Manager experience is preferred, but we will also considerexperienced Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents or field leaders who are ready to move into a Project Manager role.
What We Value
We're looking for someone who:
Takes ownership and follows through
Communicates well with customers and field personnel
Understands construction schedules and job costs
Can manage multiple priorities without losing sight of the details
Is comfortable making decisions and solving problems
Understands the importance of safety and quality
Works well independently while still being part of a team
Wants an opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding organization
Experience with specialized industrial fire protection systems-including firewater, foam, deluge, dry chemical, special hazards, fire alarm/detection or suppression systems-is a plus, butwe will train the right candidate.
Why TIS?
This isn't a typical construction PM position.
Our team works on challenging industrial projects throughout the country for major companies in the energy, manufacturing and industrial markets. Our Project Managers have the opportunity to work directly with customers and have meaningful involvement in how their projects are executed.
TIS continues to grow, creating opportunities for people who want more responsibility, autonomy and long-term career growth.
We offer a competitive compensation package including:
Competitive base salary based on experience
Performance-based bonus opportunity
Vehicle allowance/company vehicle program
Company-provided phone and computer
Travel expenses and per diem as applicable
Long-term advancement opportunities
Location:Grand Rapids / West Michigan
Travel:Some travel required based on project needs
Employment:Full-time
If you're an experienced construction professional who knows how to manage projects and people-and you're interested in learning a specialized, growing segment of the industrial construction industry-we'd like to talk with you.
Benefits:
Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
401(k) with matching (fully vested after 2 years)
Health savings account & Flexible Spending Account options
Professional Development & Training Opportunities
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Employee Referral Program
Company Events & Social Activities
Cell Phone & Travel Reimbursement
Yearly Apparel Allowance
