Industrial Project Manager

The Jamar Company is a solution-focused specialty services provider with a strong regional presence and national reach. Jamar delivers dependable, industry-leading results fueled by innovation, safety, and field leadership. Our diverse, collaborative, and people-centered culture encourages new ideas, values relationships, and strives to make a positive impact in the communities we serve. We are driven by growth, excellence, and the belief that diverse perspectives lead to the best solutions.

At Jamar , every project is a living system—full of moving parts, changing priorities, and people working toward a shared outcome. As an Industrial Project Manager , you become the stabilizing force that keeps that system humming. You map the plan, anticipate the pressure points, navigate field realities, and turn intricate industrial work into coordinated execution. You’ll bridge conversations between owners, engineers, contractors, and crews while ensuring safety, budget, and quality stay locked in. If you love the challenge of aligning complexity into clarity, this role is engineered for you.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

To successfully perform this role, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements outlined below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for the position. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Establish project goals and timelines for each awarded project, clearly defining objectives, risks, assumptions, staffing levels, roles and responsibilities, work breakdown structures, milestones, and deliverables.
• Manage all project start‑up requirements.
• Oversee administrative project tasks, including securing building permits, ensuring code compliance, and fulfilling other required approvals.
• Provide oversight, direction, and support to project crews.
• Prepare budgets, estimates, construction schedules, progress updates, and monthly reports.
• Attend project coordination meetings and owner/contractor/architect/engineer meetings as required.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses, risk assessments, and ROI evaluations to determine project feasibility.
• Lead and manage site meetings, RFIs, invoices, change orders, and the document control process.
• Monitor and track all project costs to ensure completion within budget.
• Oversee the preparation and finalization of contractor and trade contracts, ensuring timely resolution of all issues.
• Manage a wide range of stakeholders, including site superintendents, subcontractors, designers, estimators, and general contractors.
• Identify and resolve conflicts within project teams and develop contingency plans to mitigate risks.
• Ensure adherence to all company, client, and project policies, procedures, and standards, including the enforcement of safe practices during site visits.
• Maintain strong relationships with customers and regulatory partners.
• Actively participate in programs, policies, and initiatives that support the overall success of the company and its parent corporation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline PLUS two years or more of experience in construction; OR six years progressively responsible industry experience, is required.
• General commercial or industrial mechanical construction experience—or industrial insulation experience—is preferred.
• Working knowledge of industrial construction equipment, techniques, drawings, specifications, building materials, and all applicable standards for the discipline.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, estimating software/systems, file‑sharing platforms, and strong typing skills.
• Ability to follow and initiate necessary actions related to project support, safety, and compliance.

Other Details

• This role is based on-site at our Duluth, MN office.
• Must be willing and able to travel 50-75% of the time to be on project/customer work sites.
• May include longer days and weekend work as needed for project support.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
• All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

What Sets Us Apart

Safety – You are part of a team that practices safety first in all we do.

Innovative Culture – Where all ideas are valued and new concepts are encouraged, ensuring continuous growth and out-of-the-box thinking.

Onboarding – Coordinated support to ensure integration into the company, complete understanding of role and team members.

Collaborative Environment – Join a collaborative workspace where support and open communication are the foundation, leading to stronger relationships and teams.

Continuous Learning – Access to resources and opportunities for day-to-day learning, and professional development.

Community Engagement – We encourage and support community involvement and volunteer work, providing opportunities to give back and make a positive impact in their communities.

Impact – Be a part of a company that makes a difference, both the in market and in the community.

Benefits & Compensation

• The expected annual compensation range for this position is $67,700-$101,500 . Compensation offered to the selected candidate will vary depending on relevant knowledge, skills, training, experience, and market conditions.
• This position is eligible for profit sharing and discretionary bonus based on company performance in addition to other benefits that support the total well-being of you and your family. Some benefits include:
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, & Vision Options
  • Employer-Paid Coverage: Group Term Life, Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • 401K with Employer Match
  • Discounted Company Stock (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
  • Profit Sharing
  • Generous Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Robust Training/Development & Professional Growth Opportunities
  • Exclusive Discounts: Access to Perks Marketplace Discount Program
  • Company Engagement, and More

Disclaimer

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this classification. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their typical responsibilities on occasion as needed.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

The Jamar Company does not set fixed deadlines for applications to open positions.

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