Project Manager

Project ManagerThis company is a full-service refractory contractor specializing in the design, installation, maintenance, and repair of refractory systems for high-temperature industrial processes, serving the steel, foundry, heat treating, petrochemical, power generation, cement, lime, aluminum, glass, and manufacturing industries. The Project Manager serves as the central link between the client, field operations, vendors, procurement, and company leadership, directly influencing project success, profitability, safety, and customer satisfaction. This exempt role operates under limited supervision, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget are executed within contract terms.Oversee and coordinate projects of varying complexityPrepare and manage project installation plans and job proceduresCommunicate project requirements between customers, the project team, and internal stakeholdersMaintain accurate job status, change, and material flow records; report progress regularlyIdentify, minimize, and communicate risks; control cost and schedule deviationsOversee procurement of materials, supplies, and servicesEstablish project milestones, analyze costs, and identify causes of delays or low productivityManage full project execution, including scope, contract terms, cost control, and service qualityOversee change proposals using Excel and other systemsDocument and maintain project schedule processesKnowledge of Construction Management or Construction Project CoordinationAssociate's or bachelor's degree in construction management, project management, or related fieldProject Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred5-10 years of related project management experience in industrial or commercial constructionRefractory background preferredStrong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skillsAbility to multitask and adapt to changing customer needs and deadlinesStrong Microsoft Suite skills and experience with construction/project management applications (e.g., ProCore)Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skillsOffice environment with travel to job sites as needed (typically Midwest locations).