Project Manager

Position Summary The Project Manager’s primary focus is taking care of our customers. You will support the planning, coordination, and execution of manufacturing-related projects for our Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical, and industrial clients. The PM is responsible for all aspects of their portfolio including procurement of materials, overseeing the budget, monitoring the manufacturing progress, delivery, final acceptance by the customer, and regular status updates to management. Responsibilities Serve as the customer’s primary point of contact, managing technical and commercial communications throughout the project lifecycle, including RFQs, drawings for approval, schedules, change orders, and order follow‑up. Plan, schedule, coordinate, and lead assigned engineering projects in accordance with contractual, technical, commercial, and administrative requirements; track on‑time shipment and support continuous improvement initiatives. Prepare cost and delivery estimates by reviewing specifications, assessing workload and economic conditions, soliciting third‑party vendor quotes, and determining optimal fabrication versus purchase and manufacturing methods. Develop material, production, and labor plans to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget; measure actual costs against estimates and support continuous improvement. Generate and manage required shop and project documentation, including drawings, bill of materials (BOM), work instructions, and Installation, Operation, and Maintenance (IOM) manuals. Review specifications and contracts to confirm project requirements are achievable; interpret customer comments, assess technical and commercial impact, prepare proposals, and process change orders as required. Ensure system designs and concepts are cost‑effective, compliant with company standards, meet customer requirements, perform as intended, and are fully documented in accordance with current procedures. Coordinate and maintain effective communication across internal departments, external representatives, and customers to ensure alignment on technical, commercial, scheduling, quality, and procedural matters. Apply applicable industry codes and standards (e.g., ASME, ANSI, 3A, CE/ATEX, CSA) as required. Manage quality assurance documentation packages, including weld maps, inspection logs, MTRs, certifications, and other required records; compile and deliver complete documentation to the customer upon project completion. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field. 3-5 years of experience in project coordination or project management within a manufacturing environment. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, P&ID, and other technical drawings. CAD knowledge preferred. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, or similar tools. Effective communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Physical Requirements Routine lifting of items, anywhere between 10 lbs. to 30 lbs. Ability to see/read prints. This job takes place primarily in a professional office environment. At times (less than 5% of the time) the incumbent will be in a manufacturing environment involving higher noise levels and fumes or odors. Occasionally driving (domestic/regional) in own vehicle or another passenger vehicle. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sonara Inc.