Experienced Industrial Project Manager - National Operations

The Jamar Company is a solution-focused specialty services provider with a strong regional presence and national reach. We deliver dependable, industry-leading results through innovation, safety, and field leadership. Our diverse and passionate team thrives on collaboration, values relationships, and is committed to making a positive impact. We are driven by growth, excellence, and the belief that the best ideas come from diverse perspectives.

A great Project Manager doesn't just manage the work-they steady the room, solve the problem, and keep the project alive from kickoff to closeout. At Jamar, this role leads medium to large scale industrial projects through every phase, balancing field execution, client expectations, budgets, schedules, safety, and the hundred moving pieces in between. This is for someone who thrives in the middle of complexity and knows how to turn pressure into progress.

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.

• Lead end-to-end delivery of industrial and capital projects from initiation through commissioning and closeout, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives.
• Develop project charters, objectives, and master schedules for awarded work, including scope definition, assumptions, constraints, risk registers, key milestones, deliverables, and staffing/resource plans.
• Create and maintain project execution plans, procurement and contracting strategies, and project governance frameworks to support successful delivery.
• Direct project startup activities, including site readiness assessments, constructability reviews, permitting and licensing requirements, and coordination with operations and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and production disruption.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, estimates, cash flow forecasts, and cost reports; implement effective cost control measures, including forecasting and earned value or quantity tracking as applicable, and resolve budget variances.
• Develop and manage integrated project schedules using tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project; monitor progress and provide accurate weekly and monthly status reports, short-term look-aheads, and recovery plans as needed.
• Lead feasibility studies and project evaluations, including cost-benefit analysis and risk assessments; provide recommendations and make project decisions within delegated authority on behalf of the company.
• Oversee industrial field execution by leading site coordination meetings, managing RFI and submittal processes, reviewing invoices and pay applications, administering change orders, and maintaining accurate project documentation.
• Manage contractor and vendor procurement activities, including bid solicitation, evaluation, contract negotiation, and agreement administration; ensure timely resolution of issues and compliance with contractual terms.
• Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders, including operations, maintenance, quality, engineering, design teams, estimators, site superintendents, subcontractors, OEMs/vendors, and general contractors.
• Identify, negotiate, and resolve technical, operational, and interpersonal issues; develop contingency plans and mitigation strategies to address schedule, cost, supply chain, and site-related risks.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, client standards, industrial safety requirements, and applicable regulatory obligations; promote and support safe work practices during site activities.
• Serve as a trusted internal resource and mentor to team members, providing guidance and support to strengthen project execution capabilities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, inspectors, and regulatory agencies; support audits and inspections and ensure timely resolution of findings.
• Promote quality execution through QA/QC requirements, inspection and test plans, punch-list management, and commissioning/turnover readiness, as applicable, to achieve successful startup and client acceptance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including lessons learned, standard work development, and process enhancements that improve project delivery performance across the organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field of study PLUS five years or more of experience in an industrial or mechanical setting; OR 10 years or more of progressively responsible experience in an industrial or mechanical setting including experience as a project manager, is required.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, equipment, drawings, specifications, building materials, and applicable industry standards relevant to the discipline, including system prefabrication and installation practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and industry-related software, including AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam or Adobe Acrobat Pro, estimating software, Procore, Primavera, other project management platforms, and file-sharing systems.
• Must be willing and able to pass additional background checks as required to meet project site requirements.

Other Details:

• This role will report in-person to our Duluth, MN office and requires travel to national project sites and client locations up to 75% of the time.
• Work may include longer days on job sites or in the main office and may include weekend work as needed for project support.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license and remain in good standing in accordance with company driving policy.
• 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.

Compensation & Benefits:

• The expected annual compensation range for this position is $88,300-$132,300. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will vary depending on relevant knowledge, skills, training, experience, and market conditions.
• This position is eligible for discretionary bonus and profit sharing 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.

The Jamar Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are a person with a disability and need assistance with the application process, or if you're experiencing difficulty using our website to apply for a position, please reach out to our Human Resources department at careers@jamarcompany.us

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