Project Manager

Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Engineering Contract Manager to support our heat treat and thermal processing projects from proposal through execution. This role serves as a key liaison between engineering, sales, legal, procurement, and project management, ensuring contracts align with technical scope, commercial terms, and customer requirements. The ideal candidate brings a strong engineering background combined with contract management experience in a capital equipment or industrial manufacturing environment. Responsibilities and Duties (The following is a list of the main duties and responsibilities. It is not meant to serve as an all-inclusive list. This position is required to perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.) - Schedule kick-off meetings internally and externally with customers - Confirm Credit Release prior to project initiation - Coordinate shipping schedules, manage payments, and collect receivables - Review Bill of Materials (BOM) and collaborate with Engineering on status and completion - Develop and maintain detailed production schedules - Perform cost control functions including tracking and reporting - Define installation scopes and act as liaison between Engineers and Vendors - Provide field support and troubleshooting assistance - Assist commissioning teams with preparation for start-ups - Serve as primary customer liaison throughout the contract lifecycle - Manage drawing and document transmittals - Resolve warranty-related issues - Maintain and organize contract folder documentation Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Metallurgical, or related field required) 5+ years of experience in contract management, project engineering, or commercial roles within an industrial, manufacturing, or capital equipment environment Experience in the heat treat, thermal processing, furnace, or metallurgical industry strongly preferred []{style="fo "}