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Project Manager - Estimator Equipment Installation

Walbridge Aldinger

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Detroit, MI
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Requirements

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Valid US Driver's License

Job overview

The Project Manager will lead large-scale equipment installations for commercial manufacturing, primary metals, industrial process, power generation, and utility projects. The role manages self-perform industrial projects ranging from $1 million to $50 million, including project strategies, plans, budgets, and delivery teams. The position can be based anywhere in the US, with long-term travel to client projects estimated at 70% or more.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Project Scope ManagementSchedulingProcurementConstruction OversightSafety ManagementProgress MonitoringPerformance MetricsQuality AssuranceRegulatory ComplianceProcess OptimizationProject OversightTeam LeadershipLogisticsEngineeringContract ManagementChange ManagementClient CommunicationProject Risk ManagementConstruction MethodsConstruction EquipmentUnion NegotiationsAdaptabilityCommunicationOrganizationSupervisionProject Planning

Qualifications

7+ Years Equipment Installation Experience3+ Years Installation Management ExperienceSelf-Perform Industrial Project ExperienceProject Team Leadership ExperienceValid US Driver's LicenseValid PassportWillingness to Travel

Full job description

Project Manager - Estimator Equipment Installation Category Project Management / Director Work Location US- ID 2026-2481 Overview The Opportunity We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager who will lead large-scale equipment installations for our commercial manufacturing clients across automotive manufacturing facilities, primary metals and industrial process facilities, power generation and utility projects. This includes overall management direction for self-perform industrial projects ranging from $1 - $50 MM. The role requires developing and implementing project strategies, plans, and large-scale budgets. The Project Manager is responsible for assembling project delivery teams with the requisite qualifications and experience and working with cross-functional teams to ensure successful initiation, planning, execution, and closure of projects. Location You can be located anywhere in the US, if you are highly willing to travel to our client projects on a long-term basis. Responsibilities Your key responsibilities Project Scope Management: Estimate and manage scope changes, scheduling, procurement, construction oversight, safety, and progress monitoring. - Performance Monitoring: Track progress using metrics and adjust plans as needed to meet evolving requirements. - Quality Assurance: Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and regulatory compliance. - Innovation and Improvement: Identify opportunities to optimize processes and improve outcomes through new technologies. - Project Oversight: Oversee construction to ensure design, budget, and schedule compliance, aligning activities with project goals. - Team Leadership: Lead crews and subcontractors, providing support for planning, scheduling, logistics, and engineering. - Contract & Change Management: Manage contract requirements, oversee changes, and approve project documentation. - Collaboration & Communication: Serve as primary contact for clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure smooth execution. - Compliance & Documentation: Ensure compliance with policies and maintain accurate project records. - Union Relations (If Applicable): Assist with jurisdictional disputes and negotiations on union projects. - Safety & Risk Management: Support safety program implementation and ensure adherence to safety protocols**.** Qualifications To qualify for the role, you must have - 7+ years manufacturing process equipment installation experience required. - 3+ years of management experience specific to equipment installation. - Experience managing self-perform industrial projects ranging from at least $1MM. - Experience leading project teams from contract award to project close-out. - A valid driver's license in the US and a valid passport required; willingness and ability to travel; travel is estimated at 70+%. Ideally, you'll also have - Excellent communication, organizational supervisory and planning projects with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Skills and attributes for success - Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods); company policies, procedures and standards; and union jurisdiction, labor agreements, and negotiations. - Experience in identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks. - Ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and adapt to changing project requirements. Excited to make an impact? A

How this job compares

Set against the 15,594 open Project Management jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 28, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • Michigan median$102–184K/yr170 salary ranges
  • US median$28–36/hr800 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 296 open Project Management jobs in Michigan and 15,594 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 7 years of experience; Project Management postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (12,514 postings).
Education
6,565 of the 15,594 open Project Management jobs (42%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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