Non-IT Project/Program Manager II

Location: Detroit, MI
Duration: 24-Month Contract
Pay Rate: $54.00 - $58.00/hour

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager - Plant Construction & Infrastructure to lead capital projects within a large-scale manufacturing facility. This role will provide strategic and technical leadership for plant construction, infrastructure upgrades, and equipment installation projects ranging from $1M to $20M. The ideal candidate will manage project scope, budgets, schedules, contractors, and technical deliverables while supporting manufacturing operations in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage construction and infrastructure projects with budgets up to $20M.
• Lead project execution from planning through completion, ensuring adherence to technical requirements, schedules, and budgets.
• Conduct regular project meetings to review progress, milestones, and deliverables.
• Provide weekly project status updates to management.
• Evaluate project alternatives and make recommendations based on cost, schedule, and operational impact.
• Oversee building preparation activities and installation of new manufacturing equipment.
• Direct contractors and coordinate project activities to achieve quality and safety objectives.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing engineering and operations teams.
• Utilize innovative problem-solving techniques to resolve project challenges.
• Maintain accurate and current project documentation.
• Collaborate with UAW skilled trades and contractors on in-house construction and infrastructure projects.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in cross-functional teams and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify and implement productivity and efficiency improvements.
• Evaluate and support implementation of new technologies.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• Experience managing industrial construction, facility, infrastructure, or capital equipment projects.
• Proven ability to manage project budgets, schedules, and contractor performance.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within automotive, heavy manufacturing, or industrial facilities.
• Background working with unionized environments and skilled trades.
• Knowledge of manufacturing plant infrastructure and equipment installation projects.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and capital project execution.

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