Project Manager- Industrial Projects

Project Manager

A nationally recognized, vertically integrated design-build and development firm is seeking a Project Manager to join its growing Indianapolis team. With a strong presence across industrial, distribution, and large-scale commercial projects, the company is known for its collaborative culture, long-tenured leadership, and commitment to hiring for long-term careers rather than short-term project needs. Employees benefit from hands-on project ownership, mentorship, professional development programs, and the opportunity to work within a stable organization experiencing continued growth across the Midwest. Strong, knowledgeable team in Indy where you can get to work on exciting projects with exciting clients.

Job Description

• Manage industrial and cold storage projects from preconstruction through closeout, with full ownership of scope, schedule, budget, and client relationships.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and development teams throughout design and planning phases.
• Support estimating efforts and provide constructability input during early project development.
• Coordinate permitting activities and work with municipalities to maintain project schedules.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, procurement activities, and project documentation.
• Develop and maintain project schedules while partnering closely with superintendents and field teams.
• Lead owner, architect, subcontractor, and internal project meetings, serving as a primary client contact.
• Monitor project financials, billing, forecasting, and overall performance to ensure successful project delivery.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• 3+ years of commercial construction experience, preferably managing industrial, distribution, or large-scale design-build projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Proven ability to take ownership of projects and successfully manage them from preconstruction through closeout.
• Strong collaboration skills with experience working directly with architects, engineers, owners, and field teams.
• Confident, proactive, and detail-oriented problem solver who can navigate challenges and keep projects moving forward.
• Curious and growth-minded professional who enjoys learning, asking questions, and continuously developing their construction expertise.
• Team-oriented leader with excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships across multiple stakeholders.
• Adaptable and humble enough to embrace new processes while bringing fresh ideas and initiative to the team.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a stable, well-established design-build organization with a strong backlog and long-term growth strategy.
• Competitive compensation package including:
• • Base salary: $120,000-$125,000
  • 20% annual bonus target
  • $700/month vehicle allowance
  • $85/month phone stipend
  • Total compensation potential well into the $140K+ range, plus additional bonus upside.
• Long-term career growth focused on increased responsibility, ownership, and professional development.

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