Project Manager
Location: Gary, Indiana
Hire Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Salary Range: $100,000–$150,000 + Annual Bonus
Industry: Heavy Manufacturing
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, Holiday Pay, Life Insurance, and many more!
We are supporting a major heavy manufacturing organization seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead large-scale industrial and capital projects. This company has a long-established footprint in the manufacturing sector and continues to invest in modernization, advanced technologies, and workforce development. This role offers the opportunity to influence major operational initiatives and drive performance improvements across a complex production environment.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, coordinate, and execute industrial and capital projects within a heavy manufacturing environment
Build and manage detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
Oversee project scope, resources, budgets, and timelines to align with organizational goals
Lead cross-functional teams including Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, EHS, and external contractors
Conduct regular project status meetings and communicate progress to leadership and stakeholders
Identify project risks and develop strategies to mitigate them
Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and environmental requirements throughout the project lifecycle
Prepare and deliver project documentation, reporting, and closeout summaries
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field
5+ years of project management experience within heavy manufacturing or industrial environments
Proficiency with Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project is required
Strong background in capital project execution, scheduling, budgeting, and resource management
Experience working with cross-functional teams in union or non-union environments
