Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

Now hiring Project Manager | Direct Hire
Location: Florence, KY
Salary: $90,000.00 - $ per year

At Staffmark, you're not just filling a Project Manager position - you're becoming a valued part of a team that wants you to succeed.

Searching for a Project Manager job where your effort actually matters? We're building a team of reliable pros who keep operations moving, and we recognize the value you bring every shift.

When responsibility calls, you're ready to lead.
These are the qualifications that matter:

• 5+ years of project management experience in heavy machinery, industrial equipment, manufacturing, construction, or related industries.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously from initiation through completion.
• Strong communication, organizational, and customer relationship management skills.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Ability to travel up to 40-50% as required for project and customer site activities.
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, budgeting, cost control, and risk management.
• Experience reviewing technical documentation, drawings, layouts, and project specifications.
• Knowledge of safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with project management and scheduling tools; experience with Microsoft Project preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in asphalt plants, aggregate processing, construction materials, or similar industries preferred.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD drawings, blueprints, and field measurements preferred.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems preferred.
• Knowledge of industrial electrical and control systems preferred.

Here's what you'll be doing:

• Manage the full lifecycle of asphalt plant and heavy machinery projects from kickoff through final completion.
• Develop, maintain, and track project schedules, budgets, milestones, and deliverables.
• Coordinate internal departments, subcontractors, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Monitor project progress, quality standards, costs, risks, and overall performance.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout project execution.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular status updates to customers and stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships while ensuring a positive project experience.
• Collect, manage, and track project requirements, approvals, and site-specific information.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure equipment designs meet customer specifications.
• Support project planning, equipment installation, startup, and commissioning activities.
• Review project drawings, layouts, blueprints, and technical documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Participate in technical reviews during proposal, quotation, and project planning phases.
• Track project costs, labor, materials, profitability, and financial performance.
• Manage project scope changes and coordinate contract modifications as needed.
• Support project closeout activities, including punch lists, final inspections, and customer acceptance.
• Ensure timely project invoicing, billing, and payment collection.
• Balance technical requirements, customer expectations, project schedules, and financial objectives to achieve successful project outcomes.

Why This Job?

Our client offers a range of competitive benefits to keep their teams happy, healthy, and invested. An outstanding benefits package will be disclosed during the screening process or upon hire. This is a direct-hire position!

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"I have worked through a lot of temp agencies, and Staffmark is by far the best one. I was contacted and placed quickly. They show true care and concern about their employees." - Kelly, Staffmark Associate

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With more than half a century of experience and a track record of putting hundreds of thousands of people to work every year, we've got your back. Whether you're looking to level up, switch gears, or just get to work fast, we make it happen.
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