Kimmel & Associates

Project Manager-Industrial Construction

Kimmel & Associates  •  Milwaukee, WI (Onsite)  •  10 hours ago
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Job Description

About the Company

Our client is a growing industrial construction contractor specializing in the design, construction, and renovation of food and beverage manufacturing facilities across the United States. The company partners with leading food processors and consumer product manufacturers to deliver technically complex projects that improve production capacity, operational efficiency, and facility performance.

Known for its collaborative approach and commitment to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction, the organization offers an entrepreneurial environment where experienced construction professionals have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while helping drive continued growth.

About the Position

Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee industrial construction projects serving the food and beverage manufacturing industry. This role is responsible for leading projects from preconstruction through final closeout while ensuring successful execution of schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives.

The Project Manager will work closely with clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal project teams to coordinate every phase of project delivery. This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of challenging industrial projects while building strong client relationships and contributing to the continued growth of a highly respected contractor.

Travel to project sites will be required based on project location and client needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage industrial construction projects from planning through completion
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle
  • Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, and design professionals to ensure project objectives are achieved
  • Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and cost controls
  • Lead subcontractor coordination, procurement activities, and construction planning
  • Monitor project progress and proactively resolve schedule, budget, and operational challenges
  • Ensure compliance with quality standards, contract requirements, and company safety expectations
  • Prepare project reports, change orders, financial updates, and client communications
  • Travel to project sites as necessary to support successful execution and maintain strong client relationships

Requirements

  • Experience managing commercial or industrial construction projects
  • Background in industrial construction is strongly preferred; experience with food and beverage manufacturing facilities is highly desirable
  • Demonstrated ability to manage projects from preconstruction through closeout
  • Strong understanding of construction scheduling, budgeting, contract administration, and project financial management
  • Experience coordinating multidisciplinary design and construction teams

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary in the $140,000-$150,000, based on experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Retirement savings program
  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities
  • Opportunity to work on technically challenging projects within the rapidly growing food and beverage manufacturing sector
  • Collaborative culture with a financially strong and expanding industrial contractor
Kimmel & Associates

About Kimmel & Associates

Kimmel & Associates is North America’s largest executive search firm specializing in these industries:

Construction

Renewable & Sustainable Infrastructure

Waste & Recycling

Supply Chain

We partner with companies to identify, attract, and secure high-impact leadership talent through a targeted recruiting process across specialized sectors.

Our consultants bring deep expertise within specific industry verticals and geographic regions, combining local market insight with the national reach of top-tier talent.

Through our proven Career-Directed Approach™, we uncover what motivates candidates and what drives client success. The result is long-term alignment, not just short-term placement.

For over 45 years, we have built our reputation on trust, consistency, and results. We call it the Kimmel Standard, a commitment to delivering exceptional service and lasting partnerships.

Executive search isn’t just our profession — it’s our responsibility.

Industries We Serve

Concrete

Curtain Wall, Glazing & Cladding

Disaster Restoration

Drywall

Electrical Contracting

General Construction

Heavy Civil

Heavy Equipment

Industrial

Mechanical Contracting

Mining

Owners / Developers

Renewable & Sustainable Infrastructure

Residential

Roofing

Steel

Supply Chain

Waste & Recycling

Positions We Fill

C-Suite & Executive Leadership

CEO, COO, CFO, CIO, President, Owner

Senior Leadership

EVP, SVP, Regional VP, VP, General Manager

Commercial Leadership

VP Sales, Business Development, Marketing, Client Development

Operations & Project Leadership

Operations Executive, VP Operations, Director of Operations, Project Executive, Operations Manager, Area Manager

Preconstruction & Estimating Leadership

VP Preconstruction, Director of Preconstruction, Chief Estimator, Estimating Manager

Engineering & Technical Leadership

Director of Engineering, Engineering Manager, Design Manager, Technical Services

Safety, Risk & Compliance

VP Safety, Director of Safety, EHS

Contact:

kimmel@kimmel.com

828.251.9900

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Asheville, NC
Year Founded
1981
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