Job Description

Project Manager – Hydro-Mechanical / Steel Fabrication

Location: Buffalo, NY

Compensation: $65k - $100k + benefits

Experience: 5+ years project management, detailing, or drafting in steel fabrication; mechanical focus

About the Role

A growing U.S.-based engineering and fabrication company is hiring a Project Manager to lead hydro-mechanical projects, including water control gates, hoists, trash rack cleaners, and related steel fabrications. This role offers full ownership of projects from drawings and submittals through fabrication and delivery, with the opportunity to grow into a Senior PM or General Manager position.

Responsibilities

• Manage hydro-mechanical projects end-to-end, ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications, QA documents, schedules, and budgets
• Review engineering drawings for accuracy, tolerances, dimensions, and buildability
• Examine designs for fabrication feasibility, material selection, and tooling requirements
• Compile, review, and submit customer submittal packages; manage RFIs
• Maintain project schedules and prioritize purchasing based on lead times
• Liaise between shop floor, engineering, quality, and customers
• Assist with pricing, bidding support, and change pricing based on market trends
• Address customer issues, complaints, and project challenges

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience in steel fabrication-related project management, detailing, or drafting
• Strong drawing comprehension and ability to identify errors and inconsistencies
• Knowledge of fabrication and manufacturing practices (cutting, forming, machining)
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently
• Experience managing projects from $500K – $25M
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in 2D AutoCAD preferred
• Associate’s degree in Drafting or equivalent preferred

Perks & Benefits

Competitive salary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Retirement plan + PTO

Opportunity to grow into Senior Project Manager or General Manager

To Apply: Send your resume to acoombes@novaxrecruitment.com

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