Zak Welding - Project Manager - Custom Steel Fabrication

Job Description

Job Description

Project Manager – Lead Custom Steel Fabrication Projects from Concept to Completion

Job Overview:

• Company: Zak Welding & Custom Work, LLC.

• Salary/Pay Rate: $90,000 - $110,000+ per year (based on experience).

• Location: Detroit, MI (Onsite).

• Job/Employment Type: Full Time.

• Travel: 10% (Local site visits).

• Project Scope: Structural & Misc. Steel (Commercial, Industrial, Government or Federal)

• Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: None Required.

The Opportunity : You will take full ownership of diverse commercial and industrial projects, acting as the critical link between our clients and the fabrication shop. This role offers the unique opportunity to manage high-stakes, custom builds where your leadership directly influences the craftsmanship and success of every delivery.

How You Will Make an Impact:

• Orchestrate the entire project lifecycle from initial kickoff through final delivery and client sign-off.

• Translate complex blueprints and technical specifications into actionable workflows for the fabrication team.

• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to ensure material deliveries align with aggressive project timelines.

• Monitor project budgets and labor costs to maintain profitability while identifying efficiency improvements.

• Resolve real-time logistical challenges and scope changes to keep production schedules on track.

• Conduct on-site inspections to verify that installations meet both safety standards and client expectations.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of project management experience within construction, welding, or metal fabrication.

• Proven ability to read and interpret structural steel blueprints and technical drawings.

• Strong proficiency in project tracking software, Excel, and digital scheduling tools.

• Demonstrated experience managing multiple high-priority projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.

• Deep technical understanding of diverse welding processes and metal shop capabilities.

• Experience coordinating directly with government or federal agencies on specialized builds.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Bi-weekly pay cycle with a competitive annual salary.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

• Paid Time Off including designated holidays, vacation days, and sick leave.

• Opportunities for specialized safety and manufacturer training (OSHA, Lifts, etc.).

• Direct access to company leadership in a tight-knit, collaborative work culture.

About Us: Zak Welding & Custom Work, LLC is a specialized fabrication shop that prioritizes craftsmanship and unique problem-solving over mass production. We pride ourselves on a family-like environment where every Project Manager has a visible impact on the company’s growth and reputation.

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Zak Welding & Custom Work, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.