Job Description

Project Manager – Construction & Industrial Services

Location: Des Moines, IA
Full-Time | Reports to: Senior Management
Salary: $100,000 – $125,000 annually (based on experience)
Relocation Assistance Available

About Ziegler Industries:

Ziegler Industries is a nationally recognized specialty contractor providing industrial coatings, insulation, scaffolding, and maintenance services across the U.S. Our mission is simple: to deliver best-in-class service and unmatched quality in everything we do. If you’re driven, mechanically inclined, and thrive in a hands-on environment where safety and integrity are the top priorities, we want to meet you.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Project Manager with a strong background in the construction and industrial sectors . This role is responsible for overseeing projects from start to finish — including planning, staffing, execution, budget control, and final evaluation. The ideal candidate is proactive, solutions-oriented, and experienced in fast-paced job site environments.

What You’ll Do:

Plan the Project:

• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and timelines in collaboration with leadership.
• Develop detailed work plans and allocate resources (time, budget, labor, materials).
• Review project schedules and revise as needed.
• Set project objectives and success metrics.

Staff the Project:

• Assist with recruiting, interviewing, and selecting project personnel.
• Provide proper orientation and manage team performance.
• Contract third-party consultants when necessary.

Implement the Project:

• Manage day-to-day operations to ensure alignment with plans.
• Create documentation for project activities, records, and updates.
• Communicate regularly with internal teams on progress, challenges, and solutions.
• Ensure quality standards are met throughout each phase.

Control the Project:

• Oversee project budgets and control expenses.
• Track cash flow and report variances to management.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial processes and funding requirements.

Evaluate the Project:

• Measure deliverables against goals and timelines.
• Conduct post-project evaluations to identify successes and improvement areas.

What You Bring:

• Strong background in construction or industrial services (required).
• Hands-on mechanical knowledge is highly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead teams and coordinate complex projects.
• Excellent communication, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean MVR.
• Comfortable working in field and office environments.
• Willing to pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.

Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or GED required; further education or technical training a plus.
• 5+ years of relevant field experience or project supervision experience required.
• Project management experience or certification is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent walking, climbing, reaching, and working in various physical positions.
• Comfortable with construction site conditions: noise, weather exposure, and high-risk areas.
• Must be able to wear PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, vest, gloves, etc.)

Tools & Equipment:

• Light truck or company vehicle.
• Standard PPE for site visits.
• Office and jobsite documentation tools.

Why Ziegler?

• Competitive salary: $100K–$125K annually.
• Relocation support available.
• 401K with company match.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• Supportive, safety-first company culture.

Ready to lead impactful projects and grow with a trusted industry leader?
Apply today and bring your talent to a team that values craftsmanship, safety, and excellence.

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