Project Manager

New Orleans, LA

Full Time

Mid Level

Job Title: Project Manager
Location: Onsite only: Kennan, LA
Industry: Construction / Building Supply / Project Coordination
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Project Manager with a strong background in the construction industry to lead and coordinate complex building-related projects. This role can be onsite or remote, with a preference for candidates based outside of major urban centers in LA
As a core member of the operations team, you will manage end-to-end project execution from sourcing and ordering materials to coordinating logistics and leading client communications, including international partners. Your work will directly support the success of a new facility while driving efficient project timelines and high client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities

Project Oversight: Plan, organize, and execute construction-related projects from concept to completion.
Material Procurement: Source building materials, coordinate purchasing, and manage shipping logistics to ensure timely delivery.
Client Communication: Serve as a customer-facing resource, managing relationships and ensuring consistent, clear updates to clients throughout project lifecycle.
Coordination: Lead cross-functional coordination and communication across teams and external stakeholders.
ERP & Tech Systems: Utilize ERP systems and Microsoft Suite to manage operations, schedules, and documentation.
Problem Solving: Proactively address and resolve project challenges, delays, or communication breakdowns — domestic and foreign.
International Coordination: Communicate and coordinate effectively with overseas contacts and vendors related to the new facility.
Technical Interface: Act as a technical liaison between the internal team and external clients to ensure clarity on specifications and needs.
Process Improvement: Support operational improvements, standardization, and scaling of project management processes.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in project management within the construction or building supply industry.
Demonstrated experience managing supply chain, ordering, and shipping logistics.
Strong interpersonal and written communication skills, especially in client-facing roles.
Comfortable managing foreign communication and international logistics.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel, Outlook, and Teams).
Strong coordination and organizational abilities, especially in remote or hybrid team environments.
Ability to manage competing priorities in fast-paced environments.

Nice to Have

Degree or background in Industrial Engineering.
Experience supporting or launching a new facility.
ERP experience – Business Central preferred

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