Project Manager – Metal Fabrication / Sanitary Piping

Job Title
Project Manager – Metal Fabrication / Sanitary Piping
Job ID
27768269
Location
La Vergne, TN, 37086 
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Description

Location: LaVergne, TN
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: Starting at $40/hr DOE
Schedule: Monday–Friday with Weekends as Needed

Job Overview

We are hiring an experienced Project Manager for a metal fabrication and sanitary piping operation. This role requires strong field leadership, hands-on mechanical experience, and the proven ability to read and interpret PNID’s (Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams). The Project Manager will oversee crews, manage schedules, and ensure safe, high-quality project execution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage metal fabrication and sanitary piping projects from start to finish

  • Read, interpret, and execute work based on PNID’s and blueprints

  • Oversee sanitary purge weld piping systems

  • Supervise and lead a 3–8 person crew

  • Coordinate labor, materials, equipment, and schedules

  • Perform hands-on mechanical tasks, including setting and installing equipment such as conveyors, large mixers, and process equipment

  • Ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards and company policies

  • Monitor quality, productivity, and job-site safety

  • Communicate project progress and resolve field issues

  • Willingness to work weekends as required by project schedules

Required Qualifications

  • Experience as a Project Manager in metal fabrication, industrial piping, or mechanical construction

  • Strong experience reading PNID’s required

  • Knowledge of sanitary piping and purge welding

  • Experience managing and directing crews (3–8 employees)

  • Solid mechanical skills and equipment installation experience

  • Understanding of OSHA regulations and job-site safety

Preferred Qualifications

  • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification

  • Background in food-grade, pharmaceutical, or sanitary process piping

  • Welding or fabrication background

  • Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills

Physical & Work Requirements

  • Ability to work in industrial and fabrication environments

  • Ability to lift, climb, bend, and perform hands-on mechanical work

  • Ability to work extended hours and weekends when required

Why Join Us

  • Competitive pay with overtime opportunities

  • Stable, full-time work in a growing metal fabrication company

  • Opportunity for advancement and leadership growth

  • Supportive team environment