Project Manager, Operations Manager, Manufacturing Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Manager to lead the planning, coordination, and execution of projects from concept through installation. The Project Manager will act as the primary liaison between sales, engineering, production, purchasing, and service teams, ensuring each project is completed on time, within scope, and aligned with customer requirements and company standards.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, technical environment, is skilled at managing multiple complex timelines, and excels at driving cross-functional alignment and accountability.

• Create detailed project plans including schedules, milestones, deliverables, and resource allocations
• Serve as the central point of contact for questions on project status, changes, and priorities
• Manage customer communication during project execution; support issue resolution as needed
• Identify potential risks and proactively develop mitigation strategies
• Maintain accurate project records, timelines, and communication logs
• Ensure all post-project documentation is completed, including lessons learned and closeout reports
• Track and report key performance indicators such as on-time delivery, budget adherence, and project margin performance
• Facilitate resolution of design, production, or supply chain issues in coordination with relevant departments
• Support change order management and ensure impacts to scope, cost, or schedule are clearly communicated and documented
• Coordinate acceptance testing and other customer inspection processes
• Collaborate closely with engineering to ensure system design aligns with customer specifications
• Coordinate with purchasing to ensure timely procurement of long-lead and critical components
• Provide regular updates to leadership and relevant parties on project progress, risks, and issues
• Facilitate project kickoff meetings and ensure all departments are aligned on project scope and timelines
• Track progress through all stages to include design, procurement, fabrication, assembly, testing, shipping, and installation with customer approval.
• Adjust timelines and resource assignments as needed to address delays or changes in scope

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Business, or a related field
• 3+ years of project management experience, preferably in a manufacturing or engineered-to-order environment
• Strong understanding of mechanical or industrial systems and production processes
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and competing priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with ERP systems (Epicor a plus)
• Willingness to travel

• PMP or CAPM certification
• Familiarity with Inventor, AutoCAD, or engineering design tools
• Experience with military/government contracts and quality requirements (ex. ISO 9001)

• Competitive salary paid weekly
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, Riveer pays 75% of premium
• Simple IRA with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Free lunch provided every Thursday

This job description contains information about the key responsibilities of this position. It is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions. Responsibilities are subject to change.

Riveer does not discriminate based on gender/sex, race, religion, height, weight, color, age, national origin, disability, or any other status covered by federal, state, or local law allowed.

Riveer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.