Project Manager - Light Industrial

Atlanta, Georgia Permanent USD100,000 - USD145,000 per year View Job Description
You will join a privately owned, high‑performing design and build contractor with a strong footprint across the Southeast. Known for its technical expertise in cold storage and complex industrial facilities, this organization offers a high‑trust, low‑bureaucracy environment where Project Managers are empowered to lead from the front and drive results on marquee projects.
  • Minimal red tape, strong trust in field leadership
  • High autonomy, lean leadership, and direct impact on project outcomes

About Our Client

A privately owned, high‑growth design and build contractor with a strong reputation across the Southeast, specializing in complex cold storage and industrial facilities. Known for its lean structure and trusted field leadership, the business delivers technically demanding projects with speed and accountability.

Job Description

As the Project Manager, you will take full ownership of a major ground‑up cold storage project, reporting directly to senior operational leadership. You will be responsible for delivery from preconstruction through close‑out.

  • Lead all aspects of project execution, ensuring schedule, cost, and quality targets are met
  • Manage subcontractors, consultants, and internal teams in a design and build environment
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, change management, and cost reporting
  • Drive coordination across design, procurement, and construction activities
  • Maintain strong client relationships and act as the primary point of contact
  • Enforce safety, quality control, and compliance standards on site
  • Provide mentorship and direction to Assistant Project Managers where applicable
  • This will be an office-based role with overnight travel twice a month to visit the project.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

For the Project Manager - Cold Storage & Industrial Construction, we are seeking:

  • Six or more years of experience delivering industrial or ground‑up construction projects
  • Proven experience with cold storage, tilt‑wall, or complex light industrial facilities
  • Strong design and build project delivery experience
  • Background working with general contractors on large‑scale projects
  • Ability to operate autonomously in a fast‑moving, lean environment
  • Strong communication, leadership, and commercial acumen
  • Experience with construction management software and cost controls



What's on Offer

  • Project Manager salary: Up to $145,000 base
  • Performance bonus: Approximately three percent of project profit
  • Vehicle allowance: $800 per month
  • Phone allowance: $120 per month
  • Health insurance: 100% covered for the individual
  • Clear progression within a growing, specialist contractor
  • Direct exposure to leadership and high‑profile industrial projects



If you're ready to advance your career as a Project Manager in the commercial construction industry and make an impact in Atlanta, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Amber Ray
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7033304

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Location
Atlanta
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Amber Ray
Job Reference
JN-062026-7033304