Project Manager - Concrete Forming Solutions (CFS)

The Project Manager is responsible for coordinating and managing concrete formwork projects from award through closeout-ensuring customer requirements are met while achieving operational, financial, and timeline targets. This role serves as the primary point of contact between the customer, Sales, Design/Estimating, and Operations, and ensures formwork is designed, fabricated, delivered, and supported successfully in the field.

• Manage projects end-to-end, coordinating across Sales, Design, Estimating, Purchasing, Production, Delivery, and Field Support.

• Develop and manage critical project timelines; obtain customer approval and track progress through completion and customer satisfaction.

• Lead project kickoff and ongoing communication to confirm scope, dates, constraints, and formwork requirements (rental vs. sale, CNC/custom needs, architectural features, pour breaks, etc.).

• Review and approve formwork design/detail drawings prior to release; support internal technical reviews and customer approval cycles.

• Actively manage project-related inventory and equipment availability; collaborate with Operations and Rental leadership as needed.

• Monitor production progress, labor and cost alignment, and quality expectations; conduct regular plant visits and work-in-progress reviews.

• Coordinate shipping and jobsite delivery logistics; support initial deliveries and resolve schedule changes (weather, crane time, jobsite delays).

• Provide jobsite support as needed to ensure crews understand how to read UFP drawings and properly use formwork systems; document changes and ensure scope changes are captured and billed appropriately.

• Coordinate returns and closeouts for rental fleets, including damage/cleaning discussions and final billing support.

• Prepare post-project recaps for larger projects, including customer experience, operational feedback, and opportunities for improvement.

Required

• 3+ years of experience in project management, construction operations, formwork, or a related discipline.

• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and coordinate work across multiple functions.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

• Strong communication skills with internal teams and external customers.

Preferred

• Formwork background (field, operations, design, estimating, or project coordination).

• Experience supporting large civil or commercial projects (e.g., bridges, water/wastewater, high-rise, data centers, parking structures).

• Knowledge of concrete forming systems including shoring, gangs/walls, columns, platforms, and CNC/custom formwork solutions.

• Familiarity with UFP processes, systems, or product lines.

• Occasional to frequent travel to plants and jobsites based on project needs.

This role offers a clear advancement path to Project Manager II and broader leadership opportunities within Design/Estimating/Project Management.