Millwright Project Manager at Yale Mechanical LLC – Minneapolis, Minnesota

Position Overview

We are seeking a Millwright Project Manager to lead industrial equipment projects from concept through completion while building strong, solutions-driven client relationships. This role combines technical expertise with project management and business development responsibilities. The ideal candidate brings hands-on millwright knowledge, a strong customer orientation, and the ability to manage multiple projects while driving new and existing business growth across a wide-variety of industries. Key responsibilities include:

• Build and maintain strong, solutions-oriented relationships with new and existing customers.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for client accounts, identifying opportunities to expand services and grow business.
• Develop, prepare, and present estimates and proposals using industry knowledge and internal processes.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations.
• Coordinate with internal teams to communicate project requirements, timelines, and customer needs.
• Monitor project performance, including financials, resource allocation, and delivery outcomes.
• Provide regular updates and reporting on current projects and future sales opportunities.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality results that meet or exceed expectations.
• Support contract review and documentation, including AIA-related materials as applicable.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with industrial or production facility equipment, including installation, repair, modification, and relocation.
• Demonstrated success managing industrial projects, including financial, timeline, and resource management.
• Strong customer-facing skills with the ability to build relationships, network, and communicate effectively.
• Experience with project estimation and a solid understanding of sales processes.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and drive a team-based approach to project execution.
• Proficiency with software tools for CRM, estimating, project financial management, and project close-out.
• Working knowledge of contract review processes; AIA document experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field preferred but not required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience.
• PMP, PgMP, CAPM, or similar project management certification preferred.

Physical & Mental Demands

While performing the duties of the job, the following is required:

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer.
• Frequent walking of job sites, including uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and confined spaces.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds as needed.
• Must wear and comply with required PPE for job site safety.

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Salary & Benefits

This is a salaried, exempt role, paying at an annual gross range between $105K - $125K, depending on experience, plus eligibility to earn incrementally via our incentive programs. Also, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, ancillary programs, such as life and disability, an employer-matched 401K, ongoing training and safety programs.

Why Join Yale?

Since 1939, Yale Mechanical has built a reputation for delivering exceptional mechanical contracting services across the Twin Cities – handing HVAC, plumbing, industrial, millwright, docks & doors, and more. Joining Yale, you’ll be part of a supportive, hands-on crew that values you. We foster a work environment built on collaboration, respect and trust, where technicians and support staff lean on one another to get the job done. We believe in investing in our people – giving you opportunities to grow, stay sharp, and build a long career with us, not just a job.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, familial status, veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including the Minneapolis and Saint Paul Human Rights Ordinances. In accordance with our Affirmative Action Plan, we actively seek to recruit, hire, develop, and retain qualified individuals from underrepresented groups, such as women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veteran status, and ensure all employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. For assistance or accommodation during the application process, or to access our Affirmatice Action Plan, please contact hr@yalemech.com.