Project Manager

Founded in 1907, Irwin Seating is a fourth-generation, family-owned company with locations in Grand Rapids, Michigan and Altamont, Illinois. We bring people together to learn, create, and share meaningful experiences both within our teams and in the spaces we design. You’ll be part of a people-first team that believes in collaboration, growth, and doing the right thing. Here, you can build a career you love while growing alongside a company that feels like family. We are currently growing, and seeking a Project Manager in our Altamont location!

Position Overview

The Project Manager leads complex, high-profile seating projects — including professional sports stadiums, arenas, and performing arts centers — from initiation through final installation. This role owns the full customer experience and internal coordination, working closely with Sales, Engineering, and Operations to align scope, manage logistics, and deliver on customer expectations. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, confident problem-solver, and experienced in fast-paced, construction-related environments.

Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution

• Lead all project phases: kickoff, scheduling, scope confirmation, change management, and closeout.
• Monitor and maintain project health across scope, timeline, budget, and installation progress.
• Coordinate site readiness, manage installation partners, and travel to customer sites for walkthroughs and critical milestone support.

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, architects, contractors, and owners' representatives.
• Lead project meetings to confirm requirements, review progress, and resolve issues promptly.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Problem Solving

• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Logistics, Installation, and Finance to manage resources, scheduling, and change requests.
• Identify risks early and drive cross-functional resolution of issues related to product, site conditions, or installation.

Financial & Administrative Oversight

• Monitor and control project costs including freight, labor, and installation expenses.
• Maintain accurate documentation of contracts, change orders, purchase orders, and closeouts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; business, engineering, or construction management preferred.
• 5+ years of project management experience, ideally in construction, seating, or architectural products.
• Strong knowledge of construction environments and contract language.
• Ability to read technical drawings and plans.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Compensation: The hourly range for this full-time position is $70,000 - $85,000 per year. Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including but not limited to: relevant work experience, job-related knowledge, skills, and complexity of the role. Irwin is happy to offer a full comprehensive benefits package, with insurance coverage starting on the first day of employment.