Full-Time

Project Manager

Mechanical

Posted on 8/14/2025

Hargrove

Hargrove

201-500 employees

End-to-end event strategy, design, fabrication

No salary listed

No H1B Sponsorship

Jenks, OK, USA

In Person

Category
Business & Strategy (1)
Requirements
  • Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an accredited university is preferred.
  • Professional Engineering and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) registration is highly preferred.
  • Requires 3+ years of relevant experience in engineering and project management.
  • Knowledge of the project execution procedures.
  • Knowledge and application of company business standards and good practices.
  • Knowledge and application of company engineering standards and project controls tools.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in complex project management.
  • Ability to lead a team to deliver on commitments.
  • A comprehensive understanding of the function of all engineering disciplines, procurement, and construction processes.
  • Ability to manage client relationships in complex situations.
  • Ability to relate easily to others in the business community such as customers, suppliers, contractors, government, professional and trade associations.
  • Ability to handle stress with poise.
  • Understanding of existing and potential customer needs and preferences.
  • Ability to delegate authority and lead a team.
  • Ability to clearly communicate expectations and requirements to team members and to structure accountability.
  • Ability to set priorities.
  • Coaching and mentoring skills and experience.
  • Excellent listening and communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Excellent presentation and organizational skills.
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.
Responsibilities
  • Efficiently manage promotional projects minimizing the cost to Hargrove by working with the Engineering Resource Leaders to accurately estimate Professional Services man hours to complete the project while achieving the objectives.
  • Successfully managing commercial contract(s) on one or more projects of various sizes, as required. Ensure that invoices are paid in a timely manner, Project Change Notices are processed, monthly Office Earnings Report (OER) is reviewed in the time allotted, and the project(s) plan in Vision is current.
  • Maintaining control of the project by tracking and maintaining discipline performance budget progress, schedule commitments, and quality standards. Understanding and utilizing the project tools that are available for project control.
  • Participating in development of all major technical, cost, scheduling and performance decisions on assigned projects.
  • Familiarity with project scope, specifications, deliverables required by client, and design criteria upon assignment to a project and gaining Hargrove team alignment of schedule and budget in regard to deliverables required. Work with client team to define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with stakeholders.
  • Recognizing and communicating scope and design changes promptly by championing the Project Change Notice process and promoting a positive Change Management culture.
  • Leading the effort in building a productive Team both within Hargrove and with the client. Utilize rewards where applicable to recognize outstanding contributions.
  • Coordinating resource requirements with other ongoing project work and insure all parties’ expectations are aligned.
  • Planning and organizing the work of your team. Communicating the plan to your team, the project leadership team and the client. Aligning the expectations of all parties. Conduct weekly coordination meetings with the Team.
  • Maintaining timely and accurate reporting including weekly and monthly reports utilizing a comprehensive action item list.
  • Reviewing engineering documents, vendor submittals, fabrication drawings and other construction submittals for compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, good engineering practice, and project objectives.
  • Ensuring all documentation is reviewed and checked against vendor submittals, specifications, interdiscipline, etc.
  • Ensuring that standard project work processes are followed by all team members through all phases of engineering, procurement, and construction.
  • Interviewing discipline leads to maintain up-to-date progress against man hour expended analysis.
  • Assessing the performance of the project team members through the course of the project, and work with resource leadership to organize a qualified and motivated project team.
  • Ensuring project documentation is properly reviewed and approved by the client.
  • Providing Construction Phase Support, start-up assistance, and response to Requests for Information, as needed.
  • Managing timeliness of client team decision making and package approval.
  • Completing project closeout as required by the client.
  • Effectively and proactively managing the client needs at all stages of the project.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in food manufacturing or chemical industries preferred.

Hargrove provides end-to-end event production services, covering strategy, creative development, fabrication, and production for live events, exhibits, expos, and experiences. Its product is a full-service event program that guides a client from concept through execution, using a coordinated team to plan, design, build, and stage experiences. The company differentiates itself through its long history (80 years), a customer-first approach, and a turnkey capability that integrates strategy, design, fabrication, and on-site production under one roof, reducing the need for multiple vendors. Its goal is to deliver high-impact, results-driven experiences that meet clients’ objectives and create measurable value for their audiences.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Lanham, West Virginia

Founded

1946

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What believers are saying

  • Strategic partnership with Generational Wealth Advisors expands estate planning services for high-net-worth clients.
  • 2,103-person workforce and advanced fabrication capabilities position Hargrove for large-scale corporate event recovery.
  • EPC division captures capital project opportunities in energy, manufacturing, and industrial sectors.

What critics are saying

  • Virtual event platforms capturing 35–38% market share by end-2026, threatening core fabrication business.
  • Corporate event budgets remain 15–20% below 2019 levels, reducing demand for design services.
  • Supply chain delays force cost absorption on fixed-price contracts, compressing margins significantly.

What makes Hargrove unique

  • 365,000 sq ft Lanham facility enables scalable, in-house fabrication for immersive corporate events.
  • Named to Event Marketer's 2025 Fab 50 and EXHIBITOR 2026 Top 40 lists.
  • Hargrove Engineers & Constructors EPC division diversifies beyond experiential into industrial projects.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible Work Hours

Company News

Business Wire
Sep 23rd, 2021
Generational Wealth Advisors partners with Hargrove Inc.

Generational Wealth Advisors (GWA), the wealth management team within Generational Group (GG), a leading middle market investment bank for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce a new strategic relationship with the Hargrove Firm, Estate and Trust Attorneys (Hargrove).

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