Project Manager

Hampton Lumber is a fourth-generation, family-owned company headquartered in Portland, Oregon. With over 80 years in the sawmill business, Hampton operates sawmills in Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia and markets wood products all over the world. Hampton also manages a wholesale and lumber export division, numerous reload locations, and several remanufacturing and advanced wood manufacturing facilities throughout the U.S. All of Hampton’s forestlands are certified by the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI), an independent, non-profit organization that promotes sustainable forest management. SFI certified forests play an important role in water conservation, wildlife habitat, and climate solutions.

Hampton Lumber is seeking a Project Manager to join our team in Allendale, SC, as we build a state-of-the-art Comact sawmill. This role will be a boots-on-the-ground liaison, working closely with our Northwest based engineering team, contractors, and Hampton leadership to ensure the successful execution of this major capital project. The Project Manager will oversee the coordination of site activities, manage schedules, budgets, and resources, and ensure best practices are implemented to support safety, quality, and productivity throughout the build.

• Substantial company-paid assistance for Medical and Dental insurance premiums; mental health coverage; cost effective co-pays and deductibles
• 401(k) with 5% annual company contribution and generous company matching contributions vested over three years
• Paid time off, including eight paid holidays
• Participation in the employee bonus program
• Employee wellness program that includes free counseling sessions, financial and legal guidance, and more
• Opportunities for paid training to support career advancement and personal development

• Serve as the on-site project liaison between Hampton Lumber leadership, engineering teams, and construction partners.
• Coordinate all phases of construction, ensuring work is executed per design specifications, schedule, and budget.
• Provide leadership in the development and implementation of project best practices that impact safety, quality, and productivity.
• Manage daily communication and coordination with contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress, track budgets, and report deviations from the Approved Spending Estimate (ASE).
• Prepare and manage bid packages, contracts, and project documentation.
• Organize and enforce safety orientations and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
• Resolve on-site challenges, including conflicting design requirements, material suitability, and construction issues.
• Oversee scheduling and implementation of work to minimize downtime and disruptions.
• Maintain communication with local and state regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with permits and codes.
• Review and approve construction drawings and ensure adherence to Hampton Lumber standards.
• Evaluate new equipment and technologies to support project success.
• Apply Construction Standards, OSHA regulations, and Building Codes throughout all project phases.

• S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred.
• 4-8 years of experience in project management, engineering, or construction within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of sawmill equipment, machinery controls, and fabrication processes.
• Proven ability to manage large-scale capital projects from concept to completion.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Advanced understanding of machinery design, pneumatics, hydraulics, and troubleshooting of mechanical systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with site operations, vendors, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Hampton Lumber is an equal opportunity employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law. 

Disability accommodation available: If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office for the location that you are applying.

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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