Collision Equipment Project Manager |In-Office & Customer Site Travel | Novi, MI | $100,000-$120,000 Salary

Description

Collision Equipment Project Manager

Full-Time |In-Office & Customer Site Travel| Novi, MI | $100,000-$120,000 Salary 

About AutoTech Solutions:

AutoTech Solutions is a fast-growing provider of aftermarket automotive shop equipment, delivering high-quality tools, machinery, and service solutions to independent repair shops and dealerships. From vehicle lifts and air compressors to alignment systems and A/C machines, we support the service bays that keep vehicles on the road.

Built on hustle, innovation, and hands-on customer support, AutoTech is on a mission to bring dependable equipment and exceptional service to every corner of the garage. Backed by private investment firm Brixey & Meyer Capital (BMC), we are executing an ambitious strategy to create a leading platform in automotive equipment distribution and service.

With operations in Michigan, Charlotte, Wade, and Raleigh, NC, we support customers across the region with local expertise and responsive service. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to join a growing organization that values initiative, rewards performance, and invests in its people. As we continue to expand, we’re looking for driven, hands-on professionals who want to grow alongside us and help shape the future of AutoTech.

Job Summary:

The Collision Equipment Project Manager oversees and manages industrial paint booth and automotive equipment installation projects from the initial customer site visit through project completion. This position is responsible for evaluating project requirements, developing installation scopes, coordinating subcontractors, scheduling field activities, and ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and within budget. 

This is a hands-on project management role requiring a strong field presence. The Project Manager will work closely with the sales team, customers, subcontractors, and installation crews to develop installation plans, coordinate project execution, resolve field challenges, and ensure exceptional customer satisfaction throughout the installation process. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct customer site visits with the sales team to evaluate installation requirements and project feasibility. 
• Review customer facilities, equipment layouts, utilities, building access, unloading conditions, ductwork, roof penetrations, and other site conditions to develop complete installation scopes. 
• Develop accurate labor, equipment, material, subcontractor, and travel estimates for installation projects. 
• Solicit, review, and compare subcontractor proposals to ensure complete project scope and identify exclusions or potential gaps. 
• Provide accurate installation costs, assumptions, and recommendations to support the sales process. 
• Coordinate equipment deliveries, unloading activities, staging areas, and material handling throughout the project. 
• Perform field layout of equipment, verify dimensions, clearances, elevations, duct routing, and utility locations prior to installation. 
• Develop project schedules and coordinate installation crews, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure projects remain on schedule. 
• Provide field leadership by communicating project expectations, drawings, schedules, and safety requirements to installation teams. 
• Monitor project progress, installation quality, safety, and customer satisfaction throughout each phase of the project. 
• Identify and resolve field issues, installation conflicts, and unforeseen site conditions to minimize project delays. 
• Measure, layout, and fabricate sheet metal transitions, offsets, adapters, and other custom components as required to complete installations. 
• Review and interpret equipment drawings, mechanical plans, construction documents, and installation specifications. 
• Document project changes, manage change orders, and prevent unauthorized work outside the project scope. 
• Complete project closeout activities, including punch list management and final customer walkthroughs. 
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including installation records, subcontractor agreements, schedules, and project files. 
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve installation efficiency, quality, and customer experience. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Project Management, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. 
• Five (5) or more years of experience managing commercial construction, industrial equipment, automotive repair equipment, paint booth, HVAC, mechanical, or similar installation projects. 
• Experience estimating installation projects and coordinating subcontractors preferred. 
• Strong knowledge of industrial construction practices, mechanical systems, ductwork, and equipment installation. 
• Working knowledge of sheet metal layout, fabrication, and field modification techniques. 
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, construction documents, equipment layouts, and installation specifications. 
• Experience coordinating installation crews, subcontractors, and project schedules. 
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interact with customers, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams. 
• Strong problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail and a proactive approach to project management. 
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a collaborative team environment. 
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. 

What We Offer

• Day-One Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning on your first day of employment.
• 401(k) with Company Match: Build for your future with a company-supported retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off: Employees receive an annual allotment of PTO to support vacation, personal time, health, and wellness.
• Paid Holidays: Enjoy company-paid holidays throughout the year.
• Growing Company: Be part of a fast-growing organization where employees can make a visible impact.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout active construction and industrial job sites for extended periods. 
• Ability to climb ladders, operate from elevated work platforms, and access rooftops or mechanical spaces as required. 
• Occasional lifting of equipment, tools, and materials up to 50 pounds. 
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and perform field measurements in confined or elevated spaces. 
• Ability to safely work in industrial, warehouse, manufacturing, and outdoor environments with varying weather conditions. 
• Tolerance for loud noise levels, airborne dust, and exposure to mechanical equipment. 
• Ability to travel regularly to customer facilities and project sites, including occasional overnight travel.