Fabrication Manager

With more than 100 years of steady growth, UMC is proud to offer an environment where continuous learning, collaboration, and innovation are part of everyday work. We empower team members through hands-on experience, supportive training, advanced technology, and creative problem-solving. Our people are knowledgeable, trusted, and committed to doing what's right-for our clients, our teams, and our communities.

We recognize that our people are the foundation of our success. At UMC, we are intentional about fostering a culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and supported. We bring together talented individuals from across the region to form high-performing teams in design, engineering, project management, and business services.

Let UMC be the next step in your career-where your well-being, work-life balance, and growth matter.

Application Process:

UMC uses an electronic application process for open positions. Required documents may include a resume, cover letter, references, and work authorization confirmation. Online assessments may be included as part of the candidate evaluation process.

Benefits Summary:

UMC offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including:

1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance
2. 401(k) plan with company match
3. Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
4. Company-paid life and disability insurance (STD/LTD)
5. Paid Time Off (PTO) beginning at 120 hours annually for full-time employees
6. Seven paid holidays plus one floating holiday
7. Employee Assistance Program
8. Professional development support and tuition reimbursement
9. Employee referral program
10. Wellness program and employee events

Paid Time Off:

Eligible employees begin accruing PTO on their date of hire. PTO combines vacation and sick leave, starting at 15 days per year for full-time employees.

Starting Salary: $110,000 - $150,000; depending on experience

Location: Everett, WA

Classification: Exempt

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. - Sponsorship not available

Position Overview:

Manage company fabrication policy, standards and execution through effective communication, negotiation, scheduling, tracking, and document control.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Review job estimates and assist Project Managers with preparing fabrication budgets.
2. Track, forecast and report fabrication labor hours and material costs.
3. Maintain and control fabrication documents in compliance with UMC standards as well as contractual compliance.
4. Maintain ASME and NBIC code credentials, documentation in compliance with Quality Control Manual.
5. Assist Shop Superintendent with maintaining company welding records, including WPS, PRQ, WPQ's and welder continuity logs.
6. Prepare fabrication shop work packages including detail drawing review, material take off and buyout, and man-hour fabrication budget.
7. Alongside the Shop Superintendent, ensure full compliance with the UMC Safety Program in the fabrication shop.
8. Develop and maintain the fabrication schedule and manpower forecast.
9. Partner with the Business Development team to pursue and secure new projects.
10. Build and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
11. Collaborate with field supervisors to plan and schedule project tasks effectively.
12. Uphold UMC's Core Values in all professional interactions.
13. Regular attendance and promptness are considered part of each employee's essential job functions.

Secondary Job Functions:

1. Collaborate with Shop Superintendent to continue to improve the final fabricated product, shop efficiency, and shop processes and procedures.
2. Collaborate with VCS Manager to continue to improve product that is delivered to Fabrication including, spool drawings, assembly drawings and bills of material.
3. Collaborate with Purchasing and Warehouse managers to ensure that material is delivered to and from the Fabrication shop in a timely and efficient manner.

Required Skills and Abilities:

1. Proven experience estimating mechanical work accurately.
2. Strong leadership skills with the ability to foster a positive, inclusive, and team-oriented environment.
3. Solid understanding of mechanical systems and ability to communicate technical concepts clearly.
4. Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
5. High attention to detail to minimize errors and financial risk.
6. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
7. Results-driven with a strong sense of accountability.
8. Proficiency in project management and collaboration software including Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, Outlook, Bluebeam, Smartsheet, OneDrive, Teams, SharePoint, BIM360, Viewpoint Team, Vista, and OneNote.

Supervisory Responsibility:

1. Direct supervision of Project Managers, Project Engineers and Project Coordinators.

Preferred Education and Experience:

1. Minimum of 5-10 years as a mechanical project manager.
2. Bachelor's degree in construction management, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, industrial engineering, chemical engineering, or related field preferred.
3. At least three years managing teams.

Required Licensing and Other Certifications:

1. Maintain a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.

Affirmative Action:

UMC is committed to a culture of inclusion and connectedness. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents who we are as a company and what we believe in. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of their education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

EEO Policy:

UMC's policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, religion, presence of physical, sensory or mental disability, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy is not tolerated. UMC is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans. Affirmative action plans are developed annually to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company's obligations as a contractor to the United States government.