Project Manager

Company: United Rentals
Location: Lafayette
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities.

If you'd like the chance to make your mark with the world's largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals!

As a Project Manager for Temporary Structures, you will take the lead on projects involving the installation, removal, and repair of temporary structures. You'll be the primary point of contact post-contract, coordinating with clients, contractors, sales teams, and other key stakeholders. Your role includes managing timelines, resolving issues, and escalating problems when necessary.

What you'll do:

• Conduct pre-installation planning meetings and strategy sessions. Coordinate with clients, contractors, sales, and stakeholders to ensure project specifications are met
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, providing regular project status updates
• Oversee logistics, including scheduling, equipment delivery, and project documentation completion
• Track project performance, including cost, schedule, and scope
• Provide leadership to ensure consistent delivery of World-Class service at the project site
• Lead and manage installation teams, including internal crews and subcontractors
• Ensure all construction activities comply with project plans
• Collect daily project updates to monitor progress and quality of work
• Address any issues or defects promptly to maintain high-quality standards
• Ensure all safety protocols are followed to prevent accidents and injuries
• Promote a safety-focused culture through leadership, accountability, and communication
• Ensure all projects comply with local, state, and federal regulations
• Assist with permitting and vendor management when applicable
• Stay informed about industry trends and regulatory changes
• Other duties as assigned
  
  Requirements:
  
  • Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Project Management or related field preferred
  • 2+ years of experience with construction, temporary structures, or related industries
  • Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations preferred
  • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
  • Highly motivated, innovative, and able to work independently and as a team
  • Results-oriented with a strong focus on timeliness, attention to detail, and accuracy
  • Strong planning, scheduling, prioritization, and organizational skills
  • Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • Strong leadership, customer service and communication skills
  • OSHA 30 Certification preferred
  • Travel approximately 25%
    
    This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals' policies and procedures.
    
    Why join us?
    
    We don't just "talk the talk!" We're an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2023) that truly cares about our people - That's why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:
    
    • Paid Parental Leave
    • Employee Discount Program
    • Career Development & Promotional Opportunities
    • Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)
    • Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)
    • Paid Sick Leave
    • An inclusive and welcoming
      
      Learn more about our full US here.
      
      United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email careers@ur.com for assistance.
      
      At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families. The values that define your service-leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork-are the same values that drive our success. With many veterans already part of our team, we're ready to help you transition into a rewardingcareer.
      
      United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.

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