Project Manager

Your Mission:

To bridge the gap between client vision and technical craftsmanship. In this role, you'll be the Project Manager who steers our production teams through complex restorations starting with the kickoff meeting and carrying us all the way through to the client reveal. We're looking for a project management professional who can help us stay on time, within budget, and exceed our client's expectations. You'll be responsible for empowering fabricators, mechanics, painters, autobody techs, and assemblers to own their milestones while keeping leadership, customers, and vendors perfectly synced. Every plan you build, every risk you crush, and every celebration you spark will reinforce a culture of trust, accountability, and pride.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Scheduling Develop comprehensive project plans for each restoration, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and milestone tracking. Collaborate with the Team Leaders of each department to sequence work, allocate resources, and adjust schedules as needed. Create and maintain up-to-date project documentation, including work orders and schedules. Coordination & Communication Act as the central point of contact between leadership and internal teams. Facilitate weekly progress meetings with technical teams to review status, resolve bottlenecks, and align priorities. Provide leadership with accurate, timely updates on project status, risks, and mitigation strategies. Budget & Resource Management Monitor project costs and ensure adherence to budgets. Coordinate with purchasing and parts departments to ensure materials are ordered and available on schedule. Track labor and resource usage to optimize efficiency. Quality Assurance & Delivery Partner with the Team Leaders to ensure all work meets established quality standards at each stage of the build. Conduct milestone reviews to verify completion of the critical phases before advancing to the next stage.

Skills & Qualifications Experience:

3 - 5 years of project management experience, ideally in automotive restoration, custom fabrication, manufacturing, or similar project-based industries.

Project Management Skills:

Strong ability to develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.

Communication:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively across technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Technical Understanding:

Familiarity with automotive restoration processes, shop workflows, or manufacturing environments preferred.

Tools & Software:

Proficiency with project management software (MS Project,, ProgressPodio (customized by us) or similar)

Problem-Solving:

Ability to anticipate challenges, develop solutions, and adjust plans under pressure.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field preferred; PMP or equivalent certification a plus. Rev Up Your Career at V8 Speed & Resto Shop! At V8 Speed & Resto Shop, we build award-winning muscle cars and classic automobiles that demand precision, passion, and execution. We're looking for a self-motivated strategist who can help us turn our client's dreams and ideas into their very own custom masterpieces. Here you can lead with an infinite mindset, empower teammates to speak freely, and drive projects that align with our Core Values, allowing craftsmanship, collaboration, and relentless growth.

Pay:

$85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Project Management:

3 years (Required)

Automotive Restoration:

3 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person