Overview

Collision Equipment Project ManagerFull-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