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GKD-USA is the North American Division of GKD-Gebr. Kufferath, AG, the world market leader in metal, synthetic, and spiral mesh solutions. As experts in weaving technology, we strive to solve tomorrow’s problems today – often together with leading companies in various sales markets, working to achieve the common goal of making the world healthier, safer, and cleaner.

GKD- USA, Inc. provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GKD-USA, Inc. hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

We have one (1) position open as of October 26, 2026:

 

1. Project Manager

   General Information
   Location:
   825 Chesapeake Drive, Cambridge, MD 21613, United States
   Working Hours:
   Monday-Friday 8AM – 5PM
   Base Pay:
   $70,000 – $90,000
   Employee Type:
   Salary, Exempt under FLSA classification – Administrative Employees

   Job Overview:

   The Project Manager directs, plans and coordinates projects from the planning stage until final shipment and installation at the customer’s site. The Project Manager is able to proactively anticipate the needs of the projects, the customers, and the project flow to independently manage those needs and prepare for or avoid conflicts or concerns.

   Required Degree & Experience:

   • Bachelor’s Degree is preferred – will consider experience in lieu of.
   • Prior experience in construction project management with duties similar to those defined above.
   • Ability to interpret blueprints.
   • Excellent verbal and written skills as well as organizational skills.
   • Must be able to work with a wide range of personnel.
   • Proficient computer skills including database, scheduling, spreadsheet, and office software.
   • Ability to travel within North America and internationally in support of assigned responsibilities.

   Personal Qualifications:

   • Willingness to abide by company work, safety, attendance, and other policies.
   • Well organized and self-motivated to handle multiple projects and a wide variety of duties with minimal supervision.
   • Detail oriented and able to develop consistent, accurate, thorough documentation of all work in accordance with company quality standards.
   • In all actions, demonstrate a commitment to perform quality work and meet all project schedule milestones, while building positive relationships with coworkers, customers, and vendors through professional conduct.
   • Professional in appearance, attitude and communication.

   Physical Qualifications:

   • Ability to hear telephones and conversations at normal volume.
   • Ability to lift 15 pounds to shoulder height.

   Duties & Responsibilities

   1. Responsible for managing, coordinating and monitoring projects from initiation through delivery primarily in our Mining Division.
   2. Develop realistic detailed and clear project plans, coordinating customer requirements with GKD capabilities.
   3. Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, and Production departments to identify all material items and material delivery requirements to satisfy production schedules and customer delivery expectations.
   4. Manage coordination with Sales, Engineering, Production, and Purchasing to ensure that all project technical, cost, and schedule requirements are realistic and clearly defined and communicated at project initiation. Coordinate interdepartmental activities, ensuring completion of projects by scheduled deadlines.
   5. Solicit quotations from qualified suppliers; negotiate pricing and delivery requirements, ensuring specifications and quality expectations are clearly communicated in order to receive accurate quotes.
   6. Issue purchase orders for materials and services.
   7. Manage customer relationships and expectations with proactive communication; resolve project related customer concerns.
   8. Oversee contract administration: review and manage change orders, billings/collections, letter of credit, bonds, invoices, transportation, etc.
   9. Manage all aspects of project execution in company software and database systems.
   10. Coordinate regular project status meetings with all internal parties involved.
   11. Assist with project management in the architectural division as needed.

   Responsible to:

   Head of Project Management

   GKD- USA, Inc. provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GKD-USA, Inc. hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.