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Project Manager

United Rentals

Prairieville, LA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Management, Contract Management, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Driver's License, Equipment Rentals, Establish Priorities, Federal Laws and Regulations, Industry/Trade Analysis, Leadership, Logistics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, OSHA, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Plan Meetings, Problem Solving Skills, Project Planning, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Quality Monitoring, Regulations, Rentals, Sales, State Laws and Regulations, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Management, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Prairieville, LA
POSTED
7 days ago
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 procedure

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 2026) 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
  • United Compassion Fund
  • 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 culture


Explore our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings

For Canadian benefits, click 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, location, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.

About the Company

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United Rentals

Founded in 1997, United Rentals is the largest equipment rental company in the world, with a store network nearly three times the size of any other provider, and locations in 49 states and 10 Canadian provinces. Building a better future is our commitment to the people and communities we serve. United Rentals, Inc. is the largest equipment rental company in the world. The company has an integrated network of 1,186 rental locations in North America and 11 in Europe. In North America, the company operates in 49 states and every Canadian province. The company’s approximately 18,500 employees serve construction and industrial customers, utilities, municipalities, homeowners and others. The company offers approximately 3,800 classes of equipment for rent with a total original cost of $14.18 billion. United Rentals is a member of the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index, the Barron’s 400 Index and the Russell 3000 Index® and is headquartered in Stamford, Conn. Additional information about United Rentals is available at unitedrentals.com. Our Customers Our diverse customer base includes construction and industrial companies, utilities, municipalities, government agencies and independent contractors. Most of our customers align with three categories: approximately 50% are non-construction, such as industrial; 46% are non-residential construction; and 4% are residential. We provide every customer with access to the best people, equipment and solutions in the industry. Our Mission Deploy the best people, equipment and solutions to enable our customers to safely build a better and stronger future. Our Values Safety First Act, and require others to act, in a manner that puts the safety of our employees, customers and communities first. A Passion For People Build a diverse workplace that challenges all employees to grow professionally and embrace teamwork. Visible Leadership Lead by example in every business decision and action, with a sense of humility and responsibility. Customer-Driven Support the best interests of our customers and develop better ways for them to succeed at their jobs. Absolute Integrity Always do the right thing, honor commitments and ensure appropriate corporate governance. Community-Minded Be an outstanding corporate citizen and a good neighbor in every sense by being helpful, respectful, law-abiding and friendly. Continuous Innovation Contribute to a culture of innovative thinking that empowers employees to improve quality, efficiency and customer service. Sustainability Engage in practices that lead to positive change by encouraging social accountability and environmental responsibility.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Rental Services
WEBSITE
http://www.unitedrentals.com