Construction Manager

Air Systems • San Jose, CA

17d

About The Position

Air Systems is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead Project Managers and project support teams delivering complex commercial and industrial mechanical and plumbing construction projects. Reporting directly to the Director of Construction, the role is responsible for portfolio execution, financial performance, productivity, client relationships, change management, and developing project management personnel. The Construction Manager also works with Sales, Business Development, Estimating, and Preconstruction teams to understand potential project requirements and help prepare the organization to execute new work successfully.

Requirements

• 10+ years of construction industry experience with substantial mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, piping, or industrial project management responsibility.
• Proven experience leading Project Managers or multidisciplinary construction teams.
• Strong financial acumen, including WIP reporting, forecasting, cost control, labor productivity, billing, cash flow, and margin management.
• Demonstrated change order, contract administration, negotiation, and conflict resolution experience.
• Strong client relationship, communication, coaching, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and applicable construction management, scheduling, and project accounting systems.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, and project support staff.
• Assign new projects to Project Managers based on experience, workload, customer needs, and project complexity.
• Lead monthly WIP reviews and assist Project Managers with financial reporting, forecasting, cost-to-complete analysis, and recovery planning.
• Partner with project and field teams to establish production goals and measurable productivity KPIs.
• Monitor project performance and drive corrective action when financial, productivity, schedule, safety, or quality targets are at risk.
• Support change order preparation and negotiation, and become directly involved when requests are disputed or rejected.
• Serve as a senior escalation point for client concerns, commercial conflicts, and relationship management.
• Collaborate with Sales, Estimating, and Preconstruction teams on upcoming opportunities, staffing capacity, project risks, schedules, and execution strategies.
• Promote consistent project controls, accountability, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Telehealth access and HSA/FSA options.
• Employer-paid life, accident, and disability insurance equal to 1.5 times salary.
• Generous paid time off, with increases each year, and 10 paid holidays.
• On-site employee gym and EV plugs and/or bike commuter benefits.
• Educational assistance and career development programs.
• Flexible work environment and a culture that prioritizes team collaboration, work-life balance, and personal well-being.
• 401(k) Savings Plan.
• College Coach and employee assistance program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed