Senior Project Manager

Crete United•Charleston, SC

18h•$90,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

AC Corporation, a Crete United company, is a well-established mechanical contractor with a long track record across North and South Carolina. We're hiring a Mechanical Project Manager in Charleston to own client projects from estimate through closeout and to grow long-term relationships with owner-direct customers. This role suits a PM who wants real ownership: estimating, buyout, execution, margin, and the customer relationship. You'll manage a mix of owner-direct work, along with design-build and design-assist projects.

Requirements

5+ years of mechanical (HVAC) construction project management experience
Ability to estimate mechanical work
Working knowledge of HVAC systems layout, design, and installation
Experience coordinating mechanical work with other trades, GCs, and owners
Ability to negotiate with customers and resolve conflicts while protecting the relationship
Strong written and verbal communication with field, technical, and executive audiences
Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Bluebeam
Pre-employment drug test required.

Nice To Haves

Degree in construction management, mechanical engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
Experience with AutoCAD and Viewpoint a plus

Responsibilities

Maintain and grow long-term owner-direct relationships with assigned key accounts through regular customer visits, progress updates, and coordination.
Price mechanical work through both site surveys and plan review.
Lead project setup and buyout, and coordinate with supervisors, foremen, and other trades.
Issue purchase orders for equipment, materials, and subcontractors on time to protect the schedule.
Build the project plan, including scope, resources, and timing, and coordinate with field superintendents, clients, general contractors, and subcontractors to meet completion dates.
Identify and price scope changes with the client or GC. Make sure field foremen understand the original scope so changes are caught early.
Work with trade superintendents to staff each project with the right number of workers at the right skill level. Keep manpower projections current.
Complete monthly billings, job cost reports, and manpower forecasts to protect estimated margins. Submit POs and subcontracts to accounting on time and resolve unapproved invoices.
Make sure labor and materials meet project specifications through site visits, drawing and spec review, and ongoing client communication.
Deliver as-built drawings and O&M manuals, set warranty dates, complete punch list items, and collect final billing.