Project Manager - Mechanical

Southland Industries • Carrollton, TX

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Provide overall management direction on one or more mechanical projects (up to $10 million) and develop new business opportunities relative to a particular client, group of clients, particular industry or geographical area. Assume primary leadership responsibilities for each assigned project in partnership with the designated project superintendent. Evaluate the contractual scope of work. Plan, organize and staff key project positions through regional department heads, subordinate project managers, general superintendents, etc. Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policy. Initiate and maintain liaison with prime client and A/E contacts to coordinate scheduling activities and facilitate successful construction activities. Negotiate, prepare and issue subcontracts. Monitor/control project development through administrative direction of on-site project superintendent. Prepare, issue and update master project schedule and variance reports to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget. Manage all financial aspects of contracts (costs, billings, and collections) to maintain profitability goals and positive cash flow while simultaneously maintaining a good relationship with the client. Manage risks. Investigate potentially serious situations to circumvent problems or promptly implement corrective measures as required. Actively pursue additional work through change orders. Ensure project document controls are in compliance with contract requirements and standards. Attend job progress meetings as required. Develop and maintain viable long-term relationships with customers, consultants, general contractors and subcontractors. Supervise/mentor the work of other project managers or assistant project managers, when assigned. Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

Requirements

• 4-yr. mechanical or electrical engineering or construction science degree (or commensurate levels of technical training and related experience)
• OSHA-30 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire)
• Extensive experience/knowledge (5-10 years) of construction design, finance, and management
• Thorough understanding or corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, etc., and their impact on project activities
• Strong project management skills, including documentation cost control procurement scheduling change order pricing negotiating
• Superior communication and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.) skills
• Excellent MS Office skills and ability/drive to learn new software systems
• Ability to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance
• Satisfying all jobsite-specific access requirements, with no outstanding restrictions from any jobsite or from working with any of Brandt’s partnering General Contractors, Owners, Customers, etc.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall management direction on mechanical projects.
• Develop new business opportunities.
• Assume primary leadership responsibilities for assigned projects.
• Evaluate contractual scope of work.
• Plan, organize and staff key project positions.
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards.
• Initiate and maintain liaison with prime client and A/E contacts.
• Negotiate, prepare and issue subcontracts.
• Monitor/control project development.
• Prepare, issue and update master project schedule and variance reports.
• Manage all financial aspects of contracts.
• Manage risks.
• Investigate potentially serious situations to circumvent problems or promptly implement corrective measures.
• Actively pursue additional work through change orders.
• Ensure project document controls are in compliance with contract requirements and standards.
• Attend job progress meetings.
• Develop and maintain viable long-term relationships with customers, consultants, general contractors and subcontractors.
• Supervise/mentor the work of other project managers or assistant project managers.
• Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level