Project Manager

Harris Brand•Shreveport, LA

16d

About The Position

The purpose of your role as a Project Manager The project manager will provide project management support during all phases of HVAC construction to ensure project standards, budget, deadlines and communications are maintained. Safety: Manage Safety Compliance and foster a culture of safety Perform site walkthroughs and inspections. Assure site safety compliance by ensuring all safety requirements are being performed - this includes site specific safety plans, audits, tool box talks, pre-task planning and being proficient in using Industry Safe. Scope: Document Control and Review Review, process, organize, log and distribute Contract Documents (drawings, specifications, schedules, RFIs, Construction Bulletins, etc.) and shop drawings/submittals to appropriate team members (e.g. Harris project team, subcontractors, fab shop and vendors). Distribute and log all of the above activities for the team Draft, submit and track RFIs and their corresponding responses Attend field coordination meetings & distribute meeting notes Administer project specific quality control program and compile documentation Administer/update progress drawings and as-built drawings Administer project closeout documentation including Operation and Maintenance manuals, spare parts, startup reports, owner training and punch lists Review and understand project documents. Communicate and clarify questions/issues with project team Manage Scope of Work Identify, price and negotiate change orders Schedule: Basic Schedule Management and Field Resources Provide duration/task information to general contractor in development of overall project schedule Provide basic schedule to general contractor and subcontractors Review overall project schedule and provide feedback to general contractor as needed Develop weekly/bi-weekly work plans to support and drive overall schedule Modify work plans and communicate as needed Review, communicate and manage labor requirements with Manpower coordinator. Attend weekly manpower/labor meetings Procurement Management & Coordination Maintain equipment procurement logs Manage and track tool and equipment rentals Order Equipment and coordinate shipping schedules with Purchasing Department Cost: Estimation Coordinate with suppliers, vendors and subcontractors to estimate projects Prepare estimates utilizing estimating software Attend pre-bid, page turn, project turnover and preplanning meetings as required Assist/prepare scope/proposal letter Financial Management Manage, track and report labor productivity in accounting software on a weekly basis and oversee and assure weekly PDCA activities Track, update and report job financial status, potential risks using accounting software Manage communications between all subcontractors, vendors and suppliers to ensure all changes in project costs are updated and current Assemble Schedule of Values (SOV) and ensure project billings are submitted on time while striving for positive cash flow Track, monitor and communicate project collection issues including lien rights management, customer calls, etc. Prepare for and attend monthly PM reviews. Actively participate in monthly PM reviews, communicating project financials, status and updates Relationships & Sales: Develop, Build & Maintain relationships Develop and maintain relationships with key clients. (Owners and General Contractors) Support Sales Process As required, establish industry relationships to ensure project sales growth in the future Attend customer outings and events Communicate company interest and capabilities to potential customers for future projects and/or change orders Support and drive division sales goals. Manage key accounts accordingly Other tasks & duties: Other tasks and duties may be necessary due to project specific conditions, and as directed What we’re looking for in you As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers the stability, resources, and opportunities of a national company along with the team culture, creative spirit, and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and enjoy new challenges, we want to meet you. From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, and concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity across multiple regional locations throughout the country. Harris Benefits + Compensation Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401K with company match Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays Paid parental leave Short-Term Incentive Plan Visit our Careers Page for additional benefits details: https://www.harriscompany.com/careers/employee-benefits-at-a-glance Pay Range: $60,417 to $90,625 The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in a technical field or journeyman-level certification required
Knowledge of and/or experience within the building and construction industry
Strong understanding of mechanical systems and their applications
Ability to read and interpret construction documents and specifications
Experience with or knowledge of estimating techniques, tools, and estimating software
Familiarity with Harris accounting, project, and labor management software
Experience with project management platforms (e.g., MS Project, MS SharePoint, Procore, etc.)
Knowledge of computer-aided design (CAD) software

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Manage Safety Compliance and foster a culture of safety
Perform site walkthroughs and inspections
Assure site safety compliance by ensuring all safety requirements are being performed - this includes site specific safety plans, audits, tool box talks, pre-task planning and being proficient in using Industry Safe
Review, process, organize, log and distribute Contract Documents (drawings, specifications, schedules, RFIs, Construction Bulletins, etc.) and shop drawings/submittals to appropriate team members (e.g. Harris project team, subcontractors, fab shop and vendors)
Distribute and log all of the above activities for the team
Draft, submit and track RFIs and their corresponding responses
Attend field coordination meetings & distribute meeting notes
Administer project specific quality control program and compile documentation
Administer/update progress drawings and as-built drawings
Administer project closeout documentation including Operation and Maintenance manuals, spare parts, startup reports, owner training and punch lists
Review and understand project documents
Communicate and clarify questions/issues with project team
Identify, price and negotiate change orders
Provide duration/task information to general contractor in development of overall project schedule
Provide basic schedule to general contractor and subcontractors
Review overall project schedule and provide feedback to general contractor as needed
Develop weekly/bi-weekly work plans to support and drive overall schedule
Modify work plans and communicate as needed
Review, communicate and manage labor requirements with Manpower coordinator
Attend weekly manpower/labor meetings
Maintain equipment procurement logs
Manage and track tool and equipment rentals
Order Equipment and coordinate shipping schedules with Purchasing Department
Coordinate with suppliers, vendors and subcontractors to estimate projects
Prepare estimates utilizing estimating software
Attend pre-bid, page turn, project turnover and preplanning meetings as required
Assist/prepare scope/proposal letter
Manage, track and report labor productivity in accounting software on a weekly basis and oversee and assure weekly PDCA activities
Track, update and report job financial status, potential risks using accounting software
Manage communications between all subcontractors, vendors and suppliers to ensure all changes in project costs are updated and current
Assemble Schedule of Values (SOV) and ensure project billings are submitted on time while striving for positive cash flow
Track, monitor and communicate project collection issues including lien rights management, customer calls, etc.
Prepare for and attend monthly PM reviews
Actively participate in monthly PM reviews, communicating project financials, status and updates
Develop and maintain relationships with key clients. (Owners and General Contractors)
As required, establish industry relationships to ensure project sales growth in the future
Attend customer outings and events
Communicate company interest and capabilities to potential customers for future projects and/or change orders
Support and drive division sales goals
Manage key accounts accordingly
Other tasks and duties may be necessary due to project specific conditions, and as directed