Project Manager - Mechanical

Overview

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POSITION SUMMARY:

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 Brandt’s 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 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 Brandt 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.

• Extensive experience/knowledge (5-10 years) of construction design, finance, and management
• Thorough understanding of 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
• Employment is contingent upon satisfying all jobsite-specific access requirements, with no outstanding restrictions from any jobsite or from working with Brandt’s partnering General Contractors, Owners, Customers, etc.

• 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)

• 401(k) Plan
• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Disability Income Protection Insurance
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
• Holidays/Vacation/Personal Time/Life Events Leave
• Numerous training opportunities and company-paid membership for professional associations and licenses

Southland Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to protected characteristics. We comply with applicable laws and regulations.