Project Manager

B-G Mechanical, an HVAC mechanical contractor, is looking for a Project Manager to oversee the performance of projects by coordinating the flow of information to ensure the successful completion of deliverables, obtain a quality installation, and deliver exceptional customer service. Plan, execute, and deliver projects on time, within budget, and in accordance with specifications.

Essential Job Functions

 Maintain a thorough understanding of Mechanical Systems and the related codes and industry standards.

 Maintain, or actively pursue, a high level of proficiency in HVAC, process piping, and plumbing.

 Continually evaluate designs to improve productivity, profit, and customers’ satisfaction.

 Participate in a turnover of projects from estimating and take away a thorough understanding of the project.

 Provide useful post project cost performance back to estimating.

 Prepare, implement, and monitor a detailed construction plan on major jobs.

 Assemble high quality estimates and proposals on small projects.

 Purchase or assist in the purchasing of materials, equipment, and subcontracts.

 Negotiate acceptable sequences and durations for the work in the general construction schedule.

 Provide accurate forecasts of cost to complete and cost at completion.

 Responsible for timely and cost effective buy out of subcontracts and equipment.

 Prepare or assist in the preparation of scopes for subcontracts and negotiated agreements.

 Establish and monitor purchasing and submittal records.

 Expedite delivery and inspection of equipment and materials.

 Expedite submittals from supplier and audit for completeness and compliance with contract requirements (secure approval for deviation from requirements).

 Incorporate approved changes with profit potential and provide proposals promptly.

 Maintain a timely log identifying the status of all changes.

 Promptly update accounting system to accurately reflect changes.

 Identify, quote, and sell changes to the scope of work.

 Negotiate profitable time and material rates.

 Manage the orderly build-up and reduction of crew size to avoid crisis-manning levels.

 Maintain job site environment which maximizes trade productivity (adequate material, equipment, tools, proper access, frequent communication, and clear directives).

 Redeem labor estimates.

 Effectively identify and resolve trade productivity problems.

 Develop favorable relationships with prospective and existing customers.

 Negotiate front-end loaded contract breakdowns.

 Promptly prepare and submit progress billings. Recognize money due for change orders performed, proceed orders, time and material work completed, material purchased and not installed, etc.

 Sell the maximum cash value of progress billings.

 Maintain and audit records to determine the status of the job; relative to productivity, cash flow, manpower loading, submittal status, delivery, schedule changes, change order status, estimate redemption, and profitability.

 Comply with safety and accident prevention provisions established by the contracts, by statute, and by company safe operating procedures.

 Influence the selection of work methods and practice to ensure minimum risk exposure.

 Record general construction progress, project conditions and their effect on us (daily log, photographs, etc.).

 Expedite completion of recognized deficiencies; secure agreement on or take documentary action in dispute items.

 Promptly submit as built and operating/maintenance manuals.

 Maintain or improve estimated gross profit on all assigned jobs.

 Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

 Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related program

 5-7 years of experience working in the construction industry, HVAC preferred

 Excellent communication, organizational and leadership skills

 Works well under pressure, manages and meets project deadlines

 Financial acumen/ability to comprehend budget structures

 Ability to interact with all levels of management

 Strong client focus with the desire to achieve significant results