Mechanical Lead

Who We Are

Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over 2,700 Teammates in 19 offices domestically and internationally, we build long-term support relationships in the energy generation, manufacturing, research and development, and process-heavy industry in on-site support arrangements, in plant-level small projects and consulting roles, and in larger capital projects.

Hargrove’s key operating principle is to provide the Right People, in the Right Place, at the Right Time. We believe that relationships and partnering together provide the best results and long-term benefits for our clients.

Work-life balance and flexibility are important areas of focus for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business. important areas of focus for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business.

What You'll Be Doing

Job Summary: Generally responsible for total delivery of services safely, on time, within performance budget and meeting quality expectations on moderately complex projects. Work at this level requires progressive experience in construction management and involves utilization of project controls for cost, schedule and quality of projects. This work will be performed under minimal supervision.

Primary Responsibilities Will Include But Not Be Limited To

• The Worker shall support site management with contractor oversight and contract administration on the Project to which they are assigned, including field coordination of activities and administrative tasks related to contract documentation in Purchaser’s Project Information Management System (PIMS) for their assigned discipline. These documents include but are not limited to Project Specifications, Drawings, General Conditions, and Special Conditions.
• The Worker shall adhere to and ensure onsite contractor adherence to site safety procedures and programs, including behavior-based safety (BBS) program utilizing the Purchaser’s software.
• The Worker shall adhere to and participate in the Purchaser’s Stop Work Authority (SWA) program.
• The Worker shall adhere to and participate in Southern Safety Trilateral (SST) front-line supervisor training.
• The Worker shall adhere to and ensure onsite contractor adherence to site quality procedures and programs, including participation in quality surveillance program utilizing the Purchaser’s software.
• The Worker shall document daily activities and interactions with contractors through the Daily Log form in PIMS. Frequency to be set by individual Project site.
• The Worker shall attend and participate in the necessary Project meetings based on their individual role.
• The Worker shall become familiar with and be able to interpret any technical specifications and drawings related to the scope of work they are overseeing.
• The Worker shall coordinate and facilitate receipt of material and/or equipment delivery as designated by the Purchaser’s representative.
• The Worker shall complete any necessary deliverables as defined by their individual role or as directed by Purchasers onsite representatives.
• The Worker shall ensure contractors follow and adhere to all LOTO and confirmed space procedures, including serving as Purchaser’s representative when ensuring all LOTOs are performed, setup, requested, documented, walked down, and maintained as required.
• The Worker shall assist the Purchaser with development of scopes of work for competitive inquiries.
• The Worker shall assist the Purchaser in year end contractor evaluations for the work the Worker is overseeing.
• The Worker shall assist the Purchaser in contract closeout activities for the work the Worker is overseeing.
• The Worker shall assist the Purchaser in invoice validation for the work the Worker is overseeing.
• The Worker shall coordinate their daily activities to support the Project with Purchaser’s onsite representatives.
• The Worker shall understand their role/responsibilities and be able to respond to site/project conditions, as applicable, on behalf of the Purchaser’s onsite representatives in a timely manner and with minimal direction or supervision.
• The Worker shall immediately report any incidents, unsafe conditions, unusual activities, or otherwise unforeseen circumstances to the Purchaser’s onsite representative.
  
  

This position offers a highly competitive compensation package, including paid time off, health insurance benefits, and matching retirement contributions.

Ideal Background

Education: High School diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Construction Science, Building Science or related field from an accredited university is highly preferred.

Licensing: General Contractors License is highly preferred.

Experience: This position requires a minimum 5 years of relevant industrial construction management or project related experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to lead a small team to deliver on commitments.
• Knowledge of the Hargrove project execution procedures.
• Knowledge and application of company business standards and good practices.
• Knowledge and application of company engineering standards and project controls tools.
• Demonstrated proficiency in complex project management.
• Ability to lead a team to deliver on commitments.
• A comprehensive understanding of the function of all engineering disciplines, procurement, and construction processes.
• Ability to manage client relationships in complex situations.
• Ability to relate easily to others in the business community such as customers, suppliers, contractors, government, professional and trade associations.
• Ability to handle stress with poise.
• Understanding of existing and potential customer needs and preferences.
• Ability to delegate authority appropriately.
• Ability to clearly communicate expectations and requirements to team members and to structure accountability.
• Ability to set priorities.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with team orientation.
• Coaching and mentoring skills and experience.
• Excellent listening and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform work outdoors in hot or cold climates.
• Ability to perform duties while wearing personal protective equipment such as a fire-retardant jumpsuit, safety glasses, ear plugs and hard hat.
  
  

Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.

Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.

As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.