Lead Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager - Specialized Mechanical Construction

Location: DFW Metroplex, TX (On-site) Employment Type: Full-time

About The Company: The company is a well-established leader in providing high-performance mechanical systems installation, serving commercial, industrial, and medical industries since 1980. Expertise encompasses pipe fitting, plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and sheet metal/pipe fabrication. The company leverages state-of-the-art CAD/BIM software in an exciting environment focused on design-build/design-assist projects.

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced Construction Project Manager with a specialized background in mechanical systems to lead complex HVAC and plumbing construction and renovation projects. This role demands a proven track record of managing projects from initiation through closeout, ensuring stringent adherence to cost, schedule, quality, and safety parameters, particularly within active healthcare environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead comprehensive project lifecycle management for multiple concurrent mechanical construction projects, encompassing HVAC, plumbing, and building automation system (BAS) scopes.
• Oversee and direct project engineering and field supervision personnel, ensuring seamless coordination and compliance with contractual documents.
• Expertly manage project financials, including establishing schedules of values, meticulous budget control, cost code adherence, and accurate progress payment application submission/review, with a focus on strategic overbilling goals for optimal cash flow.
• Drive safety excellence by implementing and enforcing robust safety policies in collaboration with dedicated safety professionals.
• Strategically procure materials, equipment, and subcontracts, maintaining rigorous financial controls and records.
• Facilitate the design-build/design-assist process by effectively collaborating with engineering and architectural design teams.
• Cultivate and maintain robust client relationships, identifying opportunities for future project development.
• Administer comprehensive contract compliance, including submittals, shop drawings, operations and maintenance manuals, and the lien process when necessary.
• Lead negotiations for construction change orders and deliver impactful project presentations to stakeholders.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of dedicated project management experience specifically within full mechanical contracting firms or a directly related specialized construction field.
• Mandatory mechanical industry background, demonstrated through education (Construction Management or Mechanical Engineering degree highly preferred) or equivalent, verifiable mechanical construction experience.
• Extensive experience with renovation projects within existing commercial, industrial, and critically, active operating healthcare facilities (75% of portfolio).
• Demonstrated proficiency in managing mechanical & plumbing scope of work, encompassing the full spectrum of HVAC systems (airside/hydronic), plumbing (domestic/medical gas), and BAS.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex construction projects concurrently, maintaining critical path schedules and financial performance.
• Advanced proficiency with construction project management and accounting software, including Timberline or similar enterprise-level systems, MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), and CAD/BIM platforms.
• Expertise in reviewing and loading final estimates into project cost systems, preparing contract billings, and performing detailed cost/budget analysis.
• In-depth understanding of project closeout procedures, including retainage collection.
• Exceptional negotiation skills for change orders and strong presentation abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and coordinate submittals, shop drawings, and O&M manuals for complex mechanical systems.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Highly competitive base salary with a generous project management incentive compensation plan.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401K plan with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Company-provided cell phone and laptop.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Overtime

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person