Asst Project Manager

Comfort Systems USA, Southwest Inc.; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid medical

Dental

Vision Insurance

AD&D and Short-Term Disability

401k with immediate company contrib

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Company Truck

Pre-employment drug screen

MVR screening

Job summary

Comfort Systems USA Southwest seeks an Assistant Project Manager to plan, direct, and coordinate mechanical, plumbing, and sheet metal construction projects. Under mentorship, you will support budgets, schedules, contracts, procurement, billing, cost control, and team coordination from preconstruction turnover through closeout.

You will work with project teams, field supervision, and clients to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while expanding leadership responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or at least 7 years of progressive construction experience.
• Experience supporting or managing mechanical, plumbing, and/or sheet metal construction projects.
• Knowledge of budgets, schedules, documentation, and closeout processes.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and presentations with clients and teams.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations for assigned projects and plan labor resources.
• Coordinate preconstruction turnover, permitting, and closeout activities.
• Prepare, review, and monitor project budgets and schedules; track cost control.
• Oversee contract administration, procurement, change orders, and invoicing.
• Communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to stay aligned.

Skills

Communication

Budgeting

Scheduling

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or 7+ years construction experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Build complex projects. Grow your leadership. Make an impact. Comfort Systems USA Southwest is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to help plan, direct, and coordinate assigned mechanical, plumbing, and sheet metal construction projects. Working under the mentorship of a Project Manager and Operations Manager, this role supports projects from preconstruction turnover through closeout. This is an opportunity for an experienced construction professional to expand project leadership skills while taking meaningful responsibility for budgets, schedules, contracts, procurement, billing, cost control, and team coordination.

What you will do

• Support and manage day-to-day operations for assigned projects, exercising sound independent judgment within established project objectives and policies.
• Partner with field supervision to build cohesive project teams, plan labor resources, monitor productivity, and keep work aligned with schedule and budget.
• Serve as a liaison among internal and external groups, acting independently on matters within the role's assigned responsibilities.
• Prepare, review, update, and distribute project budgets and schedules; monitor cost control, forecasting, financial performance, and monthly contract valuations.
• Oversee contract administration and documentation to reduce risk, avoid claims, and protect the interests of the company and its clients.
• Coordinate preconstruction turnover, permitting, project setup, scheduling, submittal management, and closeout activities.
• Coordinate material and equipment procurement, execute buyout plans, and negotiate and administer subcontract agreements.
• Develop billing schedules of values; manage progress billings, retention, receivables, and collection activity in accordance with due dates.
• Price, negotiate, document, and process change conditions and change orders.
• Review and approve subcontractor and supplier invoices, and manage tools and rental equipment across assigned projects.
• Help ensure assigned projects are properly staffed and assist with labor resource loading and productivity review.
• Communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, field teams, and internal partners to keep project activity coordinated.
• Comply with company policies and safety practices, and exercise stop-work authority whenever an unsafe condition is present.

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, or at least 7 years of progressive construction experience.
• Experience supporting or managing mechanical, plumbing, and/or sheet metal construction projects, including budgets, schedules, documentation, and closeout.
• Ability to make independent decisions about project methods and complexities while seeking guidance on critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters.
• Working knowledge of contracts, procurement, subcontract administration, billing, change management, labor productivity, cost control, and forecasting.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and in presentations with customers, clients, managers, teams, and the public.
• Ability to solve practical problems, follow written, oral, diagram, and schedule-based instructions, and apply sound judgment in standardized situations.
• Ability to calculate percentages, proportions, area, circumference, volume, and other construction-related figures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Project.
• A cooperative, professional approach and the ability to perform effectively under pressure while managing competing deadlines.

Benefits

• Paid Weekly Medical
• Dental
• Vision Insurance Life
• AD&D and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible spending or Health Savings account 401k Plan w/ Immediate company contribution
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Holidays
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company Truck
• Pre-Employment drug screen and background check required
• Must pass MVR screening

Rate of pay is Depending on Experience & Skillset!! ***

Comfort Systems is an EO/AA employer.

At Comfort Systems USA Southwest, we believe in the power of great people. We are more than just a company; we are a community of dedicated professionals committed to providing top-notch HVAC and mechanical services. Our success is driven by our team’s passion, innovation, and commitment to excellence. If you’re looking for a rewarding career with a company that values your skills and supports your growth, Comfort Systems USA Southwest is the place for you. Explore our current job openings and take the first step towards a fulfilling and dynamic career.