Mechanical Project Manager

Jobot; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 125,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Mechanical Project Manager in Reno, NV to lead complex mechanical projects from preconstruction through completion. You will coordinate with field teams, VDC/CAD, fabrication shops, and project accountants to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role requires 5+ years of mechanical PM experience in construction, strong leadership, budgeting, and contract negotiation. A Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of mechanical project management experience in construction.
• Experience coordinating with field teams, subcontractors and vendors, and negotiating contracts.
• Strong leadership and ability to lead and manage a team.
• Excellent PM skills: scheduling, budgeting, and contract management.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Proactive problem-solving approach and ability to anticipate issues.
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all aspects of mechanical projects, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.
• Track and forecast project-level financials, providing updates to executives.
• Coordinate with field supervisors, fabrication shop, VDC/CAD/Detailing personnel, project engineers, and project accountants.
• Produce and manage project schedules and meet deadlines.
• Handle change management: assemble estimates, budgets, and proposals.
• Manage subcontractors and vendors to ensure quality and timeliness.
• Negotiate contracts for best terms.
• Attend project meetings and provide updates.
• Lead and manage the project team and foster a collaborative environment.
• Oversee budgeting and contract management for financial efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Financial forecasting

Contract negotiation

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Scheduling

Education

Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management degree

Job description

Job Details

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Tiffany D'Angelo

Salary: $125,000 - $160,000 per year

A bit about us

Our client is a well-established mechanical contractor specializing in complex commercial and industrial projects, including healthcare, education, high-tech, data centers, and other mission-critical facilities. With decades of industry experience, they have built a strong reputation for quality craftsmanship, innovation, safety, and delivering challenging projects successfully.

Their team combines experienced field professionals with advanced design, BIM, fabrication, and construction capabilities, allowing them to provide comprehensive mechanical solutions from preconstruction through project completion.

Why join us?

Our client offers the opportunity to work on high-profile, technically challenging projects while building a long-term career with a respected mechanical contractor. Employees benefit from a collaborative, safety-focused culture, strong resources, career development opportunities, and exposure to a wide variety of project types.

With a commitment to investing in their people, technology, and operations, our client provides an environment where experienced professionals can take on meaningful responsibilities, grow their careers, and make an impact on some of the region's most significant construction projects.

Job Title: Mechanical Project Manager

Location: Reno, NV

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all aspects of mechanical projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• Track and forecast project-level financials, providing regular updates to executives.
• Coordinate with field supervisors, foremen, fabrication shop foremen, VDC/CAD/Detailing personnel, project engineers, and project accountants to ensure smooth project execution.
• Produce and manage project schedules, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Handle change management, including assembling estimates, budgets, and proposals.
• Manage subcontractors and vendors, ensuring they deliver quality work on time and within budget.
• Negotiate contracts to ensure the best terms for the company.
• Attend project meetings, providing updates and feedback as required.
• Lead and manage the project team, fostering a positive work environment and encouraging team collaboration.
• Oversee budgeting and contract management to ensure financial efficiency.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical project management within the construction industry.
• Proven experience in coordinating with various teams, managing subcontractors and vendors, and negotiating contracts.
• Strong leadership skills, with a proven ability to lead and manage a team.
• Excellent project management skills, with a keen understanding of project scheduling, budgeting, and contract management.
• Exceptional negotiation skills, with a proven ability to secure the best terms for the company.
• Strong financial acumen, with experience in tracking and forecasting project-level financials.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to anticipate and mitigate potential issues before they arise.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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