Project Executive – Mechanical

Jobtailor; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager for a mechanical subcontracting role focused on commercial HVAC and plumbing. You will lead project teams, drive safety practices, and oversee full project lifecycles from planning through closeout.

The role requires a 4-year degree in construction management and 10+ years of PM experience, with strong communication, risk management, and client relationship skills. Travel up to 5% may be needed.

Qualifications

• Requires a 4-year degree in construction management or related field.
• Minimum 10+ years of verifiable project management experience with a mechanical subcontractor in commercial HVAC and plumbing.
• Experience handling multiple projects simultaneously (including university buildings).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and able to manage fast-paced multi-project environments.
• Familiar with industry competitors and capable of multitasking across tasks.
• Willingness to travel 0–5% to job sites or offices.

Responsibilities

• Manage Service Project Managers and oversee project life cycle from planning to closeout.
• Lead safety meetings, incident investigations, and enforce safe work practices.
• Coordinate planning across trades to meet code, budget, schedule, and quality.
• Negotiate and prepare procurement documents and review submittals.
• Set up projects and job costing with labor, material, and subcontract costs.
• Track costs, produce monthly reports, and monitor budgets and cash flow.
• Build and maintain relationships with general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and owners.

Skills

Project Management

Team Leadership

Effective Communication

Detail-Oriented

Multitasking

Customer Relationship Management

Risk Management

Education

4 Year Degree in Construction Management

Tools

Job Costing Systems

Change Order Estimation

Quality Assurance

Job description

Responsibilities

• Manage Service Project Managers
• Champion project safety and maintain a safe, secure work environment through safety meetings, incident investigations, and employee involvement
• Oversee project execution through the full project life cycle
• Lead planning and coordination across all trades to meet code and project requirements, budget, schedule, and quality standards
• Ensure compliance with state, local, and federal legal requirements and business ethics
• Conduct and document operational project meetings
• Negotiate and prepare vendor and subcontractor purchase orders and evaluate submittals
• Set up projects and job costing systems with labor, material, other, and subcontract cost codes
• Conduct monthly reports and cost reviews, identify deviations, and keep project leadership informed
• Meet or exceed financial budgets and labor productivity goals
• Drive cash flow through scheduling values, billing, payment collection, and subcontractor cash management
• Coordinate lien waivers, state notifications, and tax documentation
• Coordinate quality assurance of project detail drawings
• Estimate change orders and submit them for approval
• Attend jobsite meetings, schedule deliveries, document site activities, review labor reports, requisition tools and materials, track RFIs, assist with permitting and inspections, approve invoices, and prepare status reports and billings
• Build and maintain customer relationships with general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and owners
• Monitor risk management, contracts, notices to proceed, change orders, insurance certificates, and bonds
• Develop field personnel including workers, foremen, and superintendents
• Verify the quality, accuracy, delivery, and installation of fabrication and equipment
• Finalize O&M and start-up manuals
• Coordinate start-up and commissioning
• Arrange final inspection certification
• Complete punch lists and prepare as-built drawings
• Prepare and send customer warranty letters
• Conduct owner orientation as required
• Collect payments and retainage, close project financials, and archive documentation

Requirements

• 4 Year Degree in Construction Management or applicable fieldwork experience in Plumbing
• Minimum 10+ year's verifiable Project Management experience working for a mechanical subcontractor in commercial HVAC and Plumbing
• Verifiable experience working on various projects at a time, including university buildings
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast-paced environment
• Versed in the industry and the Company's competitors
• Ability to multitask and perform duties outside the scope of work when necessary
• Ability to travel 0–5% of the time to job sites or office locations
• Ability to climb stairs, remain stationary for prolonged periods, and perform repetitive wrist, hand, or finger motions
• Ability to perform light work involving adjusting or moving objects up to 20 pounds

Core Competencies

Demonstrates extensive Project Management expertise in commercial HVAC and Plumbing, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and maintaining project safety. Capable of leading project execution, managing budgets, and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Project Management
• Commercial HVAC Experience
• Plumbing ExpertiseBudget Management
• Safety Compliance

Hard Skills

• Project Life Cycle Management
• Job Costing Systems
• Change Order Estimation
• Quality Assurance
• Risk Management
• Vendor Negotiation
• Financial Reporting
• Subcontractor Management
• Construction Documentation
• Field Personnel Development

Soft Skills

• Effective Communication
• Detail-Oriented
• Multitasking
• Customer Relationship Management
• Team Leadership

Certifications & Qualifications

• 4 Year Degree in Construction Management

Industry Keywords

• Mechanical Subcontractor
• Commercial Projects
• University Buildings
• Safety Meetings
• Incident Investigations
• Compliance Standards
• Project Coordination
• Financial Budgets
• Cash Flow Management
• O&M Manuals