Project Manager

hardycorp; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Hardycorp in Birmingham, Alabama is looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead planning and execution of construction projects. You'll manage teams, budgets, and timelines while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, at least 5 years of project management experience, and proficiency in construction software like Procore and Microsoft Project.

Join Hardycorp to enjoy benefits including paid time off, insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction project management.
• Proven experience with design-build and preconstruction.
• Ability to interpret construction documents and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall project execution and manage day-to-day operations.
• Establish and maintain project budgets and cost controls.
• Develop and manage project schedules and manpower plans.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Building Science

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Procore

PlanGrid

Microsoft Project

Job description

Position Summary

The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for the overall planning, execution, financial performance, and successful delivery of assigned construction projects. This role leads project teams, manages subcontractors and vendors, maintains strong customer relationships, and ensures projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with company standards and processes.

Core Values

The Project Manager is expected to consistently embody and promote the following core values:

• Trustworthy – Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and transparency in all decisions and communications.
• Positive Work Ethic – Shows initiative, resilience, and a commitment to excellence.
• Team Player – Leads collaboratively, supports team development, and fosters strong working relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall project leadership from preconstruction through closeout.
• Manage day-to-day project execution, proactively resolving issues related to scope, schedule, cost, and quality.
• Lead bidding, estimating, negotiations, and buyout activities.
• Establish and maintain project budgets, cost controls, and profit projections.
• Deliver clear, professional, and timely communication with owners, general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Ensure adherence to Hardy processes, safety standards, and quality requirements.
• Thoroughly review drawings and specifications, identify risks or unique requirements, and guide the team through execution.
• Oversee submittals, RFIs, change orders, and document control, ensuring all partners are working from current information.
• Prepare, review, and approve project change orders and pricing.
• Lead and facilitate job start meetings, profit projection meetings, and closeout reviews.
• Develop and manage project schedules and manpower plans, including forecasting, adjustments, and staffing coordination.
• Select subcontractors and vendors; negotiate, write, and execute subcontracts and purchase orders.
• Approve invoices, track labor and material costs, and update financial forecasts.
• Conduct regular job site visits to monitor progress, safety, quality, and coordination.
• Mentor and support Assistant Project Managers and project team members.
• Manage assigned projects with full responsibility for safety, quality, schedule, customer satisfaction, and profitability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Building Science, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction project management, preferably HVAC and Plumbing mechanical contracting, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven experience with design-build, preconstruction, and design-assist project delivery.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to interpret construction documents, plans, and specifications.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Experience with Procore, PlanGrid, Microsoft Project, pull planning, or similar construction software.

Benefits

• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays