Project Manager

Jobless; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; 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

Jobless is seeking a Project Manager for construction projects in Birmingham, AL. You will lead project teams, manage subcontractors and vendors, and maintain customer relationships to ensure projects are on schedule, within budget, and meet safety and quality standards.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in mechanical contracting, proven leadership, and hands-on experience with design-build and preconstruction processes. Travel is required to support multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Requires 5+ years in commercial construction PM, ideally HVAC/plumbing mechanical contracting.
• Design-build/preconstruction/design-assist experience preferred.
• Strong ability to interpret drawings, plans and specs.
• Excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with construction management software (Procore/PlanGrid/MS Project) and travel readiness.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall project leadership from preconstruction through closeout.
• Manage day-to-day project execution, resolving scope, schedule, cost and quality issues.
• Lead bidding, estimating, negotiations, and buyout activities.
• Establish and maintain budgets, cost controls and profit projections.
• Deliver professional communication with owners, general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Ensure adherence to company processes, safety standards, and quality requirements.
• Review drawings/specs, identify risks, and guide the team through execution.
• Oversee submittals, RFIs, change orders, and document control.
• Prepare, review, and approve project change orders and pricing.
• Lead job start meetings, profit projection meetings, and closeout reviews.
• Develop and manage project schedules and manpower plans.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Team collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Eng / Construction Mgmt / Building Science

Tools

Procore

PlanGrid

MS 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.
• Must be willing to travel.

Benefits

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