Project Manager

ACCO Engineered Systems; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 110,520 - 147,360; Full time

Job summary

ACCO Engineered Systems in Commerce, California is seeking a Project Manager responsible for managing HVAC/plumbing/process sales, coordinating field labor, and ensuring project success. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Mechanical Engineering, over 5 years of HVAC project experience, and demonstrate strong project management and interpersonal skills.

This role demands proactive communication with clients and internal teams to maintain effective working relationships, alongside a keen understanding of project financials. Compensation ranges from $110,520 to $147,360 annually, dependent on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in estimating, design, and/or management of HVAC projects.
• Ability to operate independently and demonstrate integrity.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple issues effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from sales through completion.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Forecast and control project budgets.

Skills

Project management

Client relations

HVAC systems knowledge

Budget control

Interpersonal skills

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)

Business Systems Software (JDE, IFS, BidTracer, FastEst, Bluebeam, Box, Smartsheet)

Job description

General Job Description

The Project Manager is expected to develop and maintain a client base, manage HVAC/plumbing/process sales, and coordinate the field labor needs for each project in conjunction with field leadership. The Project Manager will use judgment and discretion in representing the company. They are expected to show a high level of commitment and involvement with their work and the company’s business.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Project Management

• The Project Manager is the single-source responsibility to ACCO and the customer.
• Perform all project management functions required to promote and finalize sales, including concept engineering, complete estimates, written proposals, meetings, leading to successful job completion.
• Successful management of contracts, including sales, estimating, procurement, and execution.
• Coordination of field labor and installation sequencing between the customer and ACCO’s field leadership.

Understand Financial Aspects of the Job

• Forecasting, prepare budget projections and control costs within agreed upon limits.
• Provide letters, proposals, memos, contracts, change orders, and strategies for good business procedures and legal protection.
• Billing, while maintaining a clear understanding of job costs.

Build and Manage Relationships with Internal and External Customers

• External Client Relations – Leadership of client meetings and the development of contracts to finalize sales. Maintain cordial relationships with all clients, including vendors, subcontractors and the industry.
• Internal Team Coordination – Provide project coordination, leadership and guidance of all ACCO departmental efforts including Engineering, Purchasing, Accounting, Construction and Service during project construction in a timely manner.
• Contribute to special studies, committees, etc. as directed by your supervisor to advance ACCO’s technical abilities in engineering, planning and estimating, installation procedures, and related areas.

Effective Communication with Internal and External Customers

• Consult with appropriate ACCO personnel including all Management and Department Heads.
• Attend all ACCO Project Management Sales and Construction Meetings.
• Schedule and coordinate construction project kickoff meetings with department heads and supervisors.

Utilize Internal Resources to Meet Customer Requirements

• The Project Manager utilizes and coordinates staff from all departments, as needed, for each project.
• Mentoring – Act as a mentor to others assigned by your supervisor and actively participate in recruiting, training, and coaching of sales staff to support department initiatives and growth.
• Other duties and special assignments as directed by your supervisor or upper management to accomplish mutually agreed upon goals.

Position Requirements

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field (preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in estimating, design, and/or management of HVAC projects from $50,000 to $25+ million.
• Ability to operate independently and autonomously to facilitate goals outlined by your supervisor.
• Demonstrate a corresponding high sense of integrity.
• Demonstrated experience/ability to develop new business.
• Strong interpersonal and project management abilities, employing strong organizational skills to respond successfully to a high volume of issues.
• Maintain a community presence in an industry-based or community-based organization.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
• Experience preferred in Business Systems Software (JDE, IFS, BidTracer, FastEst, Bluebeam, Box, Smartsheet, etc.).

ACCO Competencies

• Proactivity/Initiative: Recognizes what needs to be done and accomplishes it in a manner appropriate for one’s level/position and with minimal supervision.
• Perseverance: Shows the wherewithal to fight for difficult goals despite challenges and to bounce back from adversity.
• Insight: The ability to gather and make sense of information that suggests new possibilities.
• Engagement: Shows a knack for using emotion and logic to communicate a persuasive vision and connect with people.
• Teamwork: The ability to effectively work toward common goals with others by supporting, encouraging, and sharing information in an authentic and approachable manner.
• Big Picture: Understands and contributes to organizations’ short- and long-term business strategy. On a personal level has independently developed a vision for short- and long-term career success.
• Motivation/Dedication: Commits to excellence in pursuing unselfish goals. Initiates action with collective goals takes responsibility and shows personal humility.
• Technical Curiosity/Willingness to Learn: Interest in seeking out new experiences, knowledge, and candid feedback; demonstrating an openness to learning and change.
• Problem-Solver: Ability to identify, analyze, and solve a problem in support of personal, group, department, or organizational objectives.

Physical Requirements

• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, especially when conducting job site walks.
• Must possess & maintain a valid Class C driver’s license and have the ability to drive a vehicle.
• Regular and routine attendance.

Typical Hours

Monday to Friday, starting as early as 6:00 am and ending at 7:00 pm.

Travel

Based on business needs to and from the primary office to regional branch offices & job sites. Varying work in varying locations.

Competitive Wages

$110,520 to $147,360 Annual Salary. Applicants please note that actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others. The offered wage or salary is only one aspect of an employee's total compensation.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

ACCO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AA M/F/V/D.
We proudly hire U.S. Military Veterans, and those qualified are encouraged to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.
ACCO will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment.