Project Manager

Sylvan, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

FM Sylvan, Inc. in the Dallas–Fort Worth area is seeking an experienced Project Manager to drive project execution and grow local relationships as we expand in this region.

You will plan, execute and finalize projects on time and within budget, coordinating internal teams and third-party contractors while addressing safety and quality concerns. Strong communication and leadership are essential, with ability to travel up to 25% as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in building science, construction management, or engineering or equivalent work experience.
• Five+ years of project management experience.
• Experience with large-scale mechanical scopes and Data Center projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely direct and manage project development from beginning to end.
• Plan and coordinate manpower on site.
• Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals.
• Develop full-scale project plans and budget proposals.
• Communicate project expectations clearly to team members.
• Manage change orders and track timelines.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Time management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in building science, construction management, or engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

FM Sylvan, Inc. is a market-leading, trusted industrial services contractor to Fortune 500 companies. We are actively seeking an experienced Project Manager to support strategic growth in Dallas Fort-Worth. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving project execution, developing local relationships, and delivering high-quality results as Sylvan expands into this region.

The Project Manager will be responsible to plan, execute and finalize projects within budget and according to strict deadlines. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors in order to deliver projects according to plan and schedule. The Project Manager will also define the project’s objectives and strategically navigate issues that could adversely impact safety, execution, and quality control. Multi-tasking and time management skills will be essential in managing multiple projects concurrently.

Job Responsibilities

• Safely direct and manage project development from beginning to end.
• High-level planning and coordination of all manpower on site.
• Direct and provide expertise as a liaison with customers, contractors, and sub-contractors.
• Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals.
• Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents.
• Effective, clear & timely communication of the project expectations to team members.
• Draft and submit budget proposals and subsequent budget changes where necessary.
• Manage Estimates and Change Orders.
• Assess need for additional field staff and make the appropriate recommendations.
• Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
• Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project scope and crew members.
• Plan, schedule and track project timelines/milestones and deliverables.
• Prepare status/progress reports and analyze results – troubleshoot problem areas.
• Proactively manage changes in the work, identify potential crises & contingency plans.
• Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members and subcontractors.
• Build, develop and grow business relationships vital to success of the project.
• Conduct project post-mortems and create recommendations report.
• Develop and cultivate customer relationships to ensure repeat business.
• Must be able to travel up to 25% as needed.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in building science, construction management, or engineering and/or equivalent work experience.

Experience

• A minimum of five (5) years’ Project Management experience, managing $20M+ mechanical scopes of work preferred.
• Data Center experience preferred.
• Experience working both independently and in a team environment.
• Can conform to shifting priorities due to demands and timeline changes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Strong interpersonal skills with a professional, positive 'can-do' attitude
• Possess excellent communication skills to effectively interface and negotiate.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word & Excel; create clearly written notifications and RFI's.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Capable in contract management including customer and lower-tier contracts.
• Able to identify work scope changes and create detailed change order requests.
• Risk management and safety orientated; maintain OSHA and MUST certifications