Project Manager

DECCO; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DECCO is seeking a Project Manager in the New England area to lead construction and related projects from planning to delivery, ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction. The role emphasizes strong budget management and cross-functional coordination with internal and client teams.

The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in mechanical systems, plumbing, and construction drawings, with 5–10 years of commercial construction PM experience and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering/Construction Management or related field is required.
• Five to ten years of experience in commercial construction project management is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and establish project objectives with the project team.
• Accountable for managing and maintaining budget, profitability goals, and financial reporting.
• Prepare estimates, budgets, proposals, and cost analyses to support successful project execution.
• Maintain client relationships and work closely with their account representatives.
• Manage material and equipment procurement activities.
• Oversee project documentation including RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, turnover packages, closeout documentation, and as-built drawings.
• Identify and manage project risks while protecting DECCO’s financial and contractual interests.
• Champion DECCO’s safety culture and ensure compliance with all company, client, and regulatory safety requirements.
• Scope compliance and change order estimating when applicable
• Oversee the maintenance of project documents
• Participate in company meetings, training programs, and organizational events

Skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Plumbing experience

Construction drawings

Conflict resolution

Analytical thinking

Time management

Communication

Education

B.S. in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team? As a Project Manager with DECCO, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with a talented team, and advance your skills and career. We provide specialized construction, maintenance, critical equipment handling, fabrication, and high purity services to leading biopharmaceutical, technology, and industrial clients throughout New England.

Position Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for the overall planning, execution, financial performance, and successful delivery of assigned projects while exemplifying DECCO’s Core Values and commitment to safety, quality, and client satisfaction. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and establish project objectives with the project team
• Accountable for managing and maintaining budget, profitability goals, and financial reporting
• Prepare estimates, budgets, proposals, and cost analyses to support successful project execution
• Maintain client relationships and work closely with their account representatives
• Manage material and equipment procurement activities
• Oversee project documentation including RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, turnover packages, closeout documentation, and as-built drawings
• Identify and manage project risks while protecting DECCO’s financial and contractual interests
• Champion DECCO’s safety culture and ensure compliance with all company, client, and regulatory safety requirements
• Scope compliance and change order estimating when applicable
• Oversee the maintenance of project documents
• Participate in company meetings, training programs, and organizational events

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• B.S. in Engineering, Construction Management, related field or work-related experience is strongly preferred. Five to ten years of experience in commercial construction project management is required.
• Advanced knowledge of mechanical systems and construction standards.
• Plumbing industry experience, particularly in commercial, industrial, or life sciences environments, is a plus.
• Able to understand construction drawings and specifications.
• Computer skills including a knowledge of Bluebeam and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Exhibit strong conflict resolution, organizational and time management abilities.
• Excellent analytical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Physical Demands

• Office-based activities but also able to move around a heavy industrial work zone
• Office-based but can include field-based assignments as required
• PPE required on project sites including gloves, hardhat, eye protection, etc.
• Team-oriented environment focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Comfort Systems USA (DECCO, Inc.) is an equal opportunity employer in all aspects of employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

We strive to foster a work environment that includes and embraces racial, ethnic and gender diversity and other individual differences. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion helps us attract and retain the best talent, enables employees to realize their full potential, and drives high performance through innovation and collaboration.