Project Manager

Employnet Workforce Management; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunities for growth and careeradv

Collaborative team environment

Challenging, high-profile projects

Job summary

Employnet Workforce Management is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead commercial mechanical construction projects from pre-construction through closeout. You will independently manage project scope, schedule, budget, and field operations while collaborating with clients, general contractors, and internal teams to ensure successful project delivery.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of PM experience in mechanical, HVAC, or commercial construction, and strong leadership, communication,

Qualifications

• 5–10 years PM experience in mechanical, HVAC or commercial construction.
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects start to finish.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, HVAC construction practices.
• Experience budgeting, cost controls, subs, vendors, procurement.
• Proficiency with Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam or similar tools.
• Leadership, communication, organization and problem solving.
• Experience with GC on commercial/industrial/educational projects preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of commercial mechanical construction projects from pre-construction to closeout.
• Serve as primary contact for clients, GCs, subs and stakeholders.
• Develop, monitor, and manage project budgets and variances.
• Coordinate with estimating, engineering, detailing, and BIM teams.
• Maintain project schedules and coordinate trades to stay on track.
• Review submittals, RFIs, change orders, contracts, and docs.
• Lead project meetings and multi-trade coordination sessions.
• Manage procurement of equipment and materials to support schedules.
• Oversee field superintendents and foremen for quality, safety, and schedule.
• Monitor performance and profitability; report progress to leadership.
• Identify risks and resolve issues to avoid cost/schedule impacts.
• Coordinate closeout activities: as-builts, O&M manuals, warranties.

Skills

Project Management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Client Liaison

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Project

Bluebeam

Job description

Build Your Career with a Growing Mechanical Contractor

We are seeking an experienced Project Managerto lead commercial mechanical construction projects from pre-construction through project closeout. This is an excellent opportunity for a self-driven professional who can independently manage project scope, schedule, budget, and field operations while collaborating with clients, general contractors, and internal teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of commercial mechanical construction projects, including pre-construction planning, procurement, scheduling, execution, and closeout.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, general contractors, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
• Develop, monitor, and manage project budgets while tracking costs and identifying potential variances.
• Coordinate with estimating, engineering, detailing, and BIM teams to ensure designs, fabrication, and installation meet project requirements.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, coordinating mechanical work with other trades to keep projects on track.
• Review and process submittals, RFIs, change orders, contracts, and project documentation.
• Lead project meetings and multi-trade coordination sessions to ensure seamless communication and execution.
• Manage procurement of equipment and materials to support construction schedules.
• Oversee field superintendents and foremen, ensuring projects meet quality, safety, and schedule expectations.
• Monitor project performance and profitability, providing regular progress updates to leadership.
• Identify project risks and proactively resolve issues before they impact cost or schedule.
• Coordinate project closeout activities, including as-built drawings, operation and maintenance manuals, and warranty documentation.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of project management experience in mechanical, HVAC, or commercial construction.
• Proven ability to independently manage multiple construction projects from start to finish.
• Strong knowledge of commercial mechanical systems, HVAC construction practices, scheduling, and project coordination.
• Experience managing project budgets, cost controls, subcontractors, vendors, and procurement.
• Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, or similar platforms.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with general contractors on commercial, industrial, healthcare, educational, or institutional projects is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred; equivalent industry experience will also be considered.
• Valid driver's license and the ability to travel to project sites as needed.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunity to manage challenging, high-profile commercial construction projects