Project Manager - Mechanical

Southland Industries; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with 50% company match and

Immediate 100% vesting

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Life insurance (term) and disability

Pre-tax flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation and personal 1

Training and professional memberships

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries in Carrollton, TX seeks an experienced Project Manager to provide overall leadership on complex mechanical projects (up to $10M) and to drive new business opportunities within targeted client groups.

Responsibilities include directing project teams, planning staffing, establishing objectives, coordinating with clients and A/E firms, and managing subcontracts, schedules and budgets to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery and profitability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or construction science or commensurate experience.
• OSHA-30 certification required within six months of hire.
• 5–10 years of construction design, finance, and management experience.
• Strong PM skills: documentation, cost control, procurement, scheduling, change order pricing, negotiating.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall direction on assigned projects (up to $10M) and lead the project team.
• Evaluate scope, plan staffing, and establish objectives and standards.
• Coordinate with prime client and A/E contacts to schedule activities.
• Negotiate, prepare, and issue subcontracts.
• Monitor schedule and budgets; manage project finances for profitability and cash flow.
• Develop risk mitigation and execute corrective actions.
• Pursue additional work via change orders and maintain documentation controls.
• Attend progress meetings and maintain relationships with customers, consultants and contractors.
• Mentor other project managers and perform additional assignments as needed.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Subcontracts

Negotiation

Risk management

Client relations

Leadership

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Construction Science

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Position Summary

Provide overall management direction on one or more mechanical projects (up to $10 million) and develop new business opportunities relative to a particular client, group of clients, particular industry or geographical area.

Position Details

• Assume primary leadership responsibilities for each assigned project in partnership with the designated project superintendent.
• Evaluate the contractual scope of work. Plan, organize and staff key project positions through regional department heads, subordinate project managers, general superintendents, etc.
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of Brandt’s corporate policy.
• Initiate and maintain liaison with prime client and A/E contacts to coordinate scheduling activities and facilitate successful construction activities.
• Negotiate, prepare and issue subcontracts.
• Monitor/control project development through administrative direction of on-site project superintendent. Prepare, issue and update master project schedule and variance reports to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget.
• Manage all financial aspects of contracts (costs, billings, and collections) to maintain profitability goals and positive cash flow while simultaneously maintaining a good relationship with the client.
• Manage risks. Investigate potentially serious situations to circumvent problems or promptly implement corrective measures as required.
• Actively pursue additional work through change orders.
• Ensure project document controls are in compliance with contract requirements and Brandt standards.
• Attend job progress meetings as required. Develop and maintain viable long‑term relationships with customers, consultants, general contractors and subcontractors.
• Supervise/mentor the work of other project managers or assistant project managers, when assigned.
• Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

Qualifications

• 4-yr. mechanical or electrical engineering or construction science degree (or commensurate levels of technical training and related experience)
• OSHA-30 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire)
• Extensive experience/knowledge (5-10 years) of construction design, finance, and management
• Thorough understanding or corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, etc., and their impact on project activities
• Strong project management skills, including
  • documentation
  • cost control
  • procurement
  • scheduling
  • change order pricing
  • negotiating
• Superior communication and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.) skills
• Excellent MS Office skills and ability/drive to learn new software systems
• Ability to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance
• Employment is contingent upon satisfying all jobsite‑specific access requirements, with no outstanding restrictions from any jobsite or from working with any of Brandt’s partnering General Contractors, Owners, Customers, etc.

Benefits

As a 100% employee‑owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre‑tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company‑paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast‑paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued,

To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities, follow us on social media, and check out our website.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are anEqual Opportunity Employerand prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment.All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

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