Project Manager- Mechanical

Southland Industries; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Paid parental leave

Wellness benefits

Training and professional development opportunities

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking a Project Manager in Houston, Texas, responsible for managing smaller projects or portions of larger projects. This role requires strong project management and team leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and financial acumen.

The ideal candidate will possess a four-year engineering degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of five years in project management, with a proven ability to manage small teams and engage with stakeholders.

Comprehensive benefits include a 401(k) plan, medical insurance, annual bonus, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience.
• Proven ability to manage small teams.
• Experience managing subcontractors.
• Strong computer skills, including CADD, ERP, and Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Develops client relationships by providing project status updates.
• Manages budget reports, cost and revenue projections.
• Participates in project meetings with internal departments.
• Partners with stakeholders to ensure project scope and direction.
• Develops budget analysis reports.
• Delegates work and mentors Project Engineers.

Skills

Project management

Negotiation skills

Strong financial acumen

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Team management

CADD

ERP software

Microsoft Excel

Education

Four‑year degree in Engineering or applicable experience

Job description

Position Summary

This position is responsible for managing smaller projects or a portion of a larger, complex project. The individual may manage a team or serve as a project lead. They are responsible for ensuring that the project schedule and deadlines are adhered to.

Responsibilities

• Develops client relationships by providing project status updates to client and leadership.
• Manages budget reports, cost and revenue projections, change orders, and other financial documentation for the project.
• Participates in project meetings with internal departments.
• Partners with stakeholders to ensure the scope and direction of the project are on schedule.
• Develops budget analysis reports and other necessary reports.
• Delegates work and serves as mentor to Project Engineers, providing coaching and performance feedback as necessary.

Qualifications

• Four‑year degree in Engineering or applicable experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience.
• Proven ability to manage small teams.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Strong financial acumen.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Experience managing subcontractors.
• Strong computer skills, including CADD, ERP, and Microsoft Office products (e.g., Excel).

Benefits

• 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 on performance, achievement, and company profitability.
• Term life, AD&D, 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 and professional development opportunities and company‑paid memberships.
• Wellness benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions 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 relevant laws. 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.