Project Manager - Mechanical

Socket.dev; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelso Industries’ Kelso Southwest (KSW) in Phoenix, AZ and Tulsa, OK seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead complex mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through commissioning. You will oversee budgets, schedules, procurement, and client communication, ensuring safety and quality.

Join a growing organization delivering HVAC, plumbing, piping, and design-build solutions across the Southwest, with a focus on mission critical and data center markets.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Project Management experience within mechanical construction.
• Experience managing HVAC, plumbing, piping, or process mechanical construction projects.
• Experience with commercial, industrial, mission critical, semiconductor, or data center projects is preferred.
• Strong understanding of project financial management, scheduling, contracts, procurement, change management, and project controls.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining strong communication with clients and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through commissioning, owner turnover, and project closeout.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, general contractors, architects, engineers, and project stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and execution plans.
• Monitor project costs, productivity, cash flow, and financial performance to achieve profitability goals.
• Manage subcontractors, vendors, equipment procurement, and material deliveries to support project schedules.
• Lead project meetings and maintain clear communication with internal teams and external partners.
• Coordinate closely with Superintendents and field personnel to ensure efficient project execution.
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and change orders while ensuring timely resolution of project issues.
• Identify project risks and proactively develop solutions to minimize schedule and financial impacts.
• Support procurement of long-lead equipment and critical project materials.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, safety standards, quality expectations, and company procedures.
• Assist with project startup, commissioning, punch list completion, and final closeout documentation.
• Foster strong customer relationships that generate repeat business opportunities.
• Promote KSW's culture of safety, collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Client communication

Team leadership

Risk management

Construction knowledge

BIM/VDC coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety

At Kelso Industries, 4,000+ employees across 40+ companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first.

Project Manager

Kelso Southwest (KSW) | Phoenix, AZ & Tulsa, OK

Build the Future of Mission Critical Construction

Kelso Southwest (KSW), a subsidiary of Kelso Industries, is a growing mechanical contractor specializing in HVAC, plumbing, piping, and design-build construction throughout the Southwest.

As KSW continues expanding into the mission critical and data center market, we're looking for an experienced Project Manager to help deliver complex mechanical construction projects safely, efficiently, and with exceptional client service.

This is an opportunity to join a growing organization where your leadership will directly impact project success while helping shape the future of one of the industry's fastest-growing mechanical contractors.

Position Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for managing mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through project completion. This role oversees planning, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, client communication, and project execution while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

The Project Manager works closely with field leadership, estimating, BIM/VDC, procurement, and executive leadership to drive successful project outcomes and build lasting relationships with customers and project partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through commissioning, owner turnover, and project closeout.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, general contractors, architects, engineers, and project stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and execution plans.
• Monitor project costs, productivity, cash flow, and financial performance to achieve profitability goals.
• Manage subcontractors, vendors, equipment procurement, and material deliveries to support project schedules.
• Lead project meetings and maintain clear communication with internal teams and external partners.
• Coordinate closely with Superintendents and field personnel to ensure efficient project execution.
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and change orders while ensuring timely resolution of project issues.
• Identify project risks and proactively develop solutions to minimize schedule and financial impacts.
• Support procurement of long-lead equipment and critical project materials.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, safety standards, quality expectations, and company procedures.
• Assist with project startup, commissioning, punch list completion, and final closeout documentation.
• Foster strong customer relationships that generate repeat business opportunities.
• Promote KSW's culture of safety, collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Project Management experience within mechanical construction.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred
• Experience managing HVAC, plumbing, piping, or process mechanical construction projects.
• Experience with commercial, industrial, mission critical, semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, or data center projects is preferred.
• Strong understanding of project financial management, scheduling, contracts, procurement, change management, and project controls.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining strong communication with clients and project teams.
• Experience working collaboratively with Superintendents, Estimators, BIM/VDC, and field operations.
• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and construction management software.
• OSHA 30 certification is preferred.

Why Join Kelso Industries?

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.

Here you will experience:

• Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.
• Company Culture: You’ll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.
• Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You’ll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.

Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business