Project Manager Mechanical Construction

Southland Holdings; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Connects in New Mexico seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead mechanical construction on large industrial and commercial projects. You will own planning, budgeting, scheduling, and field execution for piping, plumbing, HVAC, and fire protection from preconstruction through closeout.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, 7+ years PM experience, NM CID licenses MM-2/MM-98/MS-12, and proficiency with Procore, MS Project, or Primavera. Travel across NM is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of project management experience in mechanical or large-scale construction.
• CID licenses MM-2, MM-98, MS-12 required.
• Proficiency with PM software: Procore, MS Project, Primavera.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel across New Mexico.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and manage mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout
• Develop and manage budgets, schedules, subcontracts, and change orders
• Coordinate with owners, general contractors, engineers, and subcontractors to meet scope, quality, and schedule commitments
• Oversee procurement and delivery of materials and equipment for mechanical scopes
• Ensure work complies with CID licensing, codes, and permitting requirements
• Lead and develop project staff, including superintendents, foremen, and field crews
• Champion zero-incident safety culture across all project activities
• Track financials, forecasts, productivity, and monthly reporting
• Support estimating and business development for future mechanical work

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in CM/Engineering

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Project Manager – Mechanical Construction

SA Connects | New Mexico

Position Summary

SA Connects is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead mechanical construction operations on large-scale industrial and commercial projects in New Mexico. This role owns project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and field execution for mechanical scopes of work — including piping, plumbing, HVAC, natural gas fitting, and fire protection systems — from preconstruction through closeout.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and manage mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout


• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, subcontracts, and change orders


• Coordinate with owners, general contractors, engineers, and subcontractors to meet scope, quality, and schedule commitments


• Oversee procurement and delivery of materials and equipment for mechanical scopes


• Ensure work is performed in compliance with New Mexico Construction Industries Division (CID) licensing, codes, and permitting requirements


• Lead and develop project staff, including superintendents, foremen, and field crews


• Champion Southland's zero-incident safety culture across all project activities


• Track project financials, forecasts, productivity, and monthly reporting


• Support estimating and business development for future mechanical work

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience


• 7+ years of project management experience in mechanical, industrial, or large-scale commercial construction


• Must currently hold New Mexico Construction Industries Division (CID) mechanical license classifications MM-2 (Natural Gas Fitting), MM-98 (Mechanical), and MS-12 (Fire Protection Sprinkler Systems)


• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, including piping, plumbing, HVAC, and fire protection


• Proven track record managing project budgets, schedules, and subcontractor relationships


• Proficiency with project management and scheduling software (e.g., Procore, MS Project, Primavera)


• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills


• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites throughout New Mexico

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience serving as a Qualifying Party (QP) of record under NM CID licensing


• Experience on large-scale industrial, utility, or mission-critical facility construction


• OSHA 30-Hour certification

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Regular presence on active construction job sites is required, including exposure to outdoor conditions, construction equipment, and varying weather. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Southland is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.