Project Manager (Mechanical Construction)

University Mechanical & Engineering Contractors, Inc. (AZ); Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University Mechanical & Engineering Contractors (UMEC) in Tempe, Arizona is seeking a Project Manager to oversee mechanical contracting projects from inception to completion. You will manage field labor, schedules, budgets, client relations, and safety compliance to deliver multi‑million dollar projects on time and within scope.

Responsibilities include forecasting, change management, procurement coordination, and directing a team of engineers, estimators, and field staff while maintaining

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management OR 8 years combined experience in Field Installation and Project Management in the Mechanical Industry, with at least 5 years experience leading large complex multi‑million dollar Mechanical Projects in the public/private sector.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Programs and Project Management and Estimating software including Excel, Word, Project, Access, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the successful completion of all aspects of the project.
• Manage overall operations of the project including field labor, productivity, scope management, schedule, client relations, job cost management and change order management.
• Prepare monthly financial forecasts and updates.
• Enforce UMEC Safety Program and coordinate with Safety Director to ensure proper site safety practices.
• Coordinate purchase of materials, equipment, rentals and services with purchasing department.
• Ensure complete processing of all project correspondence, records and reports in a timely manner.
• Direct and oversee the work activities of direct reports.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Project management software

AutoCAD

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

8+ years field installation & project management experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project, Access, PowerPoint)

Bluebeam Revu

Vista‑Viewpoint

Job description

From inception to commissioning and beyond, we offer complete mechanical contracting and energy services solutions. Our expertise includes design‑assist, HVAC, plumbing, sheet metal, and process piping construction for semiconductor, data center, healthcare, biotech, water treatment, power generation, and other facilities.

Job Summary

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: Tempe, Arizona

Reports to: VP of Operations

Company Overview

University Mechanical & Engineering Contractors (UMEC) is a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group Inc. EMCOR is the world’s leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction and facilities services, including planning, consulting, operations and maintenance. UMEC is a full‑service mechanical contractor serving the western United States, designing, building and commissioning mechanical systems for a wide range of markets.

Responsibilities

• The Project Manager is responsible for the successful completion of all aspects of the project.
• Manages overall operations of the project including field labor and productivity, scope management, construction schedule, client relations, job cost management, cost control of project, schedule of values, change order management, compliance with project specifications, and performance of daily operations.
• Preparing monthly financial forecasts and updates.
• Enforces UMEC Safety Program and coordinates with Safety Director to ensure proper site safety practices and procedures are followed.
• Coordinates purchase of necessary materials, equipment, rentals and services with purchasing department.
• Responsible for ensuring complete and proper processing of all project correspondence, records, reports, etc. and timely submission.
• Comply with all company operating policies, procedures, executed plans, and programs.
• Responsible for directing and overseeing the work activities of direct reports.

Qualifications

• Must have 5‑7 years Mechanical Construction Project Management experience or Plumbing Project management experience, preferably working for a Mechanical Contractor.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management OR a minimum of 8 years combined experience in Field Installation and Project Management in the Mechanical Industry, with at least 5 years experience leading large complex multi‑million dollar Mechanical Projects in the public/private sector.
• Must have demonstrated knowledge and work experience showing the ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Programs, Project Management and Estimating software, including, but not limited to, Microsoft (Excel, Work, Project, Access, & Powerpoint), Bluebeam Revu PDF editing, and Vista‑Viewpoint (Project Management & Accounting Software).
• Travel to construction project sites in the greater Tempe/Phoenix area.

Computer Skills

• Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, (i.e. Outlook, Word and Excel).
• Familiarity with Project Management and Estimating software, including, but not limited to, Microsoft (Excel, Word, Project, Access, & Powerpoint), Bluebeam Revu PDF editing, and Vista‑Viewpoint.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, and other mechanical, technical, or construction programs.

Required Attributes

• Must possess excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Must prioritize in a fast‑paced multi‑task environment.
• Must have demonstrated ability to perform basic business mathematical functions.
• Must work with minimal supervision.
• Must effectively manage time and details.
• Must interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Language Skills

Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of customer, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors, and suppliers, and other contractor organizations.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty‑five (25) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to commute to field locations. The employee must have the ability to navigate around job site locations.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee should expect to sit for long periods in front of a computer and also travel to field locations as needed. While visiting field locations, the employee may be required to work outdoors, be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical and electrical parts; high, precarious places; dust, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions, extended exposure to sunlight; cold and heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.