Project Manager -- Sheet Metal

Harder Mechanical Contractors Inc; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Retirement plan with company match

Profit sharing

Discretionary annual bonus

Paid vacation and holidays

Harder University training and dev

Team environment for growth

Job summary

Harder Mechanical Contractors is seeking a seasoned Project Manager for its sheet metal division in Portland, OR. You’ll oversee planning, scheduling, and execution, coordinating with the project team and field labor to ensure safety, schedule adherence, and quality.

A strong focus on budget management and client relations is essential. Successful candidates bring 8–10 years of PM experience in mechanical systems, a Bachelor’s in Engineering or Construction Management, and knowledge of

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of project management experience, preferably with a focus on mechanical systems.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• Advanced knowledge of mechanical and plumbing systems.
• Experience managing large-scale commercial projects in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, scheduling, and execution of assigned projects.
• Coordinate with project team and field labor to ensure work is safe, on schedule, and up to quality standards.
• Manage project budget and maintain strong client relationships.
• Provide regular status reports to client and company.
• Lead project engineers, superintendents, and administrative staff.

Skills

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

LEAN principles

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Job description

Harder Mechanical is one of the nation’s largest mechanical contractors with an outstanding reputation for working safely, meeting tough schedules, and delivering quality projects. Based in Portland Oregon, we work primarily in the 11-western states with regional offices in Reno, NV; Phoenix, AZ; Los Angeles, CA; Concord, CA; Salt Lake City, UT.

As a Project Manager for our sheet metal division, you will be working in one of these market sectors: Commercial Buildings (healthcare, higher education, mission critical, and retail), Advanced Technology (semiconductor manufacturing, renewable energy), or Industrial (pulp and paper manufacturing). Harder has an immediate need for a sheet metal project manager with experience in mechanical systems and sheet metal to join our team in Portland, OR.

Successful projects do not complete themselves. Our team of curious and passionate people build on Harder's reputation every day through their actions. We offer professional development opportunities, industry-leading benefits, and the chance to work on projects that will change the built environment forever. Find out more at www.harder.com.

What You’ll Be Doing

You are responsible for oversight of the planning, scheduling, and executing your assigned project. You will coordinate with your project team and field labor to ensure the work is completed safety, on schedule, and up to Harder Mechanical’s quality standards. You are responsible for the project budget and maintaining a strong relationship with the client.

Project Managers At Harder Perform The Following Daily Tasks

• Fully understand every aspect of the project scope
• Build strong relationship with the client
• Proactively engage in open and honest communication with the client
• Oversee the budget and schedule and provide ongoing progress updates to all stakeholders
• Manage all team members, from project engineers to superintendents to administrative support
• Assume responsibility for successful project outcomes including schedule completion, adherence to budget, and customer satisfaction
• Provide regular status reports to client and company

What you will need to be successful in this role:

• Basic computer competency, including Microsoft Office and Bluebeam
• Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks on an ongoing basis
• Relentless commitment to teamwork and client satisfaction
• Ability to communicate with a broad spectrum of people including suppliers, field crews, designers, and owners
• Interest in LEAN principles
• Passion for ongoing learning and keeping up with industry trends
• Ability to travel to other regions to gain exposure to additional markets and industries

Education/Experience

• 8-10 years of project management experience, preferably with a focus on mechanical systems
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management
• Advanced knowledge of mechanical and plumbing systems
• Experience managing large-scale commercial projects in a healthcare setting

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits – 100% of employee premiums are paid by the company
• Generous retirement package includes: 10% retirement contribution made by the company and a company match up to 2% of your annual salary
• Profit sharing
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Harder University training and development, as well as other paid professional development opportunities
• Team environment that promotes individual growth

HMC reserves the right to perform a drug screening and background check, as may be required, and this offer may be contingent on passing a drug screening and background check.

This position is salaried.

About Harder

Harder Mechanical Contractors is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local nondiscrimination laws. Our hiring policy reflects and affirms Harder’s commitment to the principles of fair employment. Harder does not discriminate regarding the terms and conditions of employment based on any characteristic protected by federal, state or local nondiscrimination laws.

It is Harder’s policy to maintain a drug and alcohol-free work environment. Employment offers are conditional upon successfully passing a drug and alcohol test, background checks, reference checks, and as required by law, regardless of citizenship or national origin, documented proof of authorization to work in the United States.