Project Manager, Special Projects & Building Controls

Jackson & Blanc; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson & Blanc, Southern California’s leading mechanical systems specialist, is seeking a Project Manager for our Special Projects & Controls Division to lead planning, scheduling, budgeting, contract management, and project closeout.

The role emphasizes profitability, customer satisfaction, and growth aligned with our R.A.I.S.E. values; responsibilities include coordinating with field leadership, preparing reports, and ensuring safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of field experience in mechanical services, HVAC systems, facility maintenance, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance activities preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience in HVAC, Mechanical Construction, Building Controls, or related industries.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Valid California Driver's License and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate during project design and development phases and establish project execution plans and schedules.
• Ensure project scope, objectives, deliverables, and contractual requirements are clearly defined, documented, and understood.
• Verify the timely procurement and availability of all jobsite materials, equipment, permits, and subcontracted services.
• Identify project risks and proactively develop mitigation strategies to minimize schedule, cost, or quality impacts.
• Review all project documentation during turnover meetings to ensure a complete understanding of project requirements and assigned responsibilities.
• Plan, assign, and manage labor, equipment, subcontractors, and other resources to achieve project profitability and timely completion while meeting or exceeding customer expectations.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, cash flow forecasts, and profit projections.
• Negotiate, award, and administer subcontract agreements in accordance with company policies.
• Facilitate jobsite coordination meetings and prepare accurate project status reports for customers and management.
• Coordinate permitting, engineering, and jurisdictional approval processes as required.
• Schedule, prepare agendas for, and lead key project milestone meetings, including Release, Kickoff, Controls Coordination, Progress Review, and Closeout meetings.
• Maintain positive client relationships through consistent communication and proactive issue resolution.

Skills

Scheduling

Budgeting

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in CM/Eng

Tools

PROCORE

Autodesk

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Jackson & Blanc, Southern California’s leading mechanical systems specialist, is seeking a Project Manager for our Special Projects & Controls Division to lead planning, scheduling, budgeting, contract management, and project closeout.

The role emphasizes profitability, customer satisfaction, and growth aligned with our R.A.I.S.E. values; responsibilities include coordinating with field leadership, preparing reports, and ensuring safety and compliance.