Senior Commercial Project Manager - Mechanical Plumbing/HVAC

The Jamar Company; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 109,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Health Coverage

401K match

Stock Purchase Plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee referral bonus

Training & development

Discount marketplace

Company engagement

Job summary

The Jamar Company seeks a Senior Commercial Project Manager for Mechanical/Plumbing/HVAC to lead on-site construction in Duluth, MN from planning through closeout. You’ll mentor teams, manage budgets, and maintain strong client relationships for project success.

Requires 8+ years in commercial construction with HVAC/plumbing, a Bachelor’s degree, and proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Procore, and Primavera. Travel 15–20%; valid driver’s license required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Preferred programs include Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field of study.
• Eight (8) years or more of construction experience is required.
• Commercial construction experience, including experience with mechanical HVAC/plumbing, is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of construction equipment, methods, building materials, drawings, specifications, and applicable industry standards; experience with system prefabrication and installation is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction software, including AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam/Adobe Acrobat, estimating software, Procore, Primavera, or similar project management and document-sharing platforms.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial construction projects through all phases of the project lifecycle, ensuring successful delivery from planning through closeout.
• Establish project goals, timelines, staffing plans, budgets, milestones, and resource requirements to support project success.
• Monitor project financial performance, including budgets, costs, forecasts, change orders, and profitability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and other key project stakeholders.
• Lead project coordination meetings and maintain effective communication between project teams, customers, and business partners.
• Oversee project documentation, including contracts, RFIs, submittals, invoices, permits, schedules, and reporting requirements.
• Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and proactively resolve issues to maintain schedule, budget, and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, quality standards, and safety expectations throughout project execution.
• Mentor, coach, and support project management staff while helping drive training, employee development, and continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Partner with department leadership to support operational planning, resource allocation, hiring, team development, and overall department success.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Budgeting

Client relations

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management/Architecture or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

Adobe Acrobat

Estimating software

Procore

Primavera

Job description

Senior Commercial Project Manager - Mechanical
Plumbing/HVAC

Build What's Next with Jamar

At Jamar, our
success is built on strong relationships, exceptional project execution, and
leaders who know how to bring people together to achieve great results. As a Senior Project Manager, you'll play a key role
in shaping some of our most important commercial construction projects while
helping develop the people, processes, and partnerships that drive our
continued growth.

This is more than a
project management position. You'll serve as a trusted partner to customers,
provide leadership and mentorship to project teams, and help guide projects
from conception through completion. Your ability to balance strategy,
execution, financial performance, and customer satisfaction will directly
impact project success and the future of our Commercial business.

If you're energized
by leading teams, solving complex challenges, building lasting relationships,
and creating successful outcomes, you'll find an opportunity to make a
meaningful impact at Jamar.

At a Glance

Pay: $109,000-$163,000 annual salary; dependent
on relevant knowledge, skills, training, experience, and market conditions.

Employment Type: Full-Time/Exempt

Location: On-Site/Duluth, MN

Travel: 15-20% to local and regional project
sites and customer locations.

Required Experience: 8+ years

Schedule: Standard full-time schedule. Work
hours may occasionally vary to support project deadlines, workload, and operational requirements.

Benefits Start: First of the month following 20
calendar days from date of hire.

What You'll Do

• Lead commercial construction
  projects through all phases of the project lifecycle, ensuring successful
  delivery from planning through closeout.
• Establish project goals,
  timelines, staffing plans, budgets, milestones, and resource requirements
  to support project success.
• Monitor project financial
  performance, including budgets, costs, forecasts, change orders, and profitability.
• Build and maintain strong
  relationships with customers, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and other key project stakeholders.
• Lead project coordination
  meetings and maintain effective communication between project teams,
  customers, and business partners.
• Oversee project
  documentation, including contracts, RFIs, submittals, invoices, permits,
  schedules, and reporting requirements.
• Identify project risks,
  develop mitigation strategies, and proactively resolve issues to maintain schedule, budget, and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with
  company policies, customer requirements, quality standards, and safety expectations throughout project execution.
• Mentor, coach, and support
  project management staff while helping drive training, employee development, and continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Partner with department
  leadership to support operational planning, resource allocation, hiring, team development, and overall department success.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Preferred programs include
  Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field of
  study.
• Eight (8) years or more of
  construction experience is required.
• Commercial construction
  experience, including experience with mechanical HVAC/plumbing, is
  strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of construction equipment, methods, building materials, drawings,
  specifications, and applicable industry standards; experience with system prefabrication and installation is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction software, including AutoCAD, Revit,
  Bluebeam/Adobe Acrobat, estimating software, Procore, Primavera, or similar project management and document-sharing platforms.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.

Benefits

This position is eligible for profit sharing based on company performance in addition to other benefits that support the total well-being of you and your family. Some benefits include:

• Comprehensive
  Health Coverage:
  Medical, Dental, & Vision Options
• Employer-Paid
  Coverage:
  Group
  Term Life, Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• 401K with Employer Match
• Discounted Company Stock
  (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
• Profit Sharing
• Generous Paid Time Off &
  Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Bonus
  Program
• Robust Training/Development
  & Professional Growth Opportunities
• Exclusive
  Discounts:
  Access to Perks Marketplace Discount Program
• Company Engagement, and More

About Jamar

Jamar is a
solution-focused specialty services provider with a strong regional presence
and national reach. We deliver dependable, industry-leading results through
innovation, safety, and operational excellence. Our diverse and passionate team
thrives on collaboration, values relationships, and is committed to making a
positive impact. We are driven by growth, excellence, and the belief that the best ideas come from diverse perspectives.

All offers of employment are expressly contingent
upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

The Jamar Company is an equal opportunity employer.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are a person with a disability and need
assistance with the application process, or if you're experiencing difficulty using our website to apply for a position, please reach out to our Human Resources department at [e-mail].