Senior Project Manager

McKinstry Company; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Job summary

McKinstry in Dallas, TX is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead a nationally growing Mechanical division. You will handle high‑complexity projects, nurture client relationships, and oversee revenue with possible supervision of other Project Managers.

Your role includes proposing plans, coordinating internal/external resources, and ensuring safety compliance while delivering timely business reports.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate proficiency for the responsibilities of a Project Manager.
• BA/BS in Construction Management, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Architecture, Facilities Management or equivalent.
• Eight years of experience in project management, building operations or related field.
• Experience with General Contractors or major Mechanical Subcontractors.
• Proficient in scheduling software: Microsoft Project, Primavera, Suretrak.
• Knowledge of construction management, financial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Leads projects from initiation to closeout.
• Develops and manages project plans, schedules, and scopes of work.
• Coordinates procurement activities for Subcontracts and Purchase Orders.
• Maintains safety standards and ensures subcontractor compliance.
• Communicates with clients and project resources (vendors/subs).
• Supports RFP processes and prepares monthly project accounting reviews.

Skills

Project management proficiency

Client relationship management

Safety compliance knowledge

Education

BA/BS degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera

Suretrak

Job description

Build the future, sparkinnovationand align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lastingimpact. Together,we'rebuilding a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generatingnearly 40%of total global energy-related carbon emissions.We'remaking a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate,affordabilityand equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get wherewe'regoing, we need big thinkers, problemsolversand collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

We are adding a Senior Project Manager to our nationally growing Mechanical division in Dallas, TX. In this role, you will assume higher complexity projects, client relationships, and revenue oversight and may direct more than one Project Manager with oversight of their projects. Additionally, some responsibilities you will have include:

Project Management

• Leads projects from initiation to closeout.
• Develops and manages project plans, schedules, and scopes of work.
• Oversees, scheduling and coordination of internal and external resources for projectcompletion.
• Communicates with clients and project resources (subcontractors and vendors).
• Documents discussions, outcomes, and decisions.
• Supports Request for Proposal (RFP) process.
• Researches and evaluates new products and vendors.
• Processes or oversees review log and distributes submittals.
• Obtains detailed knowledge of contract, drawings and specifications for project(s).
• Maintains or oversees the cost issue logs.
• Upholds and communicates McKinstry safety standards.
• Ensures safety compliance of subcontractors and all on-site personnel.
• Defines individual project responsibilities and accountabilities.
• Coordinates implementation handoffs between internal departments.
• Mitigates and reports on risk on behalf of the company.
• Delivers accurate and timely business reports.
• Manages and coordinates procurement activities for Subcontracts and PurchaseOrders.
• Oversees Job Start and Project Closeout materials.
• Assesses, defines and documents agreements from customers regarding projectrequirements.
• Manages pre-construction process with the field foremen and Business Manager.
• Assess site safety and implements actions to prevent injury to property and personnel.
• Ensures safety compliance of subcontractors and all on-site personnel.

Project Controls

• Assumes financial responsibility for project including accurate, timely and relevant reporting to stakeholders.
• Facilitates invoice payment to subcontractors and suppliers.
• Reviews substantiation of subcontractor billing.
• Responsible for preparation of monthly project accounting review.
• Monitors, controls, and reports on the financial performance of projects.
• Draft or oversee subcontracts and purchase agreements.
• Assist with client billings.
• Generates preliminary assessments, technical solutions, fee proposals, presentations, studies, and general support.
• Maintains positive working relationships with building owners, contractors, consultants, vendors and partners.
• Respond to stakeholder inquiries.
• Delivers accurate and timely data to support project forecasts.

Communicate

• Serve as primary point of contact with customer.
• Inform internal and external customers of new offerings and upgrades.
• Facilitate communication internally between project team and other departments.
• Make presentations to a variety of audiences; act as subject matter expert.
• Identify, qualify and funnel potential new service opportunities to Business Development team.
• Directs customer requests for product functionality enhancements to the appropriate people.

Team Management

• Recruits, coaches, and mentors project team members.
• Develop project staffing plans to include labor and subcontractors.
• Responsible for the forecasting of project management labor requirements.
• Act as steward of McKinstry culture; communicate and influence policies and procedures.

Other duties as assigned.

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry

• Must have demonstrated proficiency for all the responsibilities of a Project Manager.
• BA/BS degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, ElectricalEngineering, Architecture, Facilities Management or equivalent work experience required.
• Eight (8) years of experience in project management, building operations or other related field required.
• Experience with working for a General Contractor or Major Mechanical Subcontractor required.
• Proficient in scheduling software: Microsoft Project, Primavera, and/or Suretrak required.
• Knowledge of construction management, commercial building process, financial acumen.
• Intermediate working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Project required; working knowledge of SharePoint preferred.
• RCDD, CPM professional designation is preferred.
• Knowledge of construction financial programs and software.
• Basic estimating skills preferred.
• Knowledge of the basics of labor relations including union contract requirements, and hiring practices preferred.

PeopleFirstBenefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• "Building Good" paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you're driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $105,030 - $185,500 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on market location. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunityemployers. We are committed toprovidingequal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, geneticinformationor any other basis protected by law.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training.This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.

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