Senior Project Manager

McKamish Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

McKamish Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead HVAC and plumbing projects. You will oversee estimates, sales support, coordination, and on-time, profitable project delivery while serving as the liaison among project team members.

The role requires strong leadership, budgeting, and scheduling skills, with a focus on safety and high-quality results. Travel to job sites as needed and uphold company values and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in construction-related field.
• 10+ years of construction or service operations experience with 5+ years in leadership.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates, manage sales and customer development for HVAC/plumbing projects.
• Coordinate projects ensuring timely, efficient, and profitable completion within safety guidelines.
• Lead project teams, manage budgets, schedule subcontractors, and control costs.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Communication

Client relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, business, or related field

10+ years in construction or service operations

Tools

ERP systems

Project management software

Job description

McKamish’s most valuable assets are our employees. We focus on training for our employees so that they can grow and develop in the company and as individuals. As a family-owned mechanical contractor, McKamish fosters a culture of teamwork, communication and community involvement.

Reports To

Executive Vice President

Summary Of Position

The senior Project Manager is responsible for managing HVAC and plumbing projects. They work to ensure that projects are estimated, sold, coordinated and completed in a timely, efficient, effective and profitable manner. The Project Manager provides leadership and serves as the liaison between project team members.

Major Activities

• Provide estimates, sales, customer development and target marketing for HVAC and plumbing projects.
• Assure Corporate Vision and Values statements are understood and promoted. Understand and implement company philosophy.
• Ensure that projects are coordinated and completed in a timely, efficient and profitable manner adhering to the company safety program.
• Update the status of proposals and follow up on any open proposals with clients.
• Review contract language and negotiate acceptable language.
• Coordinate the set up any awarded jobs. Provide proper estimate breakdowns and all supporting documents (vendor quotes etc.).
• Responsible to maintain scheduling and progress of the project including the required timetables for work performed by subcontractors and equipment deliveries. Overseeing cost control to ensure profitability of the project.
• Prepare detailed scopes for subcontractors, material and equipment purchases.
• Ensure quality standards and codes are met.
• Coordinate permitting needs
• Responsible for project billings and collections to maintain positive cash flow. Including the review and approval of project invoices for accuracy and resolve any issues.
• Ability to prepare conceptual estimates, a plus.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field (or equivalent experience) or 10 years of experience in construction or service operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of construction service, maintenance, and warranty operations.
• Proven experience managing budgets, teams, and operational processes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and critical thinking skills.

Preferred

• Experience in commercial construction or specialty trades.
• Familiarity with service management software and ERP systems.
• Professional certifications (PMP, CCM, or similar).

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to visit job sites and service locations as needed.
• Occasional lifting, standing, and walking on construction sites.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally or regionally.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and execution.
• Customer-focused leadership.
• Financial and operational acumen.
• Conflict resolution and decision-making.
• Team development and performance management.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to be able to perform the essential functions.

McKamish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE M/F/D

Our deep knowledge of the mechanical construction industry paired with our commitment to our employees, makes McKamish a great place to work. Learn more about our company.

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