Senior Project Manager

Southland Industries, Inc.; Port Washington (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% 401(k) company match with full v·2

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Paid parental leave

Training and professional memberships

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries, Port Washington, WI, is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead multi-million dollar MEP projects within a design-build framework. You will develop strategies, manage budgets, and mentor teams to deliver on time and within financial targets.

The role emphasizes leadership, client communication, and the ability to navigate complex HVAC and piping projects across multiple phases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management.
• 15+ years of experience managing mid to large size MEP projects.
• Experience on large and complex projects with process piping.
• Extensive experience managing HVAC construction projects and project financials.
• Knowledge of planning long-term projects and pre-fabrication aspects.
• Strong communication with clients, leadership, and cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to manage multiple large projects with accountability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to meet project delivery goals and budgets.
• Measure progress and develop tactics to stay on track financially.
• Provide project status updates to clients and leadership.
• Partner with management to implement project strategies.
• Manage budget reports, cost and revenue projections, change orders.
• Participate in project meetings to discuss schedule and issues.
• Lead and mentor project team members through all phases of projects.
• Direct teams and drive problem solving to keep projects on schedule.
• Mentor Project Managers and Engineers to support career growth.
• Apply latest construction industry trends and pioneer new practices.

Skills

HVAC construction

Project leadership

Client relationship mgmt

Verbal & written communication

Public speaking

Problem solving

Mentoring junior staff

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

In this role, you will work on exciting, multi-million dollar commercial MEP projects as you develop your skills in estimating, financials, and project management within the design-build construction process.

• Develop and implement strategies and plans to ensure your team meets or exceeds the project delivery contractually and financially.
• Measure and report progress, and won't just look back, but will develop tactics to make sure we stay on track
• Develop client relationships by providing project status updates to client and leadership
• Partner with management to develop and implement project strategies
• Manage budget reports, cost and revenue projections, change orders, etc. for the project
• Participate in project meetings with internal departments to discuss project schedule and issues as needed.
• Partner with stakeholders to ensure scope and direction of project is on schedule.
• Delegate work and serves as mentor to project team. Provide coaching and performance feedback as necessary
• Direct and motivate teams through all phases of multiple large-scale projects. Celebrate when things go well; problem solve when they don’t.
• Mentor Project Managers and Project Engineers to prepare them for the next step in their profession in keeping with our core value “People.”
• Utilize the latest construction industry trends and pioneer new trends as they emerge.
• Develop and nurture customer relationships beyond a single project – at Southland, we value customers for life.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management plus 15+ years of experience managing mid to large size MEP (Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing) projects – after all, that’s what we do!
• Experience working on large and complex projects with process piping
• You have extensive experience managing multiple HVAC construction projects and have a deep understanding of project financials and schedules, tracking production and managing a large project from start to finish
• You know how to build the job, plan the work and drive the pre‑fabrication part of the project
• You know how to plan 6-9 months down the road and know what it takes to achieve successful progress and outcomes along the way
• Expert knowledge of applicable systems design, such as HVAC, plumbing, etc., as well as all design engineering aspect
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to communication with all levels of employees, clients and general contractors
• Proven ability to manage multiple larger complex projects
• Strong public speaking ability
• Ability to present proposals to clients
• Authentic leadership – you’re able to lead by example, with integrity and a real interest in the development of each member of your team.
• Be accountable and take initiative on your projects. Accountability is one of Southland’s highest values.
• Be able to creatively solve problems.You’ve been in the trenches before. You know what it takes to get the job done and done right for your customer and your company.

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are anEqual Opportunity Employerand prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment.All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment:

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement

Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be establishedafter a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

Job Location Port Washington, Wisconsin, United States Position Type Full-Time/Regular

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