Senior Project Manager, Mechanical

Stellar; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote & hybrid work options

Paid Time Off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) – company match

Job summary

Stellar, headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Project Manager to lead design, construction, and commissioning of self-performed mechanical projects including plumbing, HVAC, and piping systems.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and deep knowledge of industrial mechanical systems, with experience directing diverse field teams to deliver projects safely and on schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent
• 7+ years of self-performed mechanical project management experience
• Strong leadership and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate activities of designated projects to meet goals on time and within budget
• Buyout of subcontracts and materials for plumbing, HVAC, and piping systems
• Prepare and update project schedules with site leadership
• Analyze labor productivity and project efficiency; produce reports
• Manage change orders and monthly cost projections/invoices
• Ensure quality, safety, commissioning, and close-out documents are completed

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Risk mitigation

Conflict resolution

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Equivalent prior work experience

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

The Senior Mechanical Project Manager is responsible for directing and coordinating the activities of designated projects to ensure that goals or objectives of the project are accomplished within the prescribed time frame and funding parameters. This role demands a strong understanding of industrial plumbing, HVAC and utility systems, construction processes, excellent leadership, and communication skills, and the ability to manage diverse teams and stakeholders.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Buyout of subcontracts to include creating project specific scopes of work
• Buyout of materials and equipment for plumbing, HVAC, and industrial piping systems
• Coordination of project submittals
• Preparing and updating the project schedule. Works closely with General Superintendent and Field Superintendent to ensure the schedule is achievable.
• Works closely with the General Superintendent and Site Superintendent to analyze labor productivity tracking and efficiency throughout the project
• Prepares monthly and weekly reports as needed
• Change orders
• Monthly cost projections
• Monthly invoices
• Works closely with field staff to ensure that Stellar standards for quality and safety are being met
• Ensures that commissioning documents, plans and personnel are available as needed
• Ensures that project close-out documents are completed and submitted
• Communicates with the customer as needed
• Direct and coordinate the activities of designated projects
• Ensure goals and objectives are accomplished within the prescribed time frame and funding parameters
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong skills in leading and communicating with project teams
• Excellent ability to organize and manage time to complete projects on schedule and within budget
• Proficient in using project management tools such as Procore, MS Project or Primavera
• Ability to identify and mitigate risks effectively
• Skilled in resolving conflicts promptly to maintain project momentum
• Keen attention to detail for managing complex construction projects
• Proactive approach to problem-solving to handle various challenges

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field preferred, or equivalent prior work experience in a related field
• Minimum of 7+ years of experience in construction of self-performed mechanical project management
• Thorough understanding of construction processes for industrial mechanical systems specific to self-performed plumbing, HVAC, and industrial piping systems
• Proven track record of successful project delivery from inception to completion
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Travel Requirements:

• Ability to travel to attend meetings, trainings, events, and project sites

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time
• Ability to use a computer, phone, printer, scanner, and other office equipment
• Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 25 pounds of files, documents, and materials

Stellar offers a comprehensive package which includes:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Remote & hybrid work options for many positions
• Paid Time Off – accrue 15 days (120 hours) within first year of service
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) – company match with immediate vesting

Stellar, headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, is a fully integrated firm focusing on design, construction, architecture, engineering, and mechanical services worldwide for over 30 years. Stellar combines a multitude of capabilities to create buildings and systems of exceptional long-term quality, value and efficiency. From food processing plants and healthcare facilities to refrigerated warehouses, automated production lines and beyond, we offer an integrated approach to meet all our clients’ needs.

Stellar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicants for employment based on their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, or any other status protected by law.

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