Special Projects Manager

Southland Industries, Inc.; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with 50% company match (no

cap)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Term life and AD&D insurance

Disability income protection

Pre-tax flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays and vacation

Training and professional development

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Director to oversee Special Projects in Tempe, AZ. The role directs planning, scheduling, and cross-functional coordination to achieve objectives and maximize operating results.

The position requires a BS in Engineering or Construction Management and 10+ years in mechanical construction operations, with strong leadership, cost control, and communication skills, emphasizing safety and process excellence.

Qualifications

• Outstanding leadership and communication skills.
• Proficient organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to successfully establish and achieve corporate, group, and project goals.

Responsibilities

• Directs overall planning and scheduling of Special Projects to meet company, division, and project objectives.
• Supports implementation of project management processes, policies, and procedures within corporate policy.
• Provides inputs on constructability, cost control, and scheduling during planning and execution.
• Monitors project performance against plans and standards, escalating issues as needed.
• Collaborates across cross-functional teams and shares operational best practices.
• Supports budget monitoring and cost analysis to maintain financial control of projects.
• Identifies staff training needs and supports career development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Directs the overall planning and scheduling of Special Projects, significantly contributing to the achievement of company, division, and project objectives and ensuring maximum operating results.

• Supports the implementation of project management processes, policies, and procedures within the corporate policy.
• Provides detailed inputs on constructability, cost control, and scheduling during the planning and execution stages of projects.
• Monitors project performance against plans and standards, providing feedback to team members, and escalates issues as needed.
• Supports the achievement of short- and long-term goals, ensuring alignment with broader company objectives.
• Identifies and resolves project-specific challenges, coordinating with staff and cross-functional teams to maintain smooth operations.
• Collaborates in cross-functional projects and shares operational best practices.
• Supports budget monitoring and cost analysis activities to maintain financial control of assigned projects.
• Identifies staff training needs and supports career development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field, or equivalent education, training and/or experience.
• 10 years of experience in mechanical construction operations, including industrial and specialty construction experience
• Knowledge of company operations and philosophy
• Proficient organizational and analytical skills
• Outstanding leadership and communication skills
• Ability to successfully establish and achieve corporate, group, and project goals

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 an Equal Opportunity Employer and 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.

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