Mechanical Project Manager
BASIC FUNCTIONS
The Project Manager’s basic function is to control the flow of work in the designated job or jobs.
The Project Manager must ensure that all work is performed to the contract specifications in a successful and profitable manner.
The Project manager must enhance and build the reputation of the company in the community.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
The Project Manager reports directly to the Contract Manager.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to complete all areas outlined for this position in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities necessary to meet the minimum job requirements of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
EDUCATION
Required: high school diploma
Preferred: four years technical training in craft/trade or a four year degree in Mechanical Engineering
LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION
Required: May depend on job/contract specifications
Preferred: State Master Plumbers License and or Condition Air Non-Restricted
EXPERIENCE
Required: minimum of ten years experience in construction, specifically with mechanical systems for commercial and industrial sites.
Required: minimum of five years experience in supervisory and management for above.
Preferred: Work and supervisory experience above plus five years as Project Manager of successfully completed industrial or commercial mechanical contract project(s)
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES
Must have the ability to understand and accurately interpret construction plans, blueprints, architectural drawings and site and contract specifications for mechanical systems installation.
Must be able to compare plans and actual sites and installations to verify accuracy, recognize and/or anticipate discrepancies and problems, and document information for future discussion and reference.
Must stay up to date with changes in the equipment and technology of the industry.
Must be able to communicate effectively with general contractors, vendors, subcontractors, managers and members and representatives of the construction community to create an effective and efficient work team.
Must be able to plan and schedule multiple complex jobs together and over time to efficiently use equipment, labor and skills, parts and materials for the profitable operation of the company and completion of contracts.
Must be able to respond to common inquiries from contractors and employees, resolve customer complaints and problems, and anticipate problems and delays and develop strategies to minimize their effect on job completion.
Must be able to calmly deal with contractor, management, vendor and scheduling problems. Must be able to perform and understand basic mathematical calculations to verify job requirements, parts and materials, and plan purchases, deliveries and usage schedules.