Traveling Project Manager

icon Mechanical is a full-service mechanical contractor and construction firm specializing in fabrication, installation, modification, and ongoing service of mechanical systems and industrial equipment. The Traveling Project Manager will manage and coordinate mechanical construction projects across the United States, leading project teams, coordinating stakeholders, managing materials, subcontracts, billings, RFIs, change orders, submittals, fabrication packages, safety, risks, and contractual performance.

Responsibilities:

• Managing and coordinating mechanical construction projects from conception to completion
• Coordinating and communicating with entire team of engineering, VDC (BIM) designers, scheduler, field foremen, customers, and subcontractors. You must be able to lead all project team members and have proficient communication skills
• In-depth understanding of the projects enabling you to: order materials/equipment, issue subcontracts, develop billings, complete, and manage RFIs and change orders, as well as prepare/review submittals etc
• Maintaining a working knowledge of general conditions, work scope and specifications of project contract/subcontract
• Overseeing the preparation of fabrication shop work packages and possessing a strong understanding of the content (including detail drawing review, material take-off and buyout and man-hour fabrication budget)
• Working hand and hand with our company’s Safety Department to analyze, manage and mitigate project risks, as well as ensure safety on the jobsites. (This includes overseeing all onsite and offsite construction to monitor compliance with building safety regulations)
• Planning ahead to prevent problems and resolve any emerging issues before they arise
• Ensuring contractual conditions of performance are met

Requirements:

• 1-3+ years as a Project Manager in Mechanical Construction is required
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or proven working experience in Construction Management is required
• Proficient in P6 or Microsoft Project
• Self-motivated with excellent time and project management skills
• Possesses a strong personal commitment for long-term and meaningful goals
• Ability to work within an environment with deadlines while having to multi- task with changing priorities
• Demonstrate confidence in their knowledge and is committed to researching the answers and finding the right solution for things they do not know
• Ability to work 6 days a week with 10-hour shifts each day
• Ability to be onsite at the jobsite for duration of the project
• Eligible to travel home every 3-4 weeks for 2-3 days
• Knowledge of HVAC and Piping Systems, building products, construction details/design and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards is preferred
• Familiarity with construction management software packages---overall strong computer skills is preferred