Job Description

Our client, a mechanical contracting company specializing in virtual design, construction, service, maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection, has an immediate need for a Project Manager to join their team in their Indianapolis area. The Project Manager liaises closely with team members to assist in the accomplishment of department goals. The Project Manager will act on behalf of that company as the contact with the Customer, Owner, and/or Owners Representative or governing authorities regarding construction projects.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Manage projects ranging to $5M, or multiple projects totaling that value with little oversight from management
• Identify value engineering and fabrication opportunities; present to the customer alternative options
• Estimate/bid projects; must be capable of thorough analysis of project document requirements, vendor offers, and project requirements; negotiate with key vendors for competitive pricing
• Create site-specific safety plans and JHA’s
• Have an on-site presence at the project site; have a basic understanding of all project scopes (electrical, structural, etc.)
• Manage the construction schedule and recognize whether the deliverables/tasks are on track; analyze and develop subcontractor schedules; communicate any change in schedules and address items that are not on schedule
• Understand and process field work orders, RFI’s, pay applications, change orders, submittals, etc.; requires an advanced understanding of the change order process and the ability to negotiate contracts and change orders
• Understand project requirements such as OCIP/CCIP, tax exemptions, workforce and contract diversity goals, certified payrolls, etc.
• Develop and implement MBE/WBE/DBE work plans with strategic partners
• Must have a thorough knowledge of job costs; complete monthly forecasting of projects; monitor project metrics, including labor metrics which requires an understanding of the collective bargaining agreements for each trade company is signatory to and knowledge of MCA and SMACNA associations
• Responsible for post-project review, metrics sharing, and lessons learned
• Mentor, train, and develop Project Engineers and Interns, including delegation of tasks
• All other duties as assigned 

Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related major is required
• 5-10 years minimum experience working for a mechanical contractor
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project, and PowerPoint)
• Experience in Bluebeam is a plus
• Experience in Penta and OnBase a plus
• OSHA 30-Hour Card required; other safety certifications a plus

Other Qualifications:

• Requires an ability to take ownership and responsibility for situations
• Requires an ability to be professional, and build relationships with peers and clients while understanding the company reputation to uphold; must have ethical awareness
• Must be proactive, have a sense of urgency, and have an ability to identify potential risks and how to mitigate
• Requires an ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure and adjust to changing situations
• Requires the ability to be proactive, have initiative, great attention to detail, accuracy, and an ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills, including clear and concise technical writing. This position also requires an ability to understand and use alternative modes of communication (face-to-face, phone, email, text, etc.)
• Must have excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, and maintain a positive attitude while dealing professionally with co-workers, clients, vendors, etc.
• Must be able to work independently with limited supervision while still being a team player
• Must be dependable, organized, and self-motivated

 
Compensation:
There are two (2) different levels of Project Managers at the company; your experience and qualifications will be determined based on internal criteria; the compensation level is determined based on this.