Mechanical Systems Project Manager

ABOUT
McKenney’s is the Southeast’s most trusted name in facility construction, operation, and maintenance. For over 75 years, our proven approach has ensured high-quality, energy-efficient solutions at every stage of a building—Design, Build, Controls & Monitoring, and Maintenance & Repair. We offer expertise in HVAC, process piping, plumbing, and building automation and control systems, as well as service and maintenance. We have our own in-house engineering, fabrication, installation, and commissioning resources to ensure cost-effective delivery of the highest quality solutions.

SUMMARY
This position requires managing the preconstruction, design, execution, and close-out of large construction projects by company objectives and goals. Duties include, but are not limited to, engineering management, conceptual estimating, pricing change orders, multi-trade project scheduling, short-term scheduling, booking change orders in the internal cost analysis system, procurement of equipment, RFIs, submittals, managing field labor, field coordination, subcontractor management, material take off and interacting with General Contractor’s and the Owners project teams to successfully execute construction projects and to support the acquisition of additional work.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead a team of field crews to deliver results focused on safety, quality, and productivity.
• Develop and maintain relationships with customers.
• Mentor and grow other professionals.
• Communicate with general contractors, architects, engineers, and owners.
• Involvement in strategic planning and execution
• Ensure budget compliance through scheduling and cost management.
• Lead and promote safety through best practices.
• Sales from conceptual budgets through final award
• Risk mitigation efforts through contract review and negotiation.
• Manage material, equipment, tools, information, and subcontractors.
• Material, equipment, and subcontractor procurement
• Positive cash flow through timely invoices and collections
• Support customers with startup, commissioning, and owner training.
• Market and promote the entire company through our Fundamental Behaviors

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• A degree in Engineering or Building Construction or an HS diploma with at least 5 years of construction supervisory experience in the mechanical trades.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in managing mechanical commercial construction projects.
• Experience and knowledge of HVAC and Plumbing systems
• Proficient with Job Cost software, Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND CHARACTERISTICS

• Strong leadership skills, self-motivated, team-oriented, and able to respond quickly to changing customer demands.
• Willingness to sacrifice short-term gain for long-term results and accomplishments.
• Excellent customer service
• Genuine passion for building and construction
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Ability to use time productively, maximize efficiency, and meet challenging work goals.
• Excellent problem-solving ability
• Attention to detail while completing multiple or repetitive tasks with a high sense of urgency.
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed while managing priorities.
• Professional and polished image that inspires confidence and trust.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT

• Work involves moderate exposure to elements, such as hot/cold temperatures, dirt, dust, and/or loud noises.
• Work environment involves exposure to construction-related hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Light physical effort. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds and some standing or walking.
• Work requires local and possible out-of-town travel to job sites and customer locations.

Moving Safety Forward, our initiative for continuous improvements in our safety culture, reminds us that we are on a journey toward a zero-incident culture. In all we do, we must work to build a partnership with our employees, customers and business associates that empowers them all with the ability to do their jobs safely.

McKenney’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, color, religion, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, or gender identity. McKenney’s is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.