Project Manager-Special Projects

Summary
The Project Manager - Special Projects reports to the Senior Projects Manager-Special Projects and is responsible for estimating, quoting, selling and managing multiple projects for assigned customers. Must be able to maintain and further develop relationships with assigned customers. The PM will need to be proficient in all construction methodologies and procedures, with a background in HVAC/R Mechanical and plumbing. Also must be able to coordinate a team of professionals with different disciplines, in order to achieve the best results.
Essential Duties

• Meet with clients and assist in developing scope of work to meet customers mechanical and plumbing needs.
• Estimate, propose and sell projects to assigned customers.
• Plan, organize, control, and coordinate all aspects of assigned projects
• Schedule jobs based on the known or expected complexity of the perceived work against the capabilities of available trade workers and the planned or promised completion deadline
• Manage the financial aspects of contracts (fee payment, rental equipment, income/expenses, etc.) to protect the company's best interest, while simultaneously maintaining a good relationship with the customer
• Participate in contract negotiations with customer
• Plan, organize and staff field positions in concert with Trade Managers, Superintendents and other Project Managers
• Manage equipment, special tools, vehicles and all needs of the project
• Monitor and control construction development through administrative direction of Trade Managers, Superintendents and/or on-site Foreman to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget; investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures
• Manage and lead the on-site efforts of employees and subcontractors in accordance with contractual terms and conditions
• Lead by example and educate employees on the CES customer satisfaction, guaranteed philosophy
• Manage the necessary administrative records and controls to protect the interests of the company and the customer to include prompt and accurate invoicing
• Prepare front-end loaded billing schedule of values to maximize cash flow
• Review monthly Work-In-Progress reports and accurately forecast cost to complete for all cost codes
• Prepare pay requisitions, review completion percentages with the customer in a timely manner
• Prepare and provide submittals per job requirements to Foreman
• Provide a clear written scope of work for each project to the Foreman
• Provide close-out documents per contract requirements to General Contractor
• Resolve customer concerns in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner
• Work with vendors on pricing, performance, reliability, and availability
• Conduct annual performance reviews for CES employees who are direct reports
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within the boundaries of the company policy
• Initiate and maintain strong relationships with primary contacts to facilitate construction activities
• Represent CES in project meetings; assist in labor management/strategy meetings, etc.
• Collaborate with the Accounting team and provide assistance with collection challenges
• Provide assistance to other departments, so as to help support the company goals, mission and vision
• Perform management level duties and assuming additional responsibilities as directed by the Senior Project Manager-Special Projects.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Project Engineer
• Project Coordinator

Experience and Education

• Ten or more years of combined practical and academic experience in the full range of HVACR, Mechanical & Plumbing sub-fields
• Three (3) years of supervisory experience with extensive knowledge of construction, finance, and management
• QuickPen; Building Information Modeling Software experience, preferred
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Four (4) year engineering degree or equivalent

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Good leadership and supervisory skills to motivate employees and maintain a positive morale
• Effective oral and written communications skills required
• Strong customer service skills required
• MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) proficiency required
• Apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance
• Thorough understanding of company and industry practices, processes, standards, and their impact on project activities is vital
• Superior communication and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.) skills are essential
• Possess a mechanical aptitude
• Able to analyze a typical field situation and provide corrective measures that are cost effective and within given timeline
• Ability to successfully direct and coordinate the job requirements with the customers, employees, outside suppliers, and subcontractors
• Ability to negotiate orders with vendors to ensure prompt and timely delivery at the lowest possible price
• Good oral and written communication skills, including the ability to work equally well with customers, employees, support team members, and the general public
• Ability to visit employees at the actual job-site, e.g. rooftops, crawl spaces, refrigeration rooms, confined spaces, etc.
• Ability to recognize, estimate, and obtain acceptance of change orders
• Ability to comprehend and implement applicable related federal, state, and local government laws, codes, and regulations
• Ability to represent CES at industry related social activities

Licenses/Certifications

• Valid Florida Driver's License is required
• Incumbent must be insurable at all times by CES insurance carrier
• OSHA 30 training required / OSHA 500 Preferred but not required

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Further details will be provided during the interview process and the job description. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Work Place