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Jennings Mechanical

Project Manager - Mechanical Construction

charleston, SC

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Jennings Mechanical lists this Project Manager - Mechanical Construction opportunity in charleston, South Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Position Summary The Project Manager is responsible for the overall planning, financial performance, procurement, customer communication, and successful delivery of commercial mechanical construction projects. The Project Manager partners closely with the Project Superintendent to execute projects safely, efficiently, on schedule, within budget, and to Jennings Mechanical standards.

Project Startup

Review contract documents and establish project administration.

Create and maintain RFI, Submittal, Change Order, Equipment Tracking, and Procurement Logs.

Develop the Schedule of Values (SOV) and obtain customer approval.

Coordinate project setup with Accounting.

Obtain permits and required inspections.

Conduct internal kickoff meetings and introduce Jennings Mechanical personnel to the customer.

Project Planning

Review drawings, specifications, notes, addenda, and contract documents.

Identify scope gaps, conflicts, and constructability concerns.

Provide the Superintendent and fabrication teams with required drawings and specifications.

Coordinate fabrication schedules and procurement timelines.

Procurement & Buyout

Complete project buyout.

Issue purchase orders and subcontract agreements.

Solicit competitive pricing from qualified vendors.

Review submittals for compliance with drawings and specifications.

Coordinate release of long-lead equipment and materials.

Provide approved submittals to field supervision.

Financial Management

Manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports.

Track committed costs and labor productivity.

Prepare and negotiate change orders.

Review and approve invoices.

Prepare monthly owner billings and coordinate collections.

Schedule Management

Review and manage the master construction schedule.

Coordinate manpower planning with the Superintendent.

Monitor milestones and develop recovery plans as needed.

Quality Management

Conduct regular jobsite visits.

Verify work complies with drawings, specifications, approved submittals, and applicable codes.

Coordinate inspections, commissioning, and punch list completion.

Customer Relations

Serve as Jennings Mechanical's primary customer representative.

Maintain strong relationships with owners, architects, engineers, general contractors, and vendors.

Attend project meetings and communicate project status proactively.

BIM & Coordination

Participate in BIM coordination meetings.

Coordinate with VDC/BIM personnel and manufacturers.

Review clash reports and support field installation planning.

Field Support

Support the Superintendent with labor planning, procurement, scheduling, and issue resolution.

Remove obstacles that impact field productivity.

Project Closeout

Coordinate startups, inspections, O&M manuals, warranties, as-builts, and final closeout documentation.

Leadership Responsibilities

Partner collaboratively with Superintendents.

Mentor Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers.

Promote Jennings Mechanical's Core Values.

Maintain professionalism and accountability.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required; Construction Management or related degree preferred.

5+ years of commercial mechanical construction experience.

3+ years managing commercial construction projects.

Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, piping, and sheet metal systems.

Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, contracts, and schedules.

Strong financial, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.

Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

Mechanical contracting and Design-Build experience.

OSHA 30 Certification.

BIM/VDC experience.

Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office proficiency.

Physical Requirements

Travel regularly to active construction sites.

Climb ladders and navigate construction environments.

Lift up to 25 pounds.

Work outdoors during site visits as needed.

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Worksite address

charleston, SC, 29408, US

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