Project Manager; Mechanical Construction

About Us

From inception to commissioning and beyond, we offer complete mechanical contracting and energy services solutions. Our expertise includes design‑assist, HVAC, plumbing, sheet metal, and process piping construction for semiconductor, data center, healthcare, biotech, water treatment, power generation, and other facilities.

Job Title:

Mechanical Construction Project Manager

Location:

Tempe, Arizona

Reports to:

Vice President of Operations

University Mechanical & Engineering Contractors (UMEC) is a wholly‑owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group Inc. EMCOR is the world’s leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction and facilities services, including planning, consulting, operations and maintenance. UMEC is a full‑service mechanical contractor serving the western United States. UMEC is an industry leader in BIM technology, and innovative design‑assist services for complex mechanical systems, including heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, and piping systems for commercial, institutional, high‑tech, industrial and military clients.

University Mechanical is currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Construction Project Manager to lead mechanical construction projects on time and within budget for various markets including Semiconductor, Data Center Markets, Healthcare, Higher Education, Data Center, Manufacturing, and a wide range of other markets. The position requires 5‑7 years of construction project management experience, preferably working for a Mechanical Contractor. Applicants with Military experience are encouraged to apply.

• The Project Manager is responsible for the successful completion of all aspects of the project.
• Manages the overall operations of the project including field labor and productivity, scope management, construction schedule, client relations, job cost management, cost control of the project, schedule of values, change order management, compliance with project specifications, and the performance of daily operations.
• Preparing monthly financial forecasts and updates.
• Enforces UMEC Safety Program and coordinates with Safety Director to ensure proper site safety practices and procedures are followed.
• Coordinates purchase of necessary materials, equipment, rentals, and services with purchasing department.
• Responsible for ensuring complete and proper processing of all project correspondence, records, reports, etc. and timely submission.
• Comply with all company operating policies, procedures, executed plans, and programs.
• Responsible for directing and overseeing the work activities of their direct reports.

To perform this job successfully, the 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 the essential functions.

• Must have 5‑7 years mechanical construction project management experience or plumbing project management experience, preferably working for a Mechanical Contractor.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Mechanical Engineering OR a minimum of 8 years combined experience in field installation and project management in the mechanical industry, with at least 5 years experience leading complex multi‑million dollar Mechanical Projects in the public/private sector.
• Must have demonstrated knowledge and work experience showing the ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Programs, Project Management and Estimating software, including, but not limited to
  - Microsoft (Excel, Word, Project, Access, & Power point), Bluebeam Revu PDF editing, and Vista‑Viewpoint (Project Management & Accounting Software).
• Travel to construction project sites in the greater Tempe/Phoenix area.

• Must possess excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Must prioritize in a fast‑paced multi‑task environment.
• Must have demonstrated ability to perform basic business mathematical functions.
• Must…