Project Manager; Mechanical Construction

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:

Project Manager

Location:

Tempe, Arizona

Reports to:

VP 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, designing, building and commissioning mechanical systems for a wide range of markets.

• The Project Manager is responsible for the successful completion of all aspects of the project.
• Manages overall operations of the project including field labor and productivity, scope management, construction schedule, client relations, job cost management, cost control of project, schedule of values, change order management, compliance with project specifications, and 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 direct reports.

• 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 Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management 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 large 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, Work, Project, Access, & Powerpoint), Bluebeam Revu PDF editing, and Vista‑Viewpoint (Project Management & Accounting Software).
• Travel to construction project sites in the greater Tempe/Phoenix area.

• Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, (i.e. Outlook, Word and Excel).
• Familiarity with Project Management and Estimating software, including, but not limited to, Microsoft (Excel, Word, Project, Access, & Powerpoint), Bluebeam Revu PDF editing, and Vista‑Viewpoint.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, and other mechanical, technical, or construction programs.

• 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 work with minimal supervision.
• Must effectively manage time and details.
• Must interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of customer, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors, and suppliers, and other contractor organizations.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop,…