Mechanical Manager

The Mechanical Manager is responsible for assisting in managing quality, cost, and delivery on projects. They are responsible to help monitor the process and are responsible for supporting the Site Manager as the central hub. In order to manage quality, cost and delivery, Mechanical Manager helps the Site Manager formally requisition packages of work (with a defined scope, budget and delivery) from the internal departments or 3rd party suppliers. This position will also facilitate the project contract administration with direction from the Site Manager to ensure a positive flow on the project.

**DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Train our Mechanical foremen to be able to supervise the subtrades of the mechanical division to ensure they are meeting our standards and timelines across all of our projects.
- Work closely with mechanical design during pre-con to ensure we are specifying the most practical (cost effective and lead time) mechanical materials and equipment.
- Build our own internal HVAC installation team.
- Work in tandem with the project managers and the electrical manager to ensure the project needs and schedule are being met based on the goals set forth by Senior Management, which is monitored by the lead PM and the Field Operations Manager
- Manage scope creep through effective use of change orders.
- Along with accounting, effectively manage the cash flow on projects by pushing to hit payment milestones, and promptly invoicing the customer.
- Communicate any problems with team members or project results to the Site Manager which in turn will relay to the department managers.
- Assist the estimating department in project deep dives to determine what worked well and what did not.
- Have a positive attitude towards work and provide leadership to create a good working environment for others.
- Be a problem solver. Help to develop the solutions we need, not just point out the gaps that may exist.
- Help develop and maintain the project management process. This includes training Project Coordinators and other key stakeholders of the process. Some key elements of the project management process are:

- Project requirements are validated before work begins on a project. These requirements include a valid scope, budget and delivery, as well as any credit checks, down payments, etc. as mandated by company policy and the contract.
- Develop project schedules with insight from design, trades, Project Manager, and customers. Monitor these schedules weekly with the project team and discuss any delays with the Project Manager to minimize negative effects on project completion dates.
- Project charter documents are prepared at the beginning of a project in conjunction with the estimating department. These include the scope, budget and delivery criteria as well as the overall schedule.
- Project requirements are properly communicated to and understood by the project team.
- Purchasing and Manufacturing departments plan their activities on large projects to realize economies of scale, including consolidated purchasing and assembly line production where applicable.
- All activities are coordinated through formal requisitions, each with a defined scope, budget and delivery.
- Scope creep is effectively managed, with the assistance of the estimating department if necessary.
- Customer communication is managed so that customers are informed and satisfied and that promises are not made outside of project management.
- Complete understanding reading, interpreting, and estimating projects from engineered drawings
- Input and assistance with Design Build projects with our consulting teams
- Coordinate, schedule, and evaluate all mechanical aspects of our projects from start to finish according to schedule, specifications and budget
- Work with field staff to determine best practices and efficiency
- Provide support to the Director of Construction and Project Managers as required
- Plan and prepare construction schedules and milestones and monitor progress against established schedules
- Responsible for quality and delivery of projects
- Prepare and submit mechanical project budget updates
- Supervise the activities of subcontractors and subordinate staff
- Some travel may be required to review sites or facilities.

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**Required Skills**:
Required Experience
- Must have comprehensive knowledge of building systems included in architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical and civil construction scopes.