Southland Industries Inc.

Project Manager

Southland Industries Inc.$90K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management; 7-10+ years of relevant experience.
  • Previous experience managing multiple MEP projects in a firm setting.
  • Familiarity with Design/Build and modular fabrication preferred.
  • Experience utilizing Lean Construction tools is a bonus.
  • Knowledge of building systems including HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and piping is essential.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to innovate construction techniques.
  • Experience in managing project financials and forecasting.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee project management from design to delivery for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
  • Coordinate support for large-scale modular projects within a manufacturing facility.
  • Lead planning and execution of mechanical projects, addressing all operational factors.
  • Utilize lean principles to streamline processes and meet client expectations.
  • Manage project financials, ensuring budgets and timelines are adhered to.
  • Cultivate and maintain long-term customer relationships beyond individual projects.
  • Mentor junior team members to foster their professional growth and align with company values.

Benefits

  • 401(k) with 50% company match and immediate 100% vesting.
  • 100% employee-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Performance-based annual bonus program.
  • Paid parental leave and generous paid time off policies.
  • Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities.
  • Wellness benefits including flexible spending plans.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Position Summary

Are you ready to take your MEP project management career to the next level? Join a cutting-edge prefabrication and modular construction manufacturing environment where stability meets innovation. As an MEP Project Manager, you'll oversee the design, fabrication, and delivery of complex mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems-serving diverse project verticals across commercial, healthcare, industrial, and mission-critical sectors.

Position Details
  • Unmatched Exposure & Growth - Unlike traditional construction, where project experience builds over time, you'll gain hands-on experience across a wide range of systems and industries-faster.
  • Stability & Efficiency - Work in a controlled environment with streamlined processes, reducing on-site uncertainties while delivering high-quality, repeatable results.
  • Innovative Approach - Be at the forefront of offsite manufacturing, leveraging prefabrication and modular solutions to drive efficiency, safety, and sustainability.
  • Career Acceleration - Develop expertise in cutting-edge construction methods, positioning yourself as a leader in the evolving built environment.
  • Provide support to a single large project or multiple projects being modularly designed and built in our modular manufacturing facility
  • We do self-performing work, so you'll need to work with craftsman, foreman and the owner
  • You'll help plan out mechanical projects from start to finish with an understanding of all of the moving parts involved and what it takes to manage the process
  • You'll utilize your LEAN principles and have a keen understanding of what the owner wants and how we can deliver it
  • You'll play a key role in managing the financials and making sure the project stays on track
  • You'll continually develop and nurture customer relationships beyond a single project - at Southland, we value customers for life.
  • You'll get to mentor younger people and help prepare them for the next step in their profession in keeping with our core value "People."

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management, 7-10+ years experience in related field.
  • Experience working at a MEP firm managing multiple MEP projects
  • Experience with Design/Build and Modular fabrication project experience is considered a plus
  • Familiarity and/or experience with Lean Construction tools considered a plus
  • Experience working on data centers, federal work, industrial and/or healthcare is a plus!
  • You have a strong knowledge of building systems, HVAC, mechanical, electrical, piping, including design, construction, and how these systems work
  • You're fanatical about planning, innovating, and improving the processes we use every day.
  • You have the ability to think outside the box and lead the team in driving innovative construction techniques and prefabrication strategies.
  • You have strong experience managing mechanical construction projects for a mechanical company - after all, that's what we do!
  • You're accountable and take initiative on your projects. Accountability is one of Southland's highest values.
  • You're able to creatively solve problems. You've been in the trenches before. You know what it takes to get the job done and done right for your customer and your company.
  • You have strong leadership skills, business acumen, and integrity.
  • You have a strong understanding of the financials of a project and how to forecast
  • You have good relationships with the field and understand what it takes to get the best out of your people
  • You're able to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders to achieve mutual outcomes. We're counting on you to bring a collaborative spirit to our work process.

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:
  • 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
  • Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
  • Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
  • Disability income protection insurance
  • Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
  • Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
  • Wellness benefits


About Southland Industries Inc.

Southland Industries is a construction company that specializes in designing, building, and maintaining mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems for commercial, institutional, and industrial clients. The company was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Columbia, Maryland. Southland Industries has over 30 offices across the United States and employs over 3,000 people. The company has completed projects in a variety of industries, including healthcare, education, government, and data centers. Southland Industries is committed to sustainability and has implemented green building practices in many of its projects.
Learn more about Southland Industries Inc.
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$50 million
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$1 billion

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