Senior Project Manager - Mechanical Design

Grunau Fire Protection

$90K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent experience
  • 10+ years of progressive project management experience in mechanical contracting
  • Proven experience with piping and sheet metal systems
  • Demonstrated success in building long-term client relationships
  • Strong background in estimating across mechanical trades
  • Experience in leading and developing high-performing teams
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, adaptable to new software; LEED accreditation a plus

Responsibilities

  • Lead estimating efforts across Pipefitting and Sheet Metal
  • Develop and execute design-build estimates with teams and clients
  • Mentor Project Managers in change order pricing and cost control
  • Forecast and manage labor hours to support project financial goals
  • Champion jobsite safety from kickoff through closeout
  • Own and manage client relationships and pursue new business opportunities
  • Apply mechanical system knowledge across diverse projects

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Life Insurance
  • Short + Long-Term Disability
  • Matching 401K
  • Profit Sharing
  • Opportunity to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program
Full Job Description
Key Responsibilities

Estimating and Preconstruction Leadership:

  • Lead estimating efforts across Pipefitting and Sheet Metal
  • Develop and execute design-build estimates, partnering with internal teams and clients
  • Mentor Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers in change order pricing and cost control
  • Proactively support company-wide estimating and pursuit efforts

Labor Planning and Field Leadership

  • Forecast and manage labor hours to support project financial goals
  • Coordinate manpower planning and scheduling
  • Build strong, collaborative relationships with the Foremen and field crews
  • Communicate clearly to align expectations between office and field operations

Safety Leadership

  • Champion jobsite safety from project kickoff through closeout
  • Perform safety audits and proactively address potential risks
  • Foster a culture where safety is planned, communicated, and executes at every level

Client Development and Sales

  • Own and manage client, owner, and general contractor relationships
  • Actively pursue new business opportunities and strategic partnerships
  • Lead proposal development and participate in client presentations
  • Serve as trusted advisor throughout the project lifecycle

Technical and Design

  • Apply comprehensive mechanical system knowledge across diverse project types
  • Leverage building code and standards experience to deliver value-driven solutions
  • Utilize mechanical design experience to support complex design-build projects

Operational Excellence and Leadership

  • Deliver projects that meet or exceed planned gross margins
  • Mentor and develop Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers
  • Follow and continuously improve Grunau's Project Management processes
  • Lead by example through continuous improvement, accountability, and professionalism


Required Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management or Equivalent Experience

Required Demonstrated Experience

  • 10+ years of progressive project management experience in mechanical contracting
  • Proven experience in piping and sheet metal systems
  • Mechanical design experience strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated success building and maintaining long term client relationships
  • Deep understanding of mechanical construction practices, processes and standards
  • Experience leading, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams
  • Strong estimating background across mechanical trades
  • Demonstrable success developing and maintaining customer relationships
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook; adaptable to new software platforms
  • LEED accreditation a plus

Pay Range: Competitive base salary, commensurate with experience + Performance based incentive compensation

Excellent Benefits: Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Short + Long-Term Disability, Matching 401K, Profit Sharing, Opportunity to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program.

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