Southland Industries Inc.

Traveling Project Manager

Southland Industries Inc.$75K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in mechanical engineering or construction science, or equivalent experience
  • 5-10 years of extensive experience in construction design, finance, and management
  • Deep understanding of corporate and industry practices affecting projects
  • Proven project management skills in documentation, cost control, and procurement
  • Superior communication and interpersonal skills, including tact and diplomacy
  • OSHA-30 certification required within six months of hire
  • Proficient in MS Office and willingness to learn new software

Responsibilities

  • Lead mechanical projects up to $10 million in collaboration with project superintendent
  • Evaluate contracts and organize project staffing with regional department heads
  • Set project objectives and standards within corporate policies
  • Coordinate with clients and A/E contacts to ensure smooth construction activities
  • Negotiate and issue subcontracts and manage financial aspects of contracts
  • Monitor project development and maintain schedules and budgets
  • Develop long-term relationships with clients, consultants, and contractors

Benefits

  • 401(k) plan with 50% company match and immediate 100% vesting
  • 100% employee-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Performance-based annual bonus program
  • Life and disability insurance benefits
  • Pre-tax flexible spending plans for health and dependent care
  • Paid parental leave
  • Comprehensive paid time off including holidays and personal time
  • Opportunities for training and professional development
Full Job Description
Job Description

Position Summary

Provide overall management direction on one or more mechanical projects (up to $10 million) and develop new business opportunities relative to a particular client, group of clients, particular industry or geographical area.

Position Details
  • Assume primary leadership responsibilities for each assigned project in partnership with the designated project superintendent.
  • Evaluate the contractual scope of work. Plan, organize and staff key project positions through regional department heads, subordinate project managers, general superintendents, etc.
  • Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of Southland's corporate policy.
  • Initiate and maintain liaison with prime client and A/E contacts to coordinate scheduling activities and facilitate successful construction activities.
  • Negotiate, prepare and issue subcontracts.
  • Monitor/control project development through administrative direction of on-site project superintendent. Prepare, issue and update master project schedule and variance reports to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget.
  • Manage all financial aspects of contracts (costs, billings, and collections) to maintain profitability goals and positive cash flow while simultaneously maintaining a good relationship with the client.
  • Manage risks. Investigate potentially serious situations to circumvent problems or promptly implement corrective measures as required.
  • Actively pursue additional work through change orders.
  • Ensure project document controls are in compliance with contract requirements and Southland standards.
  • Attend job progress meetings as required. Develop and maintain viable long-term relationships with customers, consultants, general contractors and subcontractors.
  • Supervise/mentor the work of other project managers or assistant project managers, when assigned.
  • Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

Qualifications
  • 4-yr. mechanical engineering or construction science degree (or commensurate levels of technical training and related experience)
  • Extensive experience/knowledge (5-10 years) of construction design, finance, and management
  • Thorough understanding or corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, etc., and their impact on project activities
  • Strong project management skills, including
    • documentation
    • cost control
    • procurement
    • scheduling
    • change order pricing
    • negotiating
  • Superior communication and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.) skills
  • OSHA-30 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire)
  • Excellent MS Office skills and ability/drive to learn new software systems
  • Ability to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance
  • Employment is contingent upon satisfying all jobsite-specific access requirements, with no outstanding restrictions from any jobsite or from working with any of Southland's partnering General Contractors, Owners, Customers, etc.

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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