MEP Project Manager - El Paso, TX

Job Description

We are seeking a Project Manager / Construction Manager for our federal team supporting Fort Bliss in El Paso, TX. Our team is primarily responsible for install and retrofit projects related to the large HVAC mechanical upgrades and other relevant equipment and electrical systems. 

 

As part of a Fortune 500 company, Johnson Controls Federal Systems (JCFS) is a specialized team serving as a trusted partner to the federal government. We help modernize U.S. military installations, Department of Defense and other federal agency facilities to be smarter, more resilient, efficient, sustainable, and secure.

Pay range: $100,000 - $130,000 base salary plus bonus incentive. Negotiable based on experience. 
Bonus eligible: Yes
Company Vehicle: Yes
Benefits: Eligible for benefits on first day of employment
Paid Time Off: 3 weeks paid vacation, 5 sick days, 3 floating holidays, and 10 standard holidays (6.5 weeks in total)
Travel Required: None, all work is based at this location

 

As a Project Manager/Construction Manager, you will:

 

Serve as a primary leader for execution on a large retrofit and installation projects, primarily related to the HVAC mechanical equipment, BAS/Controls (Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems), electrical upgrades (low/high voltage),  and other MEP related equipment and systems.
Develop project schedules and executes according to plan.
Supervises the field construction process of assigned projects in accordance with the plans and specifications, to ensure that each phase of the work is completed on schedule, within the budget, and with the quality workmanship expected by the company and the customer 
Manages budgets and completes (monthly) forecasting in conjunction with Operations Manager and Regional Manager.
Manage the selection, scope of work, procurement, quality and payment of project materials, vendors and subcontractors 
Negotiates, prepares and issues subcontracts
Ensure that assigned projects are executed per quality control plan, on-time, billed within budget, and within scope of the contract. 
Adheres to and ensures project personnel and subcontractors adhere to all safety standards and internal policies
Understand project and contract scopes; actively pursues growth opportunities and collaborates with customers to help achieve desired outcomes
Help prepare and approve cost estimates, contract terms & conditions, and technical responses to client requests for information, bids, and proposals
Ensure Site Superintendent(s), Technician(s) and subcontractor(s) complete assigned work per established standards, and thoroughly communicate the services performed and completion criteria to customers
Complete timely and accurate project billing to maintain profitability goals and positive cash flow
Analyze financial reporting and project schedule to proactively address potential problems. Effectively communicates project progress, issues and financial status to leadership as required
Provide periodic project status updates, and monthly revenue, cost, and gross margin forecasts
Manage risk, establish project recovery plans, and resolve disputes to minimize escalation
Ensure project document controls and deliverables comply with contract requirements and Johnson Controls standards
Manages the selection, ordering, and delivery schedule of materials to be procured for the projects assigned
Coordinates customer-training requirements
 

Required Qualifications:


Project management or construction management experience, preferably with commercial or industrial HVAC mechanical, HVAC controls/BAS, electrical, MEP, or other related equipment and systems. 10+ years preferred
Able to execute projects of higher project and contract complexity
Experience managing project financials (P&L management experience), including forecasting
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills. Must have the ability to communicate technical material to a non-technical audience
Proficient in Project Management software and principles. Proficiency with Microsoft Project and Procore preferred.
Strong personal computer working capabilities in MS Office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook) and basic Windows environment
Ability to obtain and maintain required government security clearances or badging as needed. (This involves a background/character, criminal history, employment, and credit check.)
 

Preferred Qualifications:


Technical competency and experience working with commercial or industrial HVAC mechanical and/or HVAC BAS controls (DDC) controls to include evaluation of contractual scope, specification interruption, change order management, basic design, and installation standards
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Experience managing large projects (in excess of $5 million)
Experience reading and interpreting government contracts and government procurement standards
Experience managing multiple trades and subcontractors
Experience managing project(s) at government sites (DoD preferred)
 

Preferred Education:


Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Management, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field, or equivalent work related experience
Active Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Professional Constructor (CPC), Designated Design-Build Professional certification, or Licensed Professional Registration preferred
BAS Industry certifications, licenses, and/or training (Metasys, Tridium Niagara N4, etc)
Experience using Procore – project management software
Construction Quality Management for Contractors (CQM) certificate
OSHA-30 certificate
First Aid/CPR certificate