Experienced Project Manager
Kelso Building Services · Ogden, UT · 2 days ago
On-siteInformation TechnologyFull-time
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead commercial construction and mechanical projects from project kickoff through final closeout.
- Establish project objectives, schedules, budgets, and resource plans to ensure successful project delivery.
- Track project costs, labor productivity, change management activities, forecasting, and overall financial performance.
- Cook up procurement activities to ensure timely delivery of equipment and materials.
- As the primary liaison, connect with customers, general contractors, consultants, vendors, and internal teams.
- Collaborate closely with field leadership, operations personnel, and estimating teams to maintain project alignment.
- Conduct project meetings and communicate status updates, milestones, challenges, and solutions to stakeholders.
- Review contracts, specifications, drawings, and scope requirements to identify project risks and opportunities.
- Manage project documentation, including: RFIs, Submittals, Change Orders, Purchase Orders, Payment Applications, Contract Correspondence, Project Logs and Reports.
- Develop and implement solutions to schedule, budget, or operational challenges.
- Oversee subcontractor performance and ensure work meets project expectations.
- Support and mentor project support staff and field teams as needed.
- Promote compliance with company safety standards and all applicable regulations.
- Maintain quality assurance processes throughout construction and commissioning activities.
- Coordinate project turnover, punch-list completion, warranty documentation, and final invoicing.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships that contribute to long-term business growth.
- Adept at adapting to changing priorities and supporting additional operational initiatives as assigned.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of project management experience within commercial construction, mechanical construction, HVAC, or a closely related industry.
- Demonstrated success managing project schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
- Strong understanding of construction project workflows, contract administration, and project controls.
- Ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Experience coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, and field personnel.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Proficiency with project management, scheduling, and Microsoft Office software applications.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Preferred Experience
- Candidates with experience in the following areas are highly desirable:
- Commercial HVAC systems
- Mechanical piping systems
- Sheet metal construction
- Building automation and controls
- Equipment installation and commissioning
- Design-build or negotiated construction projects
Education & Professional Background
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline preferred.
- Relevant industry experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
- Minimum of 3 years of project management experience required.
- Experience managing commercial construction projects ranging from renovations and tenant improvements to large-scale new construction is preferred.
- Proven experience with budget management, forecasting, contract administration, and customer relationship management.
- OSHA 30 certification preferred.
- PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials are a plus.
Additional Information
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required.
- Able to visit job sites and travel locally as necessary.