Project Manager
About the Company
For over 50 years, Therma, a Legence Company, has redefined the mechanical construction landscapes in California. Renowned for outstanding client service and attention to detail, Therma balances innovative, facility-specific solutions with a pragmatic, cost-conscious approach. The firm employs more than 1,100 people across 3 regional offices and serves a diverse range of market sectors, including Biopharmaceutical, Education, Healthcare, Food & Beverage, Commercial, Industrial, and Data Center facilities. Therma’s culture is open, innovative, collaborative, and fun, recognized as a #1 Best Place to Work on multiple occasions. The position is located in San Jose, CA, and is full-time, onsite with no remote option available.
About the Role
Therma has an immediate need for an experienced Project Manager based in the San Jose area. This role involves managing unique designs, projects, and deadlines, requiring the ability to oversee jobs of varying sizes, coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, and provide leadership to large project teams. The Project Manager works with customers to develop scope, budget, and estimates, oversees project plans, assists in procurement, and ensures customer satisfaction through effective communication and relationship management.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain professional communications with co-workers and clients.
- Make sales contacts, research customer needs, and follow up on sales leads.
- Develop and maintain client relationships, ensuring client satisfaction.
- Coordinate and lead staff from all departments throughout the entirety of projects.
- Prepare budget projections, control costs, and meet established revenue and profit goals.
- Provide communications including memos, contracts, change orders, and strategies to ensure best practices and legal protection.
- Attend client project meetings and be present on job sites during construction activities and critical project times.
- Establish, manage, and provide leadership to project teams.
- Facilitate and troubleshoot problems associated with projects.
- Purchase materials and equipment as needed.
- Maintain control and accurate projections of project costs, with a focus on value engineering.
- Assemble and review submittals with clients and installation crews.
- Communicate with clients and troubleshoot technical issues on projects.
- Cost out change orders and present them to clients.
- Track material costs and labor hours when necessary.
- Redline and mark up drawings as needed.
- Provide department leadership by example and mentoring.
- Support accountability for individual projects and the MEP department in general.
- Maintain and follow established Therma Project Management procedures.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager in the HVAC Mechanical/Plumbing industry.
- Ability to operate independently and autonomously while knowing when to consult with others.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Developed presentation skills.
- Strong customer relations skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Proactive approach to work.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Team player mentality.
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.
- Creative use of skills and resources to accomplish tasks.
Qualifications
- BS in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred but not required.
- Current licensed Professional Engineer (PE) preferred but not required.
Pay
$125,000–$175,000 depending on experience.
Benefits
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting.
- Health & Welfare Benefits: Employer-provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, Employee Assistance Program, and accident & illness coverage.
- Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and AD&D valued at $50,000 with the option for voluntary buy-up for additional coverage.
- Time Off: Flexible non-accrual vacation (separate from CA sick leave); company holidays per policy.
- Expenses: Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.