Project Manager

Project ManagerJob Location: Elkridge MD Operating Company: Hobbs & Associates FLSA Status: Exempt Salary: $60,000-$80,000Hobbs & Associates specializes in providing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) products and engineering services to commercial and industrial building contractors, architectural design firms, and business owners. Our collaborative approach helps bring lasting community infrastructure to life, including schools, universities, hospitals, military and municipal buildings, entertainment venues, hotels, and multi-family residences.Job Description: As a Project Manager, this individual will be responsible for coordinating submittals, equipment selection, pricing, and ship dates for each assigned project. A Project Manager must have the ability to learn new skills and knowledge about Designed HVAC systems and the related HVAC Equipment, Air Distribution and Hydronics in the context of project management. Must be detailed and customer service oriented along with having excellent organizational skills. Position requires a high level of oral and written correspondence with the Sales Team, Customers and Manufacturers to ensure timely completion of assigned projects while maintaining customer satisfaction. Must be able to work well with others in a fast-paced & high-volume environment.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Optimize the project through the stages of product selection, specifications, plans, estimates, proposals, value engineering and redesigns.Manage multiple projects on an ongoing basisManage project costs ensuring targeted project performance is achieved.Align project schedules and deliverable deadlines to customers' project milestonesCommunicate with owners, architects, MEP Consultants and General, Mechanical, Electrical, and Controls ContractorsDevelop and grow relationships with customers, contractors, project engineers and manufacturersInvestigate concerns, implement corrective action and communicate with customers and co-workers as necessary to maximize customer satisfactionRead, understand and interpret building plans & specificationsGenerate and submit submittals to consulting engineerCreate and maintain job files for each project throughout its durationOrganize project related data for order entryAssist with distribution and receipt of submittalsTrack ship dates and shipments to delivery; communicates with customers regarding updatesCommunicate effectively with team members, customers and factories concerning details of projectGenerate equipment selections during project execution as needed.Generate additional quotes as needed during project execution.Respond to and track IOM & Submittal requestsCollaborate regularly with Parts, Service (for equipment start-up, functional testing, and commissioning purposes), and Accounting (invoicing coordination); prepare reports regularlyExperience and Requirements:Associates or bachelor's degree and/or 2+ years in a project admin / project management role; or related experienceMechanical Contracting with emphasis on HVAC Equipment, Engineering or Construction industry experience preferredExcellent initiative, and interpersonal communications skills and a demonstrated ability to influence othersAbility to prioritize, multi-task, deal with conflict and ambiguity and manage high volume projectsStrong PC skills in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OutlookBenefits: We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage to support your well-being.Financial Security – 401(k) retirement plan with company match and short/long-term disability coverage.Work-Life Balance – Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and an employee assistance program (EAP).Professional Development – Ongoing training opportunities and support for continuing education.Air Control Concepts & Hobbs & Associates are Equal Opportunity Employers.