Mechanical Senior Project Manager

About Us

We are one of Southern California's leading value-added mechanical contractors. With a focus on client requirements, we offer BIM capabilities, design-build services, sustainable solutions, commercial HVAC systems, and complex mechanical and industrial system installations.

Job Summary

University Mechanical & Engineering Contractors, Inc. is currently seeking an individual for a full-time position as a Mechanical Senior Project Manager located in the San Diego area.

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities

PREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Proven project management skills with a minimum of 10 years' experience as a project manager with full mechanical contracting or related construction firms.

• Minimum 5 years' experience in industrial related projects.

• Minimum 5 years of preconstruction/design-assist experience.

• Proven experience in management of healthcare, data center, lab, higher education and semi-conductor projects. Contract value range of $15M-200M.

• Degree in Construction Management, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil or Chemical Engineering preferred.

• Experience working with job sites in healthcare is preferred.

Computer Skills

Able to effectively operate the following computer software programs

• Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office, Viewpoint

Note: This is not intended to be neither a detailed nor comprehensive description on any individual employee's job content. Managers set the specific duties and responsibilities for each employee.

Duties include safety of UMEC field personnel assigned to their projects, preconstruction, design- assist, field labor productivity, quality assurance and coordination, project financial outcome, projections and reporting, material and equipment procurement, change order management, owner/client relations, project cash flow, and personnel management.

Managers are responsible for directing and overseeing the work activities of their direct reports. Comply with all company operating policies, procedures, executed Plans, and Programs.

REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES

The requirements listed below are representative of characteristics and demonstrated capabilities sought to perform this job successfully.

• Must possess excellent written and verbal communications skills.

• Must prioritize in a fast-paced multi-task environment.

• Must have demonstrated ability to perform business mathematical functions.

• Must work with minimal supervision.

• Must effectively manage time and details.

• Must interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule forms.

• Must comply with all operating policies, procedures, executed Plans, and Programs.

• Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of employees, vendors, and suppliers.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Note: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Note: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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Geographic Disclosure

We offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Compensation Rage: $155,000-175,000

We are committed to providing employees a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program.

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Job Locations US-CA-El Cajon

ID 2026-51405

Company University Mechanical & Engineering Contractors, Inc.

Category Operations Services

Position Type Full-Time

Location Type Onsite

Posted Date 1 month ago (7/27/2026 5:42 PM)