Project Manager

About Us

We are aleading industrial construction firm that specializes in the manufacture and installation of process and utility piping systems as well as custom sheet metal fabrication. Whether for large-scale projects involving heavy machinery or small-scale jobs handling delicate instruments, we have the capabilities to deliver a variety of duct, chute, piping, and structural steel fabrication and installation along with equipment setting and erection.

Job Summary

Job Title: Project Manager, Construction (Mechanical)

Location: Newport News, VA

Reports to: Sr. Vice President / Vice President / Director

FLSA Status: Full-Time / Exempt

Work Shift: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. / Mon. - Fri.

ABOUT US: R.S. Harritan is a leading industrial construction firm, specializing in the manufacturing and installation of process and utility piping systems, custom sheet metal fabrication, including installation of ducts and chutes, structural steel fabrication and installation, as well as equipment setting and erection.

SUMMARY

The Project Manager assists the company in meeting its objectives and goals by overseeing and directing assigned commercial construction projects taking appropriate actions to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget and with defined resources. The Project Manager will ensure a safe working environment for all employees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following:

• Provide day-to-day leadership and management in the execution of the assigned project in a manner with the mission and core values of the company.

• Independently oversees all aspects of the assigned project through completion.

• Independently oversees, directs and leads risk mitigation for matters arising out of project performance.

• Responsible for driving the project to achieve and surpass sales, profitability, cash flow in alignment with business goals and objectives. Professional

• Provides timely, accurate and complete reports to the Executive Officers on the operating condition of the project.

• Communicates and collaborates with the PreConstruction, Scheduling, Purchasing, Prefabrication, Drafting and Executive team members in the performance of the project to achieve deliverables for the project within or ahead of schedule.

• Act as a "client-care officer" through direct contact with every client and partner in connection with the assigned project.

• Partner with Project Estimators to ensure a complete scope of work is defined.

• Monitor project budgets and labor costs.

• Prepare and present computer-generated spreadsheets and reports.

• Maintain regular communication and collaboration with project superintendents by spending time on assigned job sites.

• Report and resolve employee concerns and/or grievances as needed.

• Ensure job site employees maintain a safe work environment by conducting safety audits.

• Conduct Toolbox Talks and other company training on assigned job sites as needed.

• Attend and conduct meetings as required.

• Comply with all company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs as established

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead, direct and manage project personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each of the aforementioned essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, knowledge, skill, and/or attributes necessary to fully perform the duties of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

You must be work authorized in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to F-1 (student) visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management.

Ten years direct and independent experience in managing large commercial construction projects, successfully.

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Direct experience with increasing expertise in Microsoft Office Word and Excel applications.

• Direct experience with financial management software in connection with project management accounting.

• As applicable software applications utilized in the Commercial Mechanical Contracting industry

REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES

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

• Must possess professional integrity, and be trustworthy.

• Must possess excellent motivation skills to effectively lead and direct others.

• Must possess the interpersonal communication skills to successfully execute position responsibilities and represent the organization effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Must demonstrate ability to effectively organize and manage multiple projects.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of employees, government agencies, general and subcontractors, and suppliers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be regularly required to commute to field locations.

We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and 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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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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Job Locations US-VA-Newport News | US-VA-Newport News | US-VA-Richmond

ID 2026-52364

Company R.S. Harritan & Company, Inc.

Category Operations Management

Position Type Full-Time

Location Type Onsite

Posted Date 8 hours ago (9/8/2026 2:29 PM)