Project Manager

Locations: Pittsburgh, PA

Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site Only

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:30 PM

Compensation: $110,000–$130,000 annually + project performance incentives

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

Position Summary

W.G. Tomko is seeking an experienced Project Manager to independently manage large-scale commercial mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through completion.

This position requires a strong background in commercial HVAC, plumbing, piping, and mechanical contracting, with demonstrated experience managing complex, multimillion-dollar projects, including project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and field operations.

The Project Manager will typically be responsible for one to two large commercial mechanical construction projects at a time, working closely with Project Engineers, Superintendents, subcontractors, and other project personnel to ensure successful execution.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical knowledge of mechanical construction, proven project management experience, and the ability to independently manage projects without extensive industry-specific training.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Project Management: Independently manage one to two large-scale commercial or light industrial mechanical construction projects, overseeing all phases from preconstruction through closeout.
• Project Planning: Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, staffing requirements, resource allocation, and overall project milestones.
• Financial Management: Take ownership of project budgets, cost projections, work-in-progress (WIP) reports, labor analysis, billing, financial forecasts, and overall project profitability.
• Contract Administration: Manage AIA contract requirements, change orders, claims, delays, submittals, RFIs, and construction documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Construction Operations: Coordinate mechanical construction activities with Superintendents, Project Engineers, field personnel, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Project Team Leadership: Direct and support assigned Project Engineers, Project Coordinators, and other project personnel to ensure work is completed according to project specifications, schedules, and budgets.
• Client Relationships: Serve as a primary point of contact for general contractors, project owners, engineers, and other stakeholders throughout project execution.
• Procurement & Subcontractor Management: Oversee purchasing, material procurement, equipment requirements, fabrication planning, subcontractor coordination, and delivery schedules.
• Change Order Management: Identify scope changes, prepare and negotiate change orders, and ensure proper documentation and timely payment.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify and resolve scheduling conflicts, budget concerns, project delays, and construction challenges.
• Safety & Quality: Partner with field leadership to ensure construction activities meet company safety standards, quality expectations, and project specifications.
• Project Reporting: Maintain accurate project documentation, monitor project performance, and provide regular updates to senior management.

Must Have Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant experience in commercial mechanical construction, including demonstrated project management responsibilities.
• Mechanical contracting background: Previous experience working directly for a mechanical contractor or mechanical specialty-trade contractor, with strong knowledge of commercial HVAC, plumbing, piping, and mechanical systems.
• Independent project management experience: Proven ability to independently manage large mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, including responsibility for project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and overall execution.
• Project size and complexity: Experience managing mechanical construction projects valued at $1M+, with demonstrated exposure to larger, multimillion-dollar projects. Experience with mechanical contracts valued at $5M–$20M+ is highly desirable.
• Project duration: Experience managing complex, longer-duration construction projects, typically ranging from 8 months to 3+ years.
• Relevant construction environments: Experience with heavy commercial and/or light industrial construction, including ground-up construction, major renovations, and retrofits. Relevant projects may include hospitals, healthcare facilities, universities, government buildings, and large commercial facilities.
• Mechanical scope ownership: Proven responsibility for managing the mechanical scope of construction projects, rather than solely overseeing general construction activities.
• Contract administration: Working knowledge of AIA contracts, change orders, submittals, RFIs, construction documentation, and project closeout procedures.
• Financial management: Experience managing project budgets, cost projections, WIP reporting, labor costs, billing, and overall project profitability.
• Field coordination: Experience working directly with Superintendents, subcontractors, vendors, and field teams to coordinate mechanical construction activities.
• Project team leadership: Ability to lead assigned Project Engineers, Project Coordinators, and field personnel while maintaining accountability for project performance.
• Communication & organization: Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain client relationships.
• On-site availability: Ability to work full-time on-site and visit active construction projects as needed.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position operates in both office and active construction environments. Occasional exposure to dust, noise, varying temperatures, and construction equipment may occur.

Light physical effort is required, including occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds, standing, walking, and visiting active job sites.

Occasional evening and weekend work may be required based on project demands.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $110,000–$130,000 annually
• Project Incentives: Opportunity to earn additional compensation based on project performance and completion under budget.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package.

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