Champion Industrial

heavy mechanical trade

ProjectManager

$90–120k Modesto, California, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid candidates.

The Brief

“Project Manager at Champion Industrial. Skills: Project Management, Budgeting, Scheduling, Risk Management, Contract Administration, Union Labor Coordination. Manage multiple commercial heavy mechanical projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget.. Develop and implement project plans, schedules, and timelines to meet client and company objectives.”

What You'll Achieve.

ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget; meet client and company objectives; maintain profitability; ensuring productivity and adherence to labor agreements; ensure smooth project execution; align with company goals; improve efficiency and documentation

Industry & Context.

heavy mechanical trade
Problems you'll solve

problem-solving; Identify potential project risks, troubleshoot challenges, and provide strategic solutions.

Eligibility Requirements

Ability to Commute: Modesto, CA 95350 (Required)

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5-6+ years of experience as a Project Manager in the heavy mechanical, industrial, or commercial construction sector., Extensive knowledge of HVAC, piping, plumbing, and sheet metal systems, commercial construction, and union labor practices., Proven experience in managing large-scale projects ranging from $500K to $5M in value., expertise in budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and contract administration., Proficiency in project management software, scheduling tools, and Microsoft Office Suite., leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills., Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment., understanding of union labor coordination, track record of successfully managing large-scale, time-sensitive projects

What You'll Do.

Manage multiple commercial heavy mechanical projects simultaneously

ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget.

Develop and implement project plans

and timelines to meet client and company objectives.

Coordinate pre-construction planning

project scope development

and contract negotiations.

Identify potential project risks

troubleshoot challenges

and provide strategic solutions.

Ensure compliance with safety regulations

and contractual obligations.

Develop and manage project budgets

and financial reports.

and subcontractor expenses

ensuring cost-effective solutions.

Implement cost-saving strategies without compromising quality or safety.

Forecast financial impacts and proactively adjust project plans to maintain profitability.

Lead and direct union workforce

ensuring productivity and adherence to labor agreements.

Work closely with field supervisors

and subcontractors to ensure smooth project execution.

Maintain relationships with trade unions

Ensure all labor activities comply with union regulations and company policies.

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients

Maintain regular communication and reporting with senior management

ensuring alignment with company goals.

Conduct client meetings

and site visits to assess project status and address concerns.

Negotiate and manage contracts

and project scope modifications.

Ensure all projects comply with local

and federal mechanical construction codes.

and inspection processes to meet regulatory requirements.

Utilize project management software and construction technology to improve efficiency and documentation.

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

cross-functional coordination; vendor/stakeholder management; Lead and direct union workforce, ensuring productivity and adherence to labor agreements.; Work closely with field supervisors, foremen, and subcontractors to ensure smooth project execution.; Maintain relationships with trade unions, vendors, and suppliers.; Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.; Maintain regular communication and reporting with senior management, ensuring alignment with company goals.; Conduct client meetings, progress reports, and site visits to assess project status and address concerns.

Communication Scope

communication skills; Stakeholder Communication & Client Relations; Maintain regular communication and reporting with senior management; Conduct client meetings, progress reports, and site visits

Process & Methodology

Project Oversight & Execution, Budgeting, Cost Control & Resource Allocation, Team Leadership & Union Labor Coordination, Stakeholder Communication & Client Relations, Technical & Compliance Expertise, Develop and implement project plans, schedules, and timelines, Coordinate pre-construction planning, project scope development, and contract negotiations, Identify potential project risks, troubleshoot challenges, and provide strategic solutions, Ensure compliance with safety regulations, industry standards, and contractual obligations, Develop and manage project budgets, cost estimates, and financial reports, Track costs, labor, materials, and subcontractor expenses, Implement cost-saving strategies, Forecast financial impacts and proactively adjust project plans, Negotiate and manage contracts, change orders, and project scope modifications, Utilize project management software and construction technology

Full Job Description

Project Manager – Heavy Mechanical (Union-Based) Location: Modesto, CA Company: Champion Industrial About Us: Champion Industrial is a premier heavy mechanical trade company based in Modesto, CA, specializing in commercial and industrial projects. As a union-based organization, we are committed to excellence in construction, safety, and project execution. Our team of highly skilled professionals delivers complex mechanical solutions, ensuring the highest standards of quality and efficiency. We are currently seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and manage heavy mechanical commercial projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate has 5-6+ years of project management experience in the mechanical or industrial construction industry, a strong understanding of union labor coordination, and a track record of successfully managing large-scale, time-sensitive projects. Key Responsibilities Project Oversight & Execution Manage multiple commercial heavy mechanical projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget. Develop and implement project plans, schedules, and timelines to meet client and company objectives. Coordinate pre-construction planning, project scope development, and contract negotiations. Identify potential project risks, troubleshoot challenges, and provide strategic solutions. Ensure compliance with safety regulations, industry standards, and contractual obligations. Budgeting, Cost Control & Resource Allocation Develop and manage project budgets, cost estimates, and financial reports. Track costs, labor, materials, and subcontractor expenses, ensuring cost-effective solutions. Implement cost-saving strategies without compromising quality or safety. Forecast financial impacts and proactively adjust project plans to maintain profitability. Team Leadership & Union Labor Coordination Lead and direct union workforce, ensuring productivity and adherence to labor agreements. Work closely with field supervisors, foremen

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