Project Manager - Service Division

About the Company

Our confidential client is one of California's largest full-service mechanical contractors, serving healthcare, entertainment, laboratory, hospitality, commercial office, and government/education clients throughout Southern California. With 40+ years of experience and 100% employee ownership, they bring a collaborative, invested approach to every project and are recognized as one of the most trusted names in the field.

About the Role

We are currently seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our growing Service Division. This role is ideal for a driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong client relationships, and is passionate about delivering successful projects from start to finish. This position require travel to project sites including Orange County and Los Angeles. 

Position Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination, execution, and financial performance of service-related projects. This role serves as a key liaison between customers, field teams, subcontractors, and internal departments to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

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  Manage manpower planning and resource allocation for service projects.

  
  


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  Conduct site walks and evaluate project requirements at customer locations.

  
  


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  Partner with Account Support teams to develop project scopes, labor estimates, and pricing for proposals.

  
  


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  Develop and maintain detailed Methods of Procedure (MOPs) for project execution.

  
  


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  Oversee project documentation, including:

  
  
  
  
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    Submittals

    
    
  
  
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    Schedules

    
    
  
  
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    Change orders

    
    
  
  
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    Project start-up and close-out packages

    
    
  
  
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    Operations & Maintenance (O&M) manuals

    
    
  
  
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    As-built documentation

    
    
  
  
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    Warranty documentation

    
    
  
  
  
  


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  Manage subcontractor relationships, contracts, and scope execution.

  
  


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  Perform jobsite audits, quality control inspections, and other project-specific responsibilities as required.

  
  


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  Collaborate with Account Executives, Technicians, Clients, and Service Operations teams to ensure seamless project delivery.

  
  


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  Coordinate with other Control Air divisions, including:

  
  
  
  
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    Tenant Improvement

    
    
  
  
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    Major Construction

    
    
  
  
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    Controls

    
    
  
  
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    Insulation Technologies

    
    
  
  
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    Retrofit

    
    
  
  
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    Plumbing

    
    
  
  
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    Other specialty groups

    
    
  
  
  
  


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  Monitor project financial performance, including profitability, forecasting, and execution metrics.

  
  


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  Identify and develop new business opportunities within existing service accounts.

  
  


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  Utilize and become proficient in company software systems and operational platforms.

  
  


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  Lead project meetings with professionalism, clarity, and effective communication.

  
  


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  Maintain and strengthen customer satisfaction while upholding Control Air’s reputation for excellence.

  
  


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  Perform other duties as assigned.

  
  

Qualifications

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  Project management experience within the mechanical, HVAC, construction, service, or related industry preferred.

  
  


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  Strong understanding of project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and documentation processes.

  
  


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  Ability to read and interpret project specifications, drawings, and scopes of work.

  
  


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  Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

  
  


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  Experience managing subcontractors, clients, and cross-functional teams.

  
  


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  Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

  
  


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  Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software.

  
  


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  Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment.

  
  

​​​​​​​Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $80,000 – $110,000 annually

Benefits included:

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  Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  
  


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  401(k) Retirement Plan

  
  


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  Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

  
  


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  Life Insurance

  
  


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  Long-Term Disability Insurance

  
  


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  Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

  
  


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  Supplemental Insurance Options

  
  


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  Paid Holidays

  
  


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  Paid Time Off (PTO)