Job Description

MMC is looking for a Project Manager for Mechanical Construction projects based in the Cedar Rapids, IA location for the next 12 months! You can live anywhere but this project will have you on the road during the week for the next year in Cedar Rapids, IA. You will receive a monthly housing allowance for the next 12 months to cover the required living expenses, while you are on the road. MMC's Project Managers differentiate themselves and MMC through excellent project execution. They own their personal development and create strong relationships with our customers. They will eventually sell the majority of their own work. Their skill level allows them to be effective partners to Assistant Project Managers and Sr Project Managers.
Essential Tasks for a Project Manager include:
Estimating

• Estimating projects for all three trades (Plumbing, Pipefitting, and Sheetmetal)
• Teaching and partnering and mentoring Assistant Project Managers in change order estimating
• Proactively assist the MMC team with completing estimates

Managing Labor

• Forecasting labor hours
• Scheduling labor
• Communicating and developing positive relationships with the Foremen and Crew

Safety

• Perform safety audits to ensure a safe work environment
• Communicate safety concerns with Foremen and Crew
• Proactively plan for a safe job site from beginning of the project to the end

Sales

• Own the relationship with the customer/owner/general contractor that they have established
• Actively seek and develop new business relationships
• Lead and participate in proposal generation and presentation

Technical Knowledge

• Apply a well-rounded mechanical system knowledge to a variety of projects
• Apply knowledge of building codes and standards to deliver value for customers

Operational Excellence

• Demonstrate leadership through continuous improvement of self and MMC processes
• Follow Project Management Process Map
• Deliver projects that meet or exceed individual gross margin plan
• Mentor developing Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent experience

Required Demonstrated Experience

• 3-5+ years of progressive project management experience in mechanical contracting specializing in plumbing, piping, and sheet metal
• Success building and maintaining client relationships
• A thorough understanding of construction and mechanical contractor industry practices, processes, standards, etc., and their impact on project activities
• Experience directing/guiding others using innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance
• Experience preparing estimates in plumbing, piping, and sheet metal projects
• Demonstrable success developing and maintaining customer relationships
• Solid skillset using Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook) and the ability to gain proficiency in new software systems
• LEED accreditation a plus

Company Overview
For more than 60 years, Metropolitan Mechanical Contractors, Inc. (MMC) has been designing, building and maintaining complex mechanical systems for some of the most well-known buildings in the Midwest. We are a fully-integrated large commercial mechanical contractor. We employ some of the industry's best talent of engineers, tradesmen, project managers, and customer support. With over 1,400 years of combined experience, you'd be hard pressed to find a contractor who knows more about mechanical systems than we do.
MMC has been involved in the design and construction of some of the most prominent structures in the Midwest including, but not limited to: Walker Art Center, Target Field, Target Center, Xcel Energy Center, Mall of America, Radisson Blu Mall of America, Guthrie Theater, University of Minnesota (Multiple Buildings), Accenture Tower, LaSalle Plaza, and Wells Fargo Center
Specialties
Temperature Controls, Plumbing, Pipefitting, Sheet Metal, Ventilation, Data Center Operations and Repairs, Mechanical Engineers, Mechanical Contracting, Mechanical Construction, Mechanical Engineering, Specialty Subcontractor, HVAC
Why work at MMC?
We Work As a Team. MMC fosters a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. We operate as a team to design, build and maintain complex mechanical systems for some of the most well-known buildings in the Midwest.
Benefits

• 401(K) match
• Competitive salary and PTO package
• Profit Sharing
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan(ESPP)
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Metropolitan Mechanical Contractors is a division of APi Group, Inc. (www.apigroupinc.com), an energetic organization providing leadership to a diverse family of companies dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to the construction industry.
APi Group Inc. and its subsidiary companies are an equal opportunity employer and part of the Drug-Free Workplace Act.

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