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Newcomb and Company

Industrial Piping Project Manager

Newcomb and Company, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601

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Overview Job Title:

Commercial/Industrial Piping Project Manager / Field Construction Manager

Department:

Commercial Construction

Reports to:

VP of Construction Operations

Essential Responsibilities and Job Duties

Manage, plan, implement and monitor the construction project’s progress to ensure HVAC and process piping systems are installed in accordance with plans and specifications. Support field crews to make sure they are adequately supplied with materials on a timely basis to maintain productivity. Coordinate with field supervisors and other PMs to man projects with appropriate field forces to maintain internal and customer schedules. Ensure project delivered is an above average installation from a quality standpoint that is a properly operating system on time and within budget while maintaining a high level of professionalism and customer satisfaction.

Take ownership of the project that is assigned from start to finish including warranty period. Develop a plan to take the project from start to finish in a manner that meets the required schedule and budget. Execute the plan and make modifications as necessary to stay on schedule and on budget.

Working on multiple projects simultaneously will be required and expected.

Note that this position will spend a significant amount of time in the field visiting job sites and supervising piping installations. The expectation will be that 75% or more time will be spent in the field.

Interact with field supervisor, superintendents, and foremen to perform annual evaluations of the employees. This will include performance assessment, identification of career goals, and help the employee achieve their potential career goals.

Stay involved with the project through start-up, commissioning and turnover and address any punch list or deficiency items during this process.

Maintain connection with customer during the warranty period and be the first point of contact during that time.

Perform pipe take-offs and place material orders to support field crew operations.

Prepare in house punch list for deficiencies noted during weekly walk through and turn over to superintendent, foreman, or mechanic in charge of project for correction. Verify in house punch list has been completed prior to completion of the project.

Track rental equipment and monitor use on jobsites.

Schedule subcontractors and monitor performance on jobsite.

Assist construction administrative staff as required to complete final closeout documents such as test and balance reports, O&M manuals, and any other turnover documents required. Verify as-builts are maintained during the project and provided to administrative staff prior to close out.

Interact with field supervisor, superintendents, and foremen to perform annual evaluations of the employees. This will include performance assessment, identification of career goals, and help the employee achieve their potential career goals.

Stay involved with the project through start-up, commissioning and turnover and address any punch list or deficiency items during this process.

Maintain connection with customer during the warranty period and be the first point of contact during that time.

Perform pipe take-offs and place material orders to support field crew operations.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Technical knowledge of HVAC hydronic piping and hydronic equipment and installation.

Technical understanding of hot water, chilled water, condenser water, steam, steam condensate, make-up, domestic, and geothermal piping systems including proper installation.

Technical understanding of pipe, valves, and fittings associated with different type piping systems for HVAC and process piping installations such as steel, ductile iron, copper, PVC, polypropylene, pre-insulated, and stainless steel including proper installation.

Technical understanding of different type connections for piping systems including butt weld, socket weld, threaded, soft solder, brazing, press, grooved, slip, compression, etc. including proper installation.

Understanding of state code requirements for piping installation.

Ability to communicate, support and work closely with co-workers.

Ability to communicate and work closely with construction personnel, architects, engineers, and customers.

Good written and oral communication skills.

Good knowledge of management procedures.

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

2-5 years of HVAC commercial construction experience in a project management role directly related to piping installation. 5 years preferred. Or 5 plus years related experience with direct hands-on experience with installation of piping installation for HVAC and process piping systems.

Physical Requirements Ability to perform additional physical activities that require considerable use of limbs and appendages such as climbing, lifting, reaching above shoulders, balancing, walking, stooping, and kneeling. Ability to lift, move and handle 80lbs tools or materials. Ability to climb and work from ladders, aerial lifts, or scaffolding. Ability to work in tight spaces or uneven terrain. Ability to work in environmental conditions that range from working outdoors during all seasons, indoor office environments, and utility plants.

Note that job description can be modified at any time by management and may not be inclusive of all responsibilities for this position.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Project Management and Information Technology

Industries

Construction

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