Therma
Project Manager – Therma
Therma, a Legence company, has been redefining the mechanical construction landscape in California for over 50 years. The firm employs more than 1,100 people across three regional offices and serves clients in industries such as biopharmaceutical, education, healthcare, food & beverage, commercial, industrial, and data center facilities. Therma’s open, innovative, and collaborative culture has earned repeated recognition as a Best Place to Work.
Office Location:
San Jose, CA (full‑time, on‑site; remote option unavailable).
Job Summary:
Therma has an immediate need for an experienced Project Manager who will be based in the San Jose area and will manage projects of varying scale, from design to execution. The Project Manager works with customers to develop scope of work, budget and estimates, oversee mechanical, piping, and plumbing plans, and lead large project teams. The most important aspect of the role is to ensure customer satisfaction through effective communication and maintaining strong relationships with customers and project team members.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Develop professional communication with co‑workers and clients.
Make sales contacts, research customer needs, and follow up on sales leads.
Develop and maintain client relationships and assure client satisfaction.
Coordinate and lead staff from all departments as needed throughout the project life cycle.
Prepare budget projections and control costs; provide communications including memos, contracts, change orders, and strategies to ensure best practices and legal protection.
Meet revenue and profit goals.
Attend client project meetings.
Be present on job sites during construction activities and critical project times.
Establish, manage and lead the project team.
Facilitate and troubleshoot project problems.
Purchase materials and equipment as needed.
Maintain accurate project cost projections.
Value‑engineer to control budgets and costs.
Assemble and review submittals with the client and installation crew.
Communicate with the client and troubleshoot technical issues.
Cost out change orders and present to the client.
Track material costs and labor hours as necessary.
Redline and mark up drawings as needed.
Provide leadership and mentoring by example.
Support accountability for individual projects and the MEP department.
Maintain and follow Therma’s established Project Management procedures.
Qualifications
5+ years of experience as a Project Manager in HVAC, mechanical, or plumbing industry.
Ability to operate independently and exercise discretionary judgment when collaborating with others.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong presentation skills.
Excellent customer relations skills.
Attention to detail.
Proactive mindset.
Ability to multi‑task.
Excellent organizational skills.
Problem‑solving ability.
Team player.
Ability to excel in a fast‑paced environment.
Creative use of skills and resources to get the job done.
BS in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred (not required).
Current licensed PE preferred (not required).
We are unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this position.
Benefits Overview 401(k) Plan with Company Match:
Dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 4% of eligible pay, immediate vesting.
Health & Welfare Benefits:
Employer‑provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program, and accident & illness coverage.
Life and Disability Insurance:
Basic life insurance and AD&D valued at $50,000, with optional voluntary buy‑up.
Time Off:
Flexible non‑accrual vacation (excluding CA sick leave); company holidays per policy.
Expenses:
Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.
Reasonable Accommodations If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact
ta@wearelegence.com
or your dedicated recruiter with the job title and requisition number.
Third‑Party Recruiting Disclaimer Legence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; any such submission without a prior signed agreement authorized by Legence Holdings LLC's CHRO or Director of Talent Acquisition will not incur fees and is considered property of Legence.
Pay Disclosure & Considerations Pay ranges are provided as guidance. Final pay will be determined based on job‑related factors including experience, skills, qualifications, and geographic and market considerations. Legence complies with all applicable salary transparency laws and ensures fair and competitive compensation.
Equal Employment Opportunity Legence and its affiliate companies are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state, or federal laws and regulations.
EEO is the Law.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Project Management, Consulting and Engineering
Facilities Services
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Office Location:
San Jose, CA (full‑time, on‑site; remote option unavailable).
Job Summary:
Therma has an immediate need for an experienced Project Manager who will be based in the San Jose area and will manage projects of varying scale, from design to execution. The Project Manager works with customers to develop scope of work, budget and estimates, oversee mechanical, piping, and plumbing plans, and lead large project teams. The most important aspect of the role is to ensure customer satisfaction through effective communication and maintaining strong relationships with customers and project team members.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Develop professional communication with co‑workers and clients.
Make sales contacts, research customer needs, and follow up on sales leads.
Develop and maintain client relationships and assure client satisfaction.
Coordinate and lead staff from all departments as needed throughout the project life cycle.
Prepare budget projections and control costs; provide communications including memos, contracts, change orders, and strategies to ensure best practices and legal protection.
Meet revenue and profit goals.
Attend client project meetings.
Be present on job sites during construction activities and critical project times.
Establish, manage and lead the project team.
Facilitate and troubleshoot project problems.
Purchase materials and equipment as needed.
Maintain accurate project cost projections.
Value‑engineer to control budgets and costs.
Assemble and review submittals with the client and installation crew.
Communicate with the client and troubleshoot technical issues.
Cost out change orders and present to the client.
Track material costs and labor hours as necessary.
Redline and mark up drawings as needed.
Provide leadership and mentoring by example.
Support accountability for individual projects and the MEP department.
Maintain and follow Therma’s established Project Management procedures.
Qualifications
5+ years of experience as a Project Manager in HVAC, mechanical, or plumbing industry.
Ability to operate independently and exercise discretionary judgment when collaborating with others.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong presentation skills.
Excellent customer relations skills.
Attention to detail.
Proactive mindset.
Ability to multi‑task.
Excellent organizational skills.
Problem‑solving ability.
Team player.
Ability to excel in a fast‑paced environment.
Creative use of skills and resources to get the job done.
BS in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred (not required).
Current licensed PE preferred (not required).
We are unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this position.
Benefits Overview 401(k) Plan with Company Match:
Dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 4% of eligible pay, immediate vesting.
Health & Welfare Benefits:
Employer‑provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program, and accident & illness coverage.
Life and Disability Insurance:
Basic life insurance and AD&D valued at $50,000, with optional voluntary buy‑up.
Time Off:
Flexible non‑accrual vacation (excluding CA sick leave); company holidays per policy.
Expenses:
Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.
Reasonable Accommodations If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact
ta@wearelegence.com
or your dedicated recruiter with the job title and requisition number.
Third‑Party Recruiting Disclaimer Legence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; any such submission without a prior signed agreement authorized by Legence Holdings LLC's CHRO or Director of Talent Acquisition will not incur fees and is considered property of Legence.
Pay Disclosure & Considerations Pay ranges are provided as guidance. Final pay will be determined based on job‑related factors including experience, skills, qualifications, and geographic and market considerations. Legence complies with all applicable salary transparency laws and ensures fair and competitive compensation.
Equal Employment Opportunity Legence and its affiliate companies are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state, or federal laws and regulations.
EEO is the Law.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Project Management, Consulting and Engineering
Facilities Services
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