Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Manhattan, KS, often begins with a structured apprenticeship, blending practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically span three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 2,801 mechanical trade professionals in Kansas, with average weekly wages ranging from $552.54 to $1,033.63. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild facilitate the search for apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with substantial earning potential—often exceeding $54,000 annually for experienced professionals.
About Us Central Mechanical, a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group Inc., has been a local industry leader for end-to-end Mechanical, Plumbing, and HVAC services for 60 years. We offer our clients significant financial strength, unmatched bonding capability, an award-winning safety program, and large-scale purchasing power. Job Title: Project Manager (CM) Central Mechanical Construction is seeking a highly motivated Project Manager with strong leadership skills to join our Project Management team in Manhattan, KS. Key Responsibilities: • Contract administration and project performance • Project leadership and coordination efforts with trade partners The Project Manager will coordinate with estimating on the project turnover process and conduct pre-construction reviews, including design, estimate review, and contract documents. They will verify pricing and scope, identify successful bidders, provide gap analysis against initial scope, and manage issuance of subcontracts and purchase orders. The Project Manager will ensure approved submittals are returned to subcontractors and available to the project team per the project schedule and contract. They will coordinate and communicate with owners, vendors, crews, subcontractors, architects, and suppliers to facilitate timely project completion. The Project Manager will have accountability for all project management documentation, including schedules, material purchases, cost management, progress charts, RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, jobsite controls, tracking reports, etc. They will manage and direct subcontractor activities alongside the Superintendent to ensure expectations of contract documents are met. The Project Manager will complete monthly pay application process, perform detailed financial review and analysis of project budgets, and prepare monthly projections as part of project review and business planning processes. They will visit project sites to monitor progress and verify quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. The Project Manager will maintain a positive attitude and help maintain an excellent work environment. Requirements: • Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction science and/or related field • Minimum 5 years of industry experience preferred • Prior experience in project management or field leadership preferred • Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction documents • Knowledge of general construction practices and principles • Able to influence others: decision-making, negotiation, persuasion, problem-solving, and trust/credibility building • Thorough knowledge of project processes and how each supports the successful completion of a project • Knowledge of accounting principles as it relates to construction • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software The Project Manager must be able to travel to various job sites to meet project demands.
See More Details >>About Us: Central Mechanical, a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group Inc., has been a local industry leader for end-to-end Mechanical, Plumbing, and HVAC services for 60 years. We offer our clients significant financial strength, unmatched bonding capability, an award-winning safety program, and large-scale purchasing power. With locations in Topeka, Manhattan, and Clay Center, and 140+ employees, Central Mechanical can safely work in virtually every market sector and facility type. Job Title: Project Manager (CM) Job Summary: Central Mechanical Construction. is looking for a highly motivated Project Manager with strong leadership skills to join our Project Management team in Manhattan, KS. Central Mechanical is a specialty subcontractor providing HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing services. This individual must possess excellent interpersonal skills, communicate well, influence effectively, and be comfortable in a highly fluid/ambiguous environment striving for excellence with high integrity. This role is responsible for contract administration and project performance, as well as project leadership and coordination efforts with trade partners. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Leads all aspects of the company’s safety culture and creates awareness by demonstrating commitment to an injury-free environment through individual actions and mentoring others. • Coordinates with estimating on project turnover process and conducts pre-construction reviews including design, estimate review and contract documents. • Verifies pricing and scope, identifies successful bidders, provides gap analysis against initial scope, and manages issuance of subcontracts and purchase orders. • Manages the submittal schedule setup. Coordinates priorities with the team; reviews and approves all shop drawings and samples prior to submittal to architects or engineers. • Ensures approved submittals are returned to subcontractors and available to project team per the project schedule and the contract. • Identifies potential schedule impacts including scope, weather, manpower and changes, and facilitates mitigation plans for these impacts. • Coordinates and communicates with owners, vendors, crews, subcontractors, architects, and suppliers to facilitate timely project completion. • Has accountability for all project management documentation that may include schedules, material purchases, cost management, progress charts, RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, jobsite controls, tracking reports, etc. • Manages and directs subcontractor activities alongside Superintendent to ensure expectations of contract documents are met. • Completes monthly pay application process. • Performs detailed financial review and analysis of project budgets and prepares monthly projections as a part of project review and business planning processes. • Visits project sites to monitor progress and verifies quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. • Maintains client relationships and assists in the development of new business. • Represent company in a professional manner. • Maintain positive attitude and help maintain an excellent work environment. Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction science and/or related field with minimum 5 years of industry experience is preferred. • Prior experience in role assisting with project management or field leadership preferred. • Estimating experience is valuable. • Ability to multi-task is required. • Valid driver's license • Ability to lead and function well within a team-oriented environment. • Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction documents. • Knowledge of general construction practices and principles. • Able to Influence others: decision-making, negotiation, persuasion, problem-solving, and trust/credibility building. • Thorough knowledge of project processes and how each supports the successful completion of a project. • Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally. • Ability to apply Lean process and philosophy. • Knowledge of accounting principles as it relates to construction. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. • Proficiency in project management and scheduling software. • Ability to travel to various jobsites to meet project demands. We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Compensation Range: $85,000 - $110,000 Other Compensation: NA Benefits: As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, EMCOR Group is committed to its employees. This commitment is embodied in our competitive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability income, 401(k) Savings Plans, and employee assistance and wellness programs. Notice to prospective employees: There have been fraudulent postings and emails regarding job openings. EMCOR Group and its companies list open positions here. Please check our available positions to confirm that a post or email is genuine. EMCOR Group and its companies do not reach out to individuals to help with marketing or other similar services. If an individual is contacted for services outside of EMCOR’s normal application process – it is probably fraudulent. #Central #LI-NS1 Behaviors Preferred • Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
See More Details >>About the position Pearson Kent McKinley Raaf Engineers LLC is seeking a dedicated Project Engineer to join our team in Manhattan, KS. This full-time position is focused on the design of HVAC and plumbing systems for both new construction and renovation projects. The role is integral to ensuring that our projects meet the highest standards of efficiency and comfort. The Project Engineer will spend approximately 50% of their time designing HVAC systems, which includes performing load calculations and determining the appropriate sizing for maximum efficiency. This aspect of the job is crucial as it directly impacts the performance and sustainability of the systems we design. In addition to HVAC design, the Project Engineer will also be responsible for designing plumbing systems, which will take up about 15% of their time. This includes considering factors such as sewage discharge, water heating, and piping schematics. The ability to integrate these systems effectively is essential for the overall success of our projects. Furthermore, the Project Engineer will engage with project submittals and requests for information, clarifying project details as needed. This will require strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders. The role also involves attending project meetings and visiting job sites, which will account for about 10% of the time. This hands-on approach allows the Project Engineer to communicate plans effectively, address any issues that arise, and incorporate feedback from team members and clients. We are looking for a proactive individual who is eager to contribute to our projects and grow within our company. Responsibilities • Design HVAC systems for new build and renovation projects (50% of time) , • Perform load calculations and determine sizing of HVAC systems for maximum efficiency and comfort (25% of time) , • Design plumbing systems, factoring in sewage discharge, water heating, and piping schematics (15% of time) , • Respond to submittals and requests for information to clarify project details , • Attend project meetings and job sites to communicate plans, address issues, and incorporate feedback Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related field , • Six months of experience using AutoCAD in mechanical design projects , • Six months of experience working on project teams , • Six months of experience leading a team Nice-to-haves Benefits
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