Plumbing Project Manager - ST&S

Kelso Industries
  • Mount Airy, NC
    19 days ago

    Job Description

    Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety

    At Kelso Industries, 4,000+ employees across 40+ companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first.

    Recruiter Notice: We respectfully ask external recruiters and staffing agencies not to submit candidates. We only accept direct applications.

    The Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing assigned plumbing construction projects from startup through completion. This position works closely with company leadership, field supervision, general contractors, vendors, and office personnel to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with all applicable codes, specifications, and contractual requirements.

    Essential Duties & Responsibilities

    • Manage project cost budgets, material procurement, and labor needs for assigned projects in coordination with Superintendents and Foremen
    • Maintain a complete understanding of assigned projects, including Division 22 plumbing specifications, approved submittals, contract drawings, and project schedules
    • Ensure all installations meet applicable IPC and North Carolina plumbing code requirements
    • Review and cross-reference submittals with project specifications to verify field teams are installing approved and compliant materials and equipment
    • Coordinate project startup activities, scheduling, manpower planning, material deliveries, and overall project execution
    • Work closely with field personnel to establish goals and maintain progress in accordance with project schedules and deadlines
    • Monitor labor productivity, manpower requirements, and job cost performance throughout the duration of the project
    • Participate in recurring job cost and projection meetings with company leadership, including the President and Vice President
    • Maintain strong working relationships with General Contractors, owners, inspectors, vendors, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders
    • Attend and represent the company at contractor meetings, coordination meetings, scheduling meetings, and other project-related meetings requiring Project Manager participation
    • Respond to contractor questions and provide clarification regarding the company's scope of work, schedules, materials, and project coordination
    • Utilize company software platforms, electronic documentation systems, and General Contractor project management systems as required
    • Perform general administrative and computer-related tasks including Microsoft Excel spreadsheets, Outlook email communication, document tracking, scheduling updates, and project reporting
    • Manage and coordinate any additional tasks required to successfully start, maintain, and complete assigned project scopes of work
    • Promote and enforce company safety policies and quality standards across all employees and projects
    • Assist in identifying and resolving project issues, delays, conflicts, and change order opportunities

    Qualifications

    • Strong knowledge of commercial plumbing construction practices and project management procedures
    • Understanding of Division 22 specifications, construction drawings, submittals, and plumbing systems
    • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and contract documents
    • Strong organizational, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
    • Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and electronic project management/documentation platforms
    • Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously
    • Previous project management or construction management experience preferred
    • Valid driver's license required
    • Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) required for insurance purposes

    Physical Requirements

    • Ability to travel between office locations and active job sites as needed
    • Ability to work in office settings and active construction environments
    • Frequent standing, walking, sitting, climbing stairs, and occasional lifting of project materials or equipment

    Work Environment

    Work is performed in both office and active construction site environments. This position may require travel to project locations, attendance at meetings, and interaction with field personnel, contractors, and clients. Compliance with company safety policies and OSHA regulations is required at all times.

     Why Join Kelso Industries? 

    Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.  

    Here you will experience:  

    Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.  

    Company Culture: You'll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable. 

    Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day. 

    Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You'll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being. 

     

    Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business 

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationMount Airy, NC

    Skills

    • Administrative Skillsunmatched
    • Blueprintsunmatched
    • Budget Managementunmatched
    • Calendar Managementunmatched
    • Change Requests/Ordersunmatched
    • Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
    • Computer Skillsunmatched
    • Constructionunmatched
    • Construction Drawingsunmatched
    • Construction Managementunmatched
    • Construction Project Managementunmatched
    • Contract Approvalunmatched
    • Contract Requirementsunmatched
    • Corporate Policiesunmatched
    • Cost Engineeringunmatched
    • Cost Estimatesunmatched
    • Document Trackingunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • Electricityunmatched
    • HVACunmatched
    • Insuranceunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Microsoft Excelunmatched
    • Microsoft Outlookunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • OSHAunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Plan Meetingsunmatched
    • Plumbingunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Project Executionunmatched
    • Project Scheduleunmatched
    • Project Start-Upunmatched
    • Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
    • Quality Metricsunmatched
    • Refrigerationunmatched
    • Regulationsunmatched
    • Safety Complianceunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Set Goalsunmatched
    • Staff Requirementsunmatched
    • Startupunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched

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