Project Manager

Project Manager

Location: Nationwide (Modigent operating companies)

Some of Modigent's major operating locations include:

• Phoenix, Arizona (Headquarters)
• Tucson, Arizona
• Flagstaff, Arizona
• San Diego, California
• Denver, Colorado
• South Salt Lake, Utah
• Dallas–Fort Worth, Texas
• Harlingen, Texas
• San Antonio, Texas
• Houston, Texas
• Lexington, Kentucky
• Greenville-Spartanburg, South Carolina
• Tampa, Florida
• Orlando/Central Florida
• Reno, Nevada (through affiliated operating companies)

Employment Type: Full-time

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (professional office with hybrid options)

Salary: $80,000–$120,000 per year

Travel: Regional and national travel as needed

Education: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred (equivalent experience considered)

Application Deadline: Not listed

Description

Position Overview

As a Project Manager, you'll lead and manage commercial HVAC, plumbing, and controls projects from preconstruction through closeout, coordinating field teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients to deliver on-time, on-budget results with exceptional safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. Working closely with operations leadership, you'll proactively identify risks/opportunities, track budgets, foster open communication, and drive profitability while building long-term relationships. Our people-first culture empowers your leadership with professional development, mentorship, cross-functional collaboration, and the opportunity to mentor teams in delivering sustainable, efficient mechanical systems nationwide at any of our operating companies.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage full project lifecycle: planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, risk management, change orders, and closeout for HVAC/mechanical projects.
• Review bid documents, drawings, and scopes early to identify potential issues, opportunities, risks, omissions, and value engineering possibilities; develop workable solutions to prevent problems.
• Collaborate with preconstruction, estimating, and operations teams to create realistic schedules, budgets, and project plans that meet milestones and financial targets.
• Track project budgets, costs, labor productivity, variances, and forecasts; identify shortcomings/pitfalls or profit-enhancing opportunities and implement corrective actions.
• Promote open communication among project teams, clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal departments to resolve conflicts and ensure alignment.
• Organize and lead coordination meetings, site walks, and progress reviews; maintain detailed documentation of scope changes, execution decisions, costs, and client communications.
• Ensure strict adherence to contract documents, specifications, company policies, safety requirements, quality expectations, and ethical standards.
• Champion quality assurance: conduct job-site reviews, ensure installations meet/exceed industry standards, prevent call-backs/warranty issues, and partner with quality teams on processes/inspections.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients, architects, engineers, general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to support repeat business and future opportunities.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and develop project team members; track performance, delegate appropriately, nominate for promotions/incentives, and participate in hiring as needed.
• Enforce safety compliance across teams: assure PPE usage, coordinate with safety officers for inspections/visits, and uphold company/project safety protocols at all times.
• Provide leadership vision for project planning, coordination, sequencing, labor utilization, and continuous improvement; communicate updates and issues to executive leadership.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Yes – Direct supervision and leadership of superintendents, foremen, field personnel, and support staff on assigned projects; responsible for performance evaluations, training/mentoring, promotions/incentives, conflict resolution, and team development to ensure high performance, safety adherence, and project success.

Requirements/Qualifications

Experience:

• 5–10+ years of progressive project management experience in commercial HVAC/mechanical construction or related building services.
• Proven track record managing teams and projects valued from $500K to multi-million dollars.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent experience with strong technical HVAC knowledge considered.

Certifications:

• PMP, LEED, OSHA 30-hour, or relevant trade certifications a plus.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.

Physical Demands:

• Primarily office-based with frequent job-site visits.
• Ability to walk active construction sites, climb ladders/stairs, lift light materials (plans, laptop), and travel regionally/nationally as needed.
• Standard office mobility for computer work and meetings.

Work Environment/Safety:

• Professional office with hybrid options and active construction sites.
• Exposure to varying weather, noise, dust, and heights.
• Must adhere to OSHA regulations, conduct hazard identification, and wear required PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toed boots) on sites.
• Safety is our top priority and non-negotiable.
• This is a safety-sensitive position.

Required Skills

• Advanced project management (scheduling, budgeting, risk management, change order negotiation, cost control).
• Strong leadership, team mentoring, performance management, and conflict resolution.
• Proficiency with Procore, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, Excel, and financial tracking.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, client/stakeholder management, and relationship building.
• Safety and quality leadership.
• Ability to read and interpret contracts, blueprints, specifications, and scopes.
• Ability to multitask under pressure with initiative, professionalism, and commitment to ethics and compliance.

Modigent Overview

Modigent is a national leader delivering next-generation infrastructure, technology, and energy solutions through our family of specialized brands in HVAC, plumbing, and controls systems. With a strong coast-to-coast presence and extensive service capabilities, we empower customers, communities, and our over 1,500 team members to thrive with sustainable, efficient commercial building services. As part of our team, you'll contribute to thoughtful innovation and our people-first culture rooted in service, collaboration, and integrity.

Why Work at Modigent

• Competitive compensation based on experience and level, with opportunities for performance incentives and tool allowances where applicable.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus HSA options with employer contributions in select plans, and company-paid basic life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Paid time off, holiday pay, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan to support your long-term financial well-being.
• Professional development through hands-on training, mentorship, apprenticeships, certifications, and clear career advancement paths across our nationwide operating companies.
• Inclusive, supportive culture that values diversity, dignity, respect, collaboration, integrity, and personal fulfillment—empowering you to build a rewarding, long-term career.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Modigent is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

Third-Party Recruitment Policy

Modigent and its wholly-owned operating companies will not pay any fees for candidate introductions, resumes, or placements from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms without a prior, signed recruitment agreement specifically authorizing submission for a designated position. Unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions will not obligate Modigent to any payment, and we reserve the right to pursue and hire such candidates without liability. Agencies are requested to refrain from contacting hiring managers directly; all inquiries and submissions must go through our Talent Acquisition team.