Senior Mechanical Project Manager

Come join John W. Danforth Company, one of the largest mechanical contractors in the Northeast!

We believe our greatest asset is our people, and we are committed to hiring team members who are passionate about delivering industry-leading experiences to our customers across HVAC, refrigeration, critical environments, custom metal fabrication, energy performance, and specialty mechanical projects.

As a Senior Project Manager, As a Senior Project Manager, you’ll have a direct impact on our community by overseeing and ensuring the successful execution of projects that shape our surroundings, developing direct report Project Managers, and overseeing the profit/loss of projects. You will be the driving force behind coordinating team members, managing resources, and keeping projects on schedule.

Are you a leader who is committed to delivering mechanical solutions that exceed expectations? We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager with a robust mechanical background to join our team. You will play a pivotal role in overseeing project execution and ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.   If you are ready to take charge, lead with passion, and make a tangible difference, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for!

What We Offer:

• Danforth invests in you and your future with employee engagement, team support, career development, and mentoring
• We are a professional organization offering quality benefits, including:
     o Medical, dental, disability, and life insurance
     o 401(k) with company match
     o Competitive PTO, holidays, and additional incentives

What We Ask of You:

• Accurately execute contracted work in a profitable manner; meeting or exceeding anticipated gross margins
• Confirm detailed measurement, forecast and reporting of project financials
• Lead and implement company safety program creating a “best in class” safety culture
• Manage respective Project Management group to maximize profitability through operational excellence
• Exceed operational required results for Project Management along with continual improvement procedures
• Interface with VDC department and shops to ensure proper implementation of fabrication and lean construction methods to maximize margins, quality, and safety
• Oversee project procurement to ensure cost savings and timely deliveries of major subcontracts, major equipment, and long lead items
• Ensure proper staffing capacity within budgeted overhead
• Work with Regional and Executive Leadership to ensure proper staffing in relation to contractual obligations and budgeted overhead
• Support our Vision (‘Build meaningful relationships coast to coast’) and our Mission (‘Deliver industry leading experiences for our customers every day’) by: 
  • Seeking out and maintaining professional relationships with our Contractual clients
  • Maintaining professional relationships with our Client Solutions team
  • Maintaining trade specific affiliations with organizations will improve our position in the marketplace

Experience & Competencies:

• Bachelor of Science in a related discipline is highly desirable
• Individual projects over $5MM and portfolio management greater than $15MM
• Ability to work with labor unions and continually improve management relations and efficiencies
• Must have integrity including enthusiasm and willingness to represent company in professional, charitable and social communities/organizations
• Strong work ethic, with organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and staff in a results-driven, team-oriented environment.

Danforth offers a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, paid time off, and a 401(k) with company match.

John W. Danforth Company, an EMCOR Company, is an equal opportunity employer committed to a workplace free from discrimination. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.