Project Manager - Process Mechanical Construction at Hart Companies – Cumberland, Rhode Island

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A family-owned engineering and construction firm founded in 1941, Hart Companies provides integrated Engineering, Architectural, Construction, and Passivation services to highly regulated and technically demanding industries. With a workforce of over 200 employees, we deliver projects ranging from targeted facility upgrades to complex programs exceeding $100M for clients across the United States.
Rooted in values of honesty, quality, and competence, Hart brings deep technical expertise, a people-first culture, and a client-focused team approach to every project—delivering safe, high-quality solutions that create lasting value for our clients, our communities, and our employees.

The Process Mechanical Construction Project Manager (PM) role will be responsible for executing all aspects of the management of process piping-focused mechanical construction projects under the guidance of an experienced Project Executive. A background in High-Purity/Hygienic Piping/Equipment, with direct experience in the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, or Micro Electronics industries is essential. Key competencies for this role include estimating, scheduling, procurement and submittal procedures, labor coordination, cost tracking and reporting, QA/QC documentation, change management, and construction safety. All responsibilities require a self-motivated individual to think analytically, with attention to fine details, and to develop effective communication skills and habits with clients and construction managers, foremen and subcontractors, and senior project management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Estimating: Review construction drawings and specifications in order to develop estimates and bid proposal for all materials, labor, equipment, overhead, and subcontractor costs. Technical components and equipment associated with Process Mechanical systems require a high level of attention to detail and understanding of design requirements.
• Scheduling: Develop and maintain project schedules based on the estimate and client requirements. Understanding construction sequence and technical logistics will determine how the project is to be built. Manage the schedule using MS Project and communicate with foreman to track and report real-time progress and changes to the project team.
• Procurement: Write, execute, and manage Purchase Orders and Subcontracts for materials, equipment, and subcontracted work. Review quotes, proposal and contracts with subcontractors and vendors, ensuring compliance with all terms of the project. Coordinate the delivery of materials and equipment in accordance with the project schedule milestones and communicate with foremen and subcontractors to coordinate their work the project.
• Labor Coordination: Effectively communicate and collaborate the project schedule, procurement, safety, and cost expectations with foremen. Determine manpower loading and forecasts.
• Quality Control: Manage and execute the qualifying procedures and requirements for mechanical projects such as weld procedures and documentation, understand weld inspection, testing procedures, and documents. Confirm compliance of materials and equipment with specifications.
• Change Management: Identify, quantify, and process project scope changes through construction change control processes.
• Safety Compliance: Manage and oversee OSHA construction safety protocol, corporate safety policies, and client EHS expectations. Monitor and recognize compliance and non-compliance in the field through inspections and reviews with foremen and management.
• Reporting: Provide regular communication on project schedule, cost tracking,

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required in Construction Management, Facilities Engineering, Mechanical or Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field. However, relevant trade education and equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Relevant technical education in the construction of process mechanical systems, such as a completed trade apprenticeship, vocational training, or other related technical coursework.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction project management or related roles in High Purity/Hygienic Piping and Equipment in the Pharma, Biotech or Micro Electronics Industries
• Skills:
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
  • Ability to analyze problems and develop resolutions
  • Strong understanding of process mechanical systems

Work Environment:

• Combination of regular visits and/or temporary assignments at construction sites, and office-based assignments.
• Ability to travel to different project locations within New England as needed.

Hart Companies are committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

All employment offers with Hart Companies are subject to satisfactory completion of a criminal background check, discretionary driving record review, and drug screening.