Project Manager at Custom Mechanical Solutions in Bellevue, WA

Job description

• If you're ready to grow your career, we’re glad you found us. At CMS, you’ll join a team that supports your development and gives you space to make an impact. We review every application carefully and appreciate your interest in growing your career with our team.
• The Project Manager leads the administration, execution, and delivery of commercial heating and cooling equipment projects, ensuring exceptional customer outcomes. The ideal candidate is a resourceful problem-solver who can oversee a large portfolio of projects, think beyond day‑to‑day tasks, and collaborate effectively with internal teams, contractors, and customers.

Responsibilities

• Project Leadership & Execution
• Manages 30–35 concurrent HVAC equipment projects with varying scope and dollar value, typically ranging from $1M to $3M.
• Drives projects from order to close-out with minimal oversight, demonstrating strong ownership and proactive decision-making.
• Ensures projects meet scope, schedule, and financial targets, aligning with internal accounting and operational requirements.
• Strategic & Technical Acumen
• Applies a solid understanding of HVAC equipment, mechanical systems, and construction workflows to anticipate challenges and develop effective solutions.
• Thinks strategically about project sequencing, risk mitigation, and long-term customer relationships.
• Customer & Stakeholder Management
• Maintains consistent communication with building owners, mechanical contractors, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Builds strong, professional relationships that support customer satisfaction and repeat business.
• Provides accurate and timely project status updates, reviews, and documentation.
• Secures customer acceptance and sign-off at project completion.
• Financial & Administrative Oversight
• Enters equipment orders, issues purchase orders and ensures compliance with internal procurement processes.
• Reviews and approves vendor invoices; issues customer invoices; reconciles project financials to maintain profitability.
• Compares estimated ship dates with contractor schedules and adjusts plans to maintain alignment.
• Generates service work orders for equipment start-ups and service visits.
• Quality & Continuous Improvement
• Ensures all projects meet quality standards and are delivered on time and within budget.
• Participates in company-provided training and stays current on industry best practices.
• Supports a collaborative, high-performance team culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or minimum of 3 years of project management, HVAC, mechanical, or construction-related experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft and ability to adapt to CRM software”.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and customer service skills.
• Financial literacy and comfort working with budgets, cost tracking, and project accounting.
• Ability to work in a typical office environment with occasional job site visits
• Familiarity with commercial HVAC equipment strongly preferred.

Skills

Required

• Resourceful problem-solver
• Strategic thinking
• Collaboration
• Customer service
• Communication
• Microsoft Office
• CRM software
• HVAC equipment knowledge
• Mechanical systems
• Construction workflows
• Project accounting

Benefits

• This position is eligible for full benefits, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and retirement options.
• Opportunities for advancement
• Pay Range: $72,000-$85,000. The compensation range for this role is determined by factors such as experience, education, and job-related skills.
• Salary ranges listed are dependent upon a candidate’s qualifications, experience, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the specific role and location.