06th November, 2025
Our client, a national specialty contractor, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their growing Phoenix branch, focused on industrial and commercial mechanical insulation projects.
This role oversees new construction and upgrade projects across the greater Phoenix region, serving as the key point of contact for contractors. You'll build lasting relationships, prepare accurate bids, and ensure seamless project delivery from kickoff through closeout. Projects are primarily industrial and commercial in scope.
As a hands-on leader, you'll balance time between job sites and the office—meeting with clients, managing field teams, and overseeing estimating responsibilities. You'll have support from an administrative team that assists with take-offs and bid preparation, allowing you to stay focused on client interaction, project strategy, and execution.
This position is open due to company growth and succession planning, offering not only stability but also a clear path for advancement. With a lucrative Field Profit Incentive, an annual performance review to support merit-based growth, and strong financial upside, this role is well-suited for someone who thrives in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.
If you're confident managing mechanical insulation projects from estimate through execution and want a role with autonomy, client interaction, and long-term growth potential, this is an outstanding opportunity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the main point of contact for mechanical contractors, building strong relationships to secure repeat business and identify new opportunities
- Lead estimating efforts using MIKE software and Excel, including proposals, pre-bid meetings, and vendor coordination
- Develop and manage project schedules to meet contract requirements and company standards
- Oversee jobsite execution, coordinating with field teams, subcontractors, and internal staff to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
- Monitor labor productivity, material costs, and project margins to support accurate estimating and profitable execution
- Manage project documentation, change orders, billing, and client communications proactively
- Maintain clear communication with clients regarding project progress and potential impacts
- Represent the company at job walks, pre-bid meetings, and client events
Requirements: - 1+ years of project management or estimating experience for industrial insulation projects
- Hands-on experience with estimating mechanical insulation or piping
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Familiarity with MIKE estimating software or similar tools
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle
Salary: $81,000 - $95,000 base; plus annual Field Profit Incentive ($30,000-$50,000 average)
Total Compensation:~$111,500 - $152,500 per year
Location: Tempe, AZ (Onsite & in the field)
Travel: Local weekly driving within the Phoenix region
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Dependent Care FSA, Life and AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Life/AD&D, 401K with match (up to 5% plus discretionary ROE-based contribution), vehicle allowance, mileage reimbursement, PTO and Annual performance review with potential for merit increases and incentive eligibility.
If this sounds like your background, please apply and one of our recruiters will be in touch.
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