Full-Time

Project Manager

ACCO Engineered Systems

ACCO Engineered Systems

1,001-5,000 employees

Designs, fabricates, and maintains HVAC systems

Compensation Overview

$110.5k - $147.4k/yr

Pasadena, CA, USA

In Person

Requires travel to other office locations and job sites 5-45% of the time.

Category
Business & Strategy (1)
Required Skills
Forecasting
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides

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Requirements
  • Ability to operate independently, autonomously, and with a high sense of integrity to achieve goals outlined by management.
  • Strong interpersonal, organizational, and project management skills to successfully balance and resolve a high volume of issues.
  • Demonstrated experience and ability to identify and develop new business opportunities.
  • Commitment to maintaining an active presence in industry-based or community organizations.
  • Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
  • BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in estimating, design, and/or management of HVAC projects from $50,000 to $25+ million.
  • A valid Class C driver’s license and ability to drive a vehicle.
  • Travel required 5-45% of the time to other office locations and job sites.
  • Proactivity/Initiative: Recognizes what needs to be done and accomplishes it in a manner appropriate for one’s level/position and with minimal supervision.
  • Perseverance: Shows wherewithal to fight for difficult goals despite challenges and to bounce back from adversity.
  • Motivation/Dedication: Commits to excellence in pursuing unselfish goals. Initiates action with collective goals, takes responsibility, and shows personal humility.
  • Technical Curiosity/Willingness to Learn: Interest in seeking out new experiences, knowledge, and candid feedback; demonstrating an openness to learning and change.
  • Insight: The ability to gather and make sense of information that suggests new possibilities.
  • Engagement: Shows a knack for using emotion and logic to communicate a persuasive vision and connect with people.
  • People Skills: Is approachable and gains the mutual trust and respect of others. Understands people’s strengths & weaknesses and actively seeks to understand other perspectives.
  • Communication: Fosters open, honest, candid and respectful communication. Effectively assesses, defines and communicates issues in a timely manner, both written and verbal.
  • Teamwork: The ability to effectively work toward common goals with others by supporting, encouraging, and sharing information in an authentic and approachable manner.
  • Big Picture: Understands and contributes to the organizations’ short- and long-term business strategy. On a personal level has independently developed a vision for short- and long-term career success.
  • Problem-Solver: Ability to identify, analyze, and solve problems in support of personnel, group, department, or organizational objectives.
  • Execution: Effectively takes a vision and translates into action by including the right people. Identify and remove barriers, when possible, to achieve results. Demonstrates appropriate compromise, effective time management, prioritization practices and holds team members (including themselves) accountable for their performance/conduct.
  • Professionalism: Respectfully observes and challenges the status quo with intent for improvement. Can take direction, accept feedback, and take full responsibility for their actions. Lead by example through positive influence and ethical leadership with consideration of the entire organization.
Responsibilities
  • Serves as the single point of contact and responsibility for both ACCO and the customer throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Manages the complete contract lifecycle from concept engineering, estimating, and written proposals to procurement, execution, and successful job completion.
  • Provides leadership and coordinates internal staff across all departments, including Engineering, Purchasing, Accounting, Construction, and Service.
  • Oversee financial management by tracking job costs, handling billing, forecasting, and controlling expenses within budget limits.
  • Directs field labor coordination and installation sequencing between the customer and ACCO field leadership.
  • Builds and maintains strong relationships with external clients, vendors, subcontractors, and industry partners as well as internal Management and Department Heads.
  • Schedules and leads essential project meetings, including client reviews, construction kickoffs, and internal sales and construction meetings.
  • Protects business and legal interests by managing documentation, including letters, proposals, memos, contracts, and change orders.
  • Mentors, recruits, trains, and coaches assigned staff and sales team members to support department initiatives and growth.
  • Participates in special studies, committees, and other duties directed by management to advance ACCO's technical abilities and goals.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in Business Systems Software (JDE, IFS, BidTracer, FastEst, Bluebeam, Box, Smartsheet, etc.).
ACCO Engineered Systems

ACCO Engineered Systems

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ACCO Engineered Systems designs, installs, and maintains mechanical and building automation systems for commercial and industrial clients. The company uses an integrated delivery model where all engineering, fabrication, and servicing are handled in-house to ensure cost-effective results. Unlike many competitors, ACCO is a 100% employee-owned company that combines the scale of a large national contractor with a private, family-oriented culture. Its goal is to provide practical, end-to-end solutions for complex HVAC, plumbing, and refrigeration requirements through consistent work quality and qualified maintenance.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Pasadena, California

Founded

1934

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What believers are saying

  • Pleasanton office consolidates Northern Region teams for improved collaboration.
  • Bradley Graham's CFO appointment focuses on financial optimization and growth.
  • 24/7 service across Bay Area, Phoenix, Portland, Austin captures distributed demand.

What critics are saying

  • Employee exodus from Pleasanton disrupts operations in 6-12 months.
  • Helix Mechanical undercuts Bay Area plumbing contracts with lower bids.
  • EMCOR Group poaches key talent, triggering breakdowns in 3-6 months.

What makes ACCO Engineered Systems unique

  • ACCO specializes in integrated HVAC, plumbing, process piping, electrical, and building automation systems.
  • Employee-owned structure since 1934 drives steady revenue growth over 20 years.
  • Largest Western U.S. mechanical contractor offers complete in-house engineering and fabrication.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Professional Development Budget

Company News

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Jul 28th, 2023
ACCO names Bradley Graham as Chief Financial Officer

ACCO Engineered Systems is pleased to welcome Bradley G. Graham as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).