VDC Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Come join John W. Danforth Company, one of the largest mechanical contractors in the Northeast! We are an employee-owned company and believe our greatest asset is our people.

We are looking for team members who are passionate about delivering industry-leading experiences to our customers and supplying turn-key solutions for any HVAC, refrigeration, critical environment, custom metal fabrication, energy performance, or specialty mechanical project.

As a VDC Project Manager, you will be responsible for properly managing the VDC process through effective communication, scheduling, tracking, document control, and forecasting of costs and profitability.

This role combines technical proficiency with strategic planning, team leadership, and quality management, offering variety and continuous learning

Are you passionate about cutting-edge technology? Do you thrive in collaborative environments? In this role, you will have a tangible impact on our company and community by being responsible for the assignment of projects, developing your team, and executing of project specs, ensuring we are successfully staying on track with VDC hours and deliverables.

What We Offer :

• Danforth invests in you and your future with directed employee engagement, team support, career development, and mentoring.
• We are a professional organization offering quality benefits including :
• Medical, dental, disability and life insurance
• 401(k) and ESOP with generous profit-sharing / matching contributions.
• Competitive PTO, holidays, and other financial incentives

What We Ask of You :

• Develop a plan for VDC deliverables for projects assigned; track, forecast, and report labor hours as it pertains to the VDC projects
• Assist in the review of projects with the PM to aid in the development of the project specific VDC execution plan, facilitate kick-off meetings with a pre-planned agenda
• Work with field project team to develop project specific schedules and ensure that projects are staffed accordingly
• Review contract drawings, detail drawings and specifications, create and release fabrication packages to shop team, assist in expediting submittals and RFIs to the VDC team

Experience & Competencies :

• AAS / BA in Construction Management, Mechanical, Civil or Chemical Engineering degree highly desirable
• 2+ years of successful experience in HVAC VDC environment
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral
• Ability to lead and foster positive working environment
• Ability to understand and communicate mechanical concepts
• Advanced organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail
• Excellent working knowledge of Windows and the following Windows applications :
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Microsoft Teams
• Bluebeam Revu
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and staff to create a results-driven, team-oriented environment
• Must have integrity, enthusiasm, and willingness to represent the company in the most professional, positive manner

Danforth offers a competitive benefits package for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, paid time off, 401(k), with company match, and participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

The estimated compensation range for this role is $60,000 - $75,000. This range is based on several factors, including individual education, qualifications, training, prior work experience, and work location.

John W. Danforth Company is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a workplace free from discrimination. All employees and applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.