At JH Kelly, we’re seeking a driven, detail-oriented Project Manager to lead meaningful mechanical construction projects throughout the Treasure Valley market, supporting cutting-edge semiconductor, data center, and commercial developments. This role puts you at the center of the action—owning project outcomes from start to finish by driving schedules, managing budgets, and ensuring every system is delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
About Us
Celebrating over a century of excellence, JH Kelly is a fourth-generation, family-owned construction powerhouse known for tackling complex commercial and heavy industrial projects. With offices in Vancouver, Longview, Seattle, Bellingham, WA, and Milwaukie, OR, we’re an industry leader fueled by an award-winning team committed to safety, quality, and a dynamic, tight-knit culture. Learn more about our story at www.jhkelly.com
Salary Range: $95,000 - $130,000 annually (DOE), FLSA exempt.
Benefits Package
- Comprehensive Medical/Vision/Rx – Dental/Ortho Coverage: JH Kelly pays 87.5% of total premiums.
- Paid Vacation and Holidays: Generous PTO model to support work-life balance.
- 401K: 50% company match on the first 6% of employee contributions.
- Life Insurance, AD&D, STD & LTD: Paid 100% by JH Kelly.
- Annual Performance Bonuses: Opportunity for additional compensation based on performance.
- Profit Sharing: Participate in JH Kelly’s profit-sharing program. Averaging 9% of total compensation for the past 10 years.
Here’s a deeper dive into what you’ll take on:
Project Planning & Controls
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Run the full project life cycle: planning, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, fabrication, field installation, startup, and closeout.
- Plan and manage the project schedule and account for variances.
- Plan and manage the project estimate and budget setup.
- Manage and control project cost and account for variances to the estimate.
- Create accurate projections of cost at completion.
- Plan and manage project control systems.
- Participate in work permit planning and coordination.
Financial & Change Management
- Write and manage RFIs and change orders.
- Take off quantities and prepare pricing for changes when directed.
- Perform estimating and procurement activities.
Technical Review & Support
- Thoroughly review all drawings, submittals, samples, and shop drawings to ensure installation and final product meet contract requirements.
- Perform field engineering for construction convenience items, including calculations and design drafting when required.
- Provide technical backup for lift plans, rigging, and QA/QC walkdowns.
Leadership & Communication
- Direct activities of project staff personnel.
- Lead, mentor, and manage interns, field engineers, project engineers, and other team members.
- Maintain proactive and positive relationships with craft personnel, supervision, vendors, suppliers, subcontractors, and internal departments (Safety, CAD/BIM, Accounting, IT).
- Represent JH Kelly at client and project meetings.
- Keep management informed of project status, scheduling, and financial performance.
Safety & Quality
- Ensure, follow, and promote company safety and quality protocols.
- Review construction procedures and provide technical support for work.
- Ensure construction work in-house and by subcontractors complies with contract requirements.
Closeout
- Oversee punch lists, documentation, and final handoff.
- Ensure systems are delivered clean, compliant, and ready for operation.
Additional Duties
- Perform additional tasks as assigned.
What You Bring
- Experience: 5+ years in mechanical project engineering, piping trades, or technical field coordination, with a deep understanding of hydronic/process piping systems, layout, and installation practices. Experience in high-tech or semiconductor construction is a plus.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering, construction management, or equivalent hands-on experience in mechanical systems.
- Skills: Fully proficient in Microsoft Office and Bluebeam, with intermediate skills in Excel. Proficient with Navisworks, Revizto, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and Bluebeam. Strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to write clear RFIs and interpret technical documents.
- Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and hold project teams accountable while maintaining outstanding relationships with craft labor and clients.
- Mindset: Field-first, gritty, and resourceful, with a passion for precision and quality. You’re a trusted partner to field teams, relatable, and professional.
- Preferred Qualities: Background in pipefitting or union craft is a bonus, but not required.
Physical Requirements
This role requires transitioning between office and construction field settings. In the office, you’ll sit for extended periods at a computer, performing repetitive tasks like typing and communicating by telephone. In the field, you’ll stand and walk for extended periods on various surfaces, including uneven terrain, climb stairs, kneel, crouch, and crawl to inspect tight spaces, and occasionally lift up to 40 pounds. Good vision and hearing are essential for reading plans, inspecting work, and communicating on-site. You’ll work outdoors in various weather conditions, adhere to site-specific dress codes, and wear PPE (hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, steel-toed boots). Flexibility to travel between job sites and work outside regular business hours when needed is required. Reasonable accommodations are available to support individuals with disabilities.
