Ginger Imel
Graham,WA
Summary
Self-motivated, innovative and goal-oriented management and sales professional with a strong commitment to the HVAC/Mech industry. Dedicated and loyal, known for being a valuable team player excelling in all aspects of the sheet metal industry, including design, construction, and manufacturing. Exceptional leader thriving in fast-paced environments, operating efficiently and creatively to achieve optimal results.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President - Seattle SPG
JH Kelly LLC.
11.2021 - 02.2025
- Company Overview: JHK acquired Pinchiff Mechanical in June 2023
- Worked cohesively with executive team as it relates to establishing, maintaining and adjusting company goals, procedures, marketing strategies, profitability, planning and growth
- Review and manage all incoming proposal opportunities and assign to appropriate team members
- Review project plans, develop accurate project estimates, review outgoing proposals and oversee the bidding process
- Cultivated strong relationships with community to include customers, vendors, regulators, and industry leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success.
- Identify and maintain new business opportunities, build client relationships and follow up with strong customer relations
- Manage the entire project lifecycle from pre-construction planning through project completion, including assigning project managers, monitoring progress, profitability and addressing any potential issues
- Lead, mentor, manage and train internal team
- Oversee project budgets, monitor expenses, ensure financial targets are met and identify any cost variances or areas for cost optimization
- Implement cost-saving measures without compromising quality
- Attend and participate in networking, industry and trade organizations and events to promote company (i.e MCAWW, SMACNA, CREW etc.)
- Perform and document performance reviews of project team
- Identify opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
Senior Project Manager / Estimator
Pinchiff Mechanical
06.2020 - 11.2021
- Prepare project estimates and proposals for new opportunities in both the private and public sectors
- Manage cost, schedule and customer relations on all my projects
- Assist and support accounting and admin departments with project billings and collections
- Review and manage all incoming proposal requests and assign them to appropriate team members
- Maintain proactive and positive relationships within the crafts, including shop and field craft personnel, as well as supervision of coworkers
- Outside sales and customer development
- Maintain and foster positive relationships with current customers while pursuing new customers
- Work with internal and external project designers to prepare engineered drawings, value engineering and permit documents
- Prepare monthly Work in Progress reports and forecasts for all projects
- Strategic planning, budgeting, and resource allocation, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget
- Mentored junior project managers and team members to enhance their skills and career growth.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected challenges or obstacles encountered during project execution, devising creative solutions without compromising objectives.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for the organization''s benefit.
Manager of Design & Estimating
Performance Mechanical Group
08.2016 - 06.2020
- Manage and mentor a team of construction estimators, assigning tasks, reviewing work, and providing training to ensure accurate and efficient estimating practices
- Prepare competitive bids for new projects, including detailed proposals, cost breakdowns, and project schedules, ensuring compliance with client requirements
- Manage and provide clear direction to mechanical designers and engineers, ensuring creative mechanical design aligns with budget, local codes and project needs
Distribution Manager / Commercial Estimator
ECCO Manufacturing
10.2011 - 06.2016
Project Manager / Estimator
Auburn Mechanical
05.2010 - 08.2011
Project Manager, BSD Division
ACCO Engineered Systems
09.2009 - 05.2010
Director of Special Projects / Account Manager
PSF Mechanical
01.2006 - 08.2009
Special Projects Manager
Design Air
01.1991 - 01.2006
Education
Advanced Institute of Project Management (AIPM) -
MCAWW
Austin, TexasDigital Estimating -
QuoteSoft
Seattle, WACertified Project Management (CPMP-1, 2) - Project Management
MCAWW
Seattle, WAConstruction Management -
Crestcom Bullet Proof Management
Renton, WADigital Estimating: Sheet metal HVAC digital take-off -
Quickpen
Englewood, COManagement Training Program: Management -
EMCOR
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Project management
- Team leadership
- Team building
- Cost estimation
- Team Mentorship
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Budgeting
- Project planning and development
- Construction software
- Interpersonal communications
- Customer relationships
Affiliations
- SMACNA
- MCAWW
- CREW-Seattle
Timeline
Vice President - Seattle SPG
JH Kelly LLC.
11.2021 - 02.2025
Senior Project Manager / Estimator
Pinchiff Mechanical
06.2020 - 11.2021
Manager of Design & Estimating
Performance Mechanical Group
08.2016 - 06.2020
Distribution Manager / Commercial Estimator
ECCO Manufacturing
10.2011 - 06.2016
Project Manager / Estimator
Auburn Mechanical
05.2010 - 08.2011
Project Manager, BSD Division
ACCO Engineered Systems
09.2009 - 05.2010
Director of Special Projects / Account Manager
PSF Mechanical
01.2006 - 08.2009
Special Projects Manager
Design Air
01.1991 - 01.2006
Advanced Institute of Project Management (AIPM) -
MCAWW
Digital Estimating -
QuoteSoft
Certified Project Management (CPMP-1, 2) - Project Management
MCAWW
Construction Management -
Crestcom Bullet Proof Management
Digital Estimating: Sheet metal HVAC digital take-off -
Quickpen
Management Training Program: Management -
EMCOR
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