Mechanical Project Manager

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus for Senior PM up to $20,

Sign-on bonus for Project Manager up $

Job summary

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing is seeking Senior Mechanical Project Managers and Mechanical Project Managers in Richmond, VA. The role leads complex commercial, industrial, and mission-critical mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, collaborating with field leadership and customers to deliver results.

Responsibilities include estimates review, purchasing, scheduling, change orders, RFIs, and coordination with owners, GC, and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Construction, Construction Engineering Management, or related field.
• Experience managing large mechanical construction projects.
• Strong communication and project management skills.
• Proficiency with Excel and construction project management software.

Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Review and manage equipment, material, and subcontractor estimates.
• Handle purchasing and release of non-commodity materials and equipment.
• Oversee submittals, O&M documentation, and project closeout.
• Develop initial project schedules and monitor progress.
• Prepare, negotiate, and price change orders.
• Submit RFIs and evaluate responses for cost, schedule, and scope impacts.
• Coordinate information with the Construction Manager, Superintendent, Fabrication Division, and Start-up Supervisor.
• Collaborate with Virtual Construction and detailing teams.
• Coordinate with owners, general contractors, subcontractors, engineers, vendors, and internal departments.
• Monitor project costs, forecasting, and resource coordination.
• Identify risks and resolve issues before they affect delivery.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Project management software

Analytical problem solving

Strong communication

Diplomacy with owners/contractors

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Senior Mechanical Project Manager / Mechanical Project Manager

Location: Richmond, Virginia

Relocation Assistance Available

Compensation and Benefits

• Senior Project Manager: $105,000-$150,000, depending on experience
• Project Manager: $85,000-$130,000, depending on experience
• Sign-on Bonus : Up to $20,000 for Senior Project Managers and $15,000 for Project Managers
• Annual incentive program for both Project Manager and Senior Project Manager positions
• Performance-based incentive program
• Company gas card
• Company-provided iPad
• $50 monthly cell phone reimbursement
• $25 monthly iPad service reimbursement
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance
• Paid personal leave, holidays, and bereavement leave
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee referral incentives
• Scholarship program for employees' children
• Employee discounts with major automotive, computer, and cell phone companies

Bring Buildings to Life

Our client is seeking experienced Mechanical Project Managers and Senior Mechanical Project Managers to lead complex commercial, industrial, and mission-critical construction projects in Central Virginia.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of major mechanical construction projects, work closely with field leadership and customers, and see your planning and leadership bring projects to life from the early estimating and procurement stages through final completion.

For more than 50 years, this established mechanical contractor has provided construction, installation, service, repair, industrial refrigeration, special projects, and manufacturing solutions to commercial and industrial customers.

Qualified candidates who live outside the Richmond area may be eligible for relocation assistance.

What You Will Do

• Manage mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout
• Review and manage equipment, material, and subcontractor estimates
• Handle purchasing and release of non-commodity materials and equipment
• Oversee submittals, operations and maintenance documentation, and project closeout
• Develop initial project schedules and monitor project progress
• Prepare, negotiate, and price change orders
• Submit RFIs and evaluate responses for cost, schedule, and scope impacts
• Coordinate project information with the Construction Manager, Superintendent, Fabrication Division, and Start-up Supervisor
• Collaborate with Virtual Construction and detailing teams
• Coordinate with owners, general contractors, subcontractors, engineers, vendors, and internal departments
• Monitor project costs, forecasting, resource coordination, and overall financial performance
• Identify risks and resolve issues before they affect project delivery

What We Are Looking For

• Experience managing commercial, heavy industrial, mission-critical, or complex mechanical construction projects
• Experience managing projects with a duration of one year or longer
• Strong understanding of mechanical construction, equipment, materials, drawings, specifications, codes, and installation methods
• Experience with estimating, procurement, submittals, RFIs, change orders, scheduling, and project closeout
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and critical-thinking skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and construction or project management software
• Knowledge of project accounting, cost forecasting, strategic planning, and resource coordination
• Professional communication skills and the ability to work diplomatically with owners, general contractors, subcontractors, engineers, superintendents, and internal teams
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Construction, Construction Engineering Management, or a related field is preferred

If You Have One or More of These Skills, We Should Talk

If you have experience as a Senior Mechanical Project Manager, Mechanical Project Manager, Project Executive, Construction Manager, Mechanical Estimator, Preconstruction Manager, or Mechanical Project Engineer—and have successfully managed large commercial, industrial, data center, healthcare, manufacturing, industrial refrigeration, or other complex mechanical construction projects,we would like to talk with you.

Equal Opportunity Employer: M/F/Disability/Veterans

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