MEP Commercial Project Manager

Talent Edge Recruiting; Lenexa (KS); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 20% annual bonus

Primarily remote with occasional site-

Senior leadership path

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical (Day 1)

401(k) with company match

Unlimited PTO

12 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Talent Edge Recruiting is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex design-build MEP and building infrastructure projects in the Lenexa, KS area. The role focuses on improving existing facilities with HVAC, utilities, and energy-efficiency upgrades within a true design-build environment.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in project management for commercial construction, with experience handling $2M–$10M+ projects and strong coordination with engineers and designers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Project Management experience in commercial construction, MEP, HVAC, or design-build environments.
• Experience managing projects from preconstruction through completion.
• Strong budgeting and scheduling knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manage design-build projects from preconstruction through completion.
• Develop budgets, schedules, and execution plans.
• Coordinate with in-house engineers and designers.
• Oversee subcontractors, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Monitor project financials and procurement.

Skills

Project management

Design-build

MEP

HVAC

Budgeting

Client coordination

Job description

Project Manager – Design-Build MEP & Building Infrastructure

Lead Complex MEP, Mechanical & Building Infrastructure Projects

Work Arrangement: Hybrid/Flexible — work remotely when not attending office meetings or project site visits

Travel: Local project site visits, generally a few times per month

Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex design-build mechanical, MEP, energy, and building infrastructure projects throughout the Lenexa KS area.

This is not traditional ground-up commercial construction. Projects focus on improving and modernizing existing commercial and institutional facilities through complex HVAC, mechanical, utility, controls, energy-efficiency, and infrastructure upgrades.

Why Join?

• $120,000–$150,000 base salary depending on experience
• Up to 20% annual performance bonus
• Primarily remote with occasional local project site visits, generally a few times per month
• Lead projects typically ranging from $2M–$10M+
• Work alongside in-house engineering and design teams in a true design-build environment
• Manage technically sophisticated projects involving mechanical systems, utilities, controls, and building infrastructure
• Strong backlog and continued company growth
• Clear path to Senior Project Manager and future leadership opportunities
• High-autonomy environment with minimal micromanagement

The Projects: Projects typically range from $2M–$10M+ and focus on complex improvements to existing commercial and institutional facilities.

Projects may include:

• HVAC and mechanical system retrofits and modernization
• Chiller and boiler upgrades
• Hydronic and building utility systems
• Central utility and infrastructure improvements
• Building automation, controls, and smart building systems
• Energy-efficiency and building performance upgrades
• Water system improvements
• LED lighting and electrical energy upgrades
• Renewable energy and decarbonization projects
• CHP/cogeneration systems
• Phased work within occupied or operational facilities

What You'll Do

• Manage design-build projects from preconstruction and estimating through completion
• Develop conceptual estimates, budgets, schedules, and execution plans
• Coordinate closely with in-house engineers and designers
• Manage subcontractors, vendors, clients, and project stakeholders
• Oversee project financial performance, scheduling, procurement, and documentation
• Manage change orders and identify project risks proactively
• Coordinate work within existing and occupied facilities
• Maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle
• Support startup, commissioning, and final project closeout
• Drive projects from kickoff through successful completion

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of Project Management experience in commercial construction, MEP, mechanical, HVAC, or design-build environments
• Experience managing projects from preconstruction through completion
• Experience managing projects in the $2M–$10M+ range
• Strong understanding of construction budgets, schedules, contracts, and subcontractor management
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Self-driven and comfortable working independently in a highly autonomous environment
• Comfortable coordinating technically complex construction projects
• Must be able to travel locally to project sites as needed
• Must live within approximately 1 hour of Lenexa KS
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical (80% employer paid) starting Day 1
• 401(k) with company match
• Unlimited PTO
• 12 Paid Holidays

If you're an experienced MEP, mechanical, HVAC, design-build, or technically focused Project Manager looking to move into a highly autonomous role where you can lead complex $2M–$10M+ infrastructure and retrofit projects without being tied to a job trailer every day, I'd love to connect.