MEP Construction Project Manager

Diamond Peak Recruiting; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Diamond Peak Recruiting seeks an experienced Mechanical Construction Project Manager to lead large-scale commercial projects for a reputable mechanical contractor. The role focuses on coordinating HVAC, piping, plumbing, and other mechanical disciplines from preconstruction through turnover, with emphasis on safety, schedule, and budget.

Ideal candidate has 5+ years in mechanical construction, direct contractor or MEP subcontractor background, strong leadership and communication, and experience

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management in mechanical construction.
• Direct experience with a mechanical contractor or MEP subcontractor.
• Proven experience managing large-scale commercial mechanical projects.
• Strong ability to read drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documents.

Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through final completion and turnover.
• Maintain responsibility for project budget, schedule, profitability, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Review project plans, specs, contracts, and scopes to identify issues and opportunities.
• Lead project planning, scheduling, procurement, and execution activities.
• Manage budgets, cost tracking, forecasting, change orders, and financial reporting.
• Review and negotiate change orders, RFIs, submittals, and other project docs.
• Coordinate with General Contractors, owners, engineers, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Work with Superintendents and field leadership to meet schedules and milestones.
• Monitor progress and address schedule, cost, manpower, material, and coordination issues.
• Oversee subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers as applicable.
• Ensure project docs are accurate and maintained throughout lifecycle.
• Participate in project meetings and updates to clients and senior leadership.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies before issues impact cost or schedule.
• Support preconstruction efforts, estimating, budgeting, and handoff as needed.
• Coordinate with BIM/VDC teams to ensure coordination and constructibility.
• Ensure projects are executed in line with safety and quality standards.
• Manage commissioning, startup, punch list, closeout, and turnover activities.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and partners.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

BIM/VDC tools

Job description

A highly reputable and established mechanical contractor is seeking an experienced Mechanical Construction Project Manager to lead the successful execution of large-scale commercial mechanical projects.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background working directly for a mechanical contractor, with proven experience managing complex commercial HVAC, piping, plumbing, or other mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through completion.

Experience with large-scale data center projects is a significant plus and will be highly valued, particularly for candidates who have managed complex, highly coordinated mechanical scopes in mission-critical environments.

This position will work closely with clients, General Contractors, engineers, subcontractors, field leadership, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through final completion and turnover.
• Maintain overall responsibility for project budget, schedule, profitability, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Review project plans, specifications, contracts, and scopes to identify potential issues and opportunities.
• Lead project planning, scheduling, procurement, and execution activities.
• Manage project budgets, cost tracking, forecasting, change orders, and financial reporting.
• Review and negotiate change orders, RFIs, submittals, and other project documentation.
• Coordinate closely with General Contractors, owners, engineers, vendors, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Work closely with Superintendents and field leadership to ensure project schedules and milestones are achieved.
• Monitor project progress and proactively address schedule, cost, manpower, material, and coordination issues.
• Oversee mechanical subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers as applicable.
• Ensure project documentation is accurate, current, and maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate in project meetings and provide regular updates to clients and senior leadership.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies before issues impact cost or schedule.
• Support preconstruction efforts, estimating, budgeting, and project handoff as needed.
• Coordinate with BIM/VDC teams to ensure mechanical systems are properly coordinated and constructible.
• Ensure projects are executed in accordance with company safety and quality standards.
• Manage commissioning, startup, punch list, closeout, and turnover activities.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and project partners.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience within mechanical construction.
• Experience working directly for a mechanical contractor or MEP subcontractor strongly preferred.
• Proven experience managing large-scale commercial mechanical projects.
• Strong understanding of HVAC, piping, plumbing, and mechanical construction means and methods.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, change orders, and financial performance.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documents.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, coordination, and project delivery.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Proficiency with construction project management and scheduling software.

Preferred Experience

• Large-scale data center / mission-critical project experience is a major plus.
• Experience with projects valued at $20M+ in mechanical scope.
• Experience with healthcare, semiconductor, industrial, manufacturing, or other complex commercial projects.
• Experience working with major General Contractors and sophisticated owner/client teams.
• Familiarity with BIM/VDC coordination and prefabrication.
• Experience with commissioning and project turnover.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred but not required.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a proven mechanical construction Project Manager who understands both the technical and business sides of project execution. They should be comfortable managing significant project budgets, coordinating multiple stakeholders, and working closely with field leadership to keep projects moving.

A candidate with data center experience is particularly attractive due to the complexity, tight schedules, extensive MEP coordination, and high level of quality required on these projects. However, strong experience managing large commercial mechanical projects will also be considered.

What This Opportunity Offers

• Opportunity to join a highly reputable mechanical contractor
• Leadership role managing large-scale, complex mechanical projects
• Exposure to major commercial and potentially data center/mission-critical projects
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Opportunity for long-term career growth
• Collaborative environment with experienced project and field leadership
• Opportunity to work on technically challenging projects with significant mechanical scope