MEP Project Manager in Richmond

Energy Jobline ZR; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR in Central Virginia is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to oversee complex mechanical construction projects onsite from planning through completion. The role emphasizes field leadership, coordination with project teams, and ensuring safety and quality standards.

The successful candidate will have strong PM experience, OSHA training, and proven ability to manage multi-discipline teams on large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• At least five years of commercial or industrial construction project management experience.
• Directly managing mechanical construction projects in mechanical contract scope.
• Experience managing large-scale projects lasting a year or longer with labor/material coordination.
• Recent PM experience with a mechanical contractor or subcontractor.
• OSHA 30-hour certification and working knowledge of OSHA safety regulations.
• Proficiency with technology including laptops, tablets, smartphones, and Microsoft Teams.
• Strong communication and relationship-management skills with internal teams, customers, and external partners.
• Ability to work within detailed standards, evaluate technical information, and make decisions based on measurable criteria.

Responsibilities

• Take primary responsibility for reviewing and managing equipment, material, and subcontractor estimates, with secondary responsibility for labor and other project costs.
• Provide direction to project personnel and coordinate the assignment of workers to specific duties.
• Inspect work in progress and completed installations to ensure compliance with project specifications and quality standards.
• Interpret construction specifications, blueprints, and job orders to support installation activities.
• Establish and adjust work sequences to meet construction schedules, accounting for equipment capabilities, workforce availability, and project requirements.
• Manage the business and financial performance of assigned construction projects.
• Coordinate with construction leadership on scheduling, sequencing, productivity, project execution, and quality.
• Maintain effective coordination of labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Project management experience

Mechanical construction experience

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

OSHA 30-hour certification

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Construction Project Manager – Mechanical

Location: Central Virginia

About the Opportunity

We are seeking experienced Construction Project Managers to oversee complex mechanical construction projects. This is a hands-on, field-focused opportunity for professionals who enjoy working onsite, collaborating with project teams, and seeing projects progress from planning through completion.

About the Company

An established, full-service mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) contractor with more than 50 years of industry experience. The organization delivers comprehensive construction and service solutions to commercial and industrial customers, with expertise spanning new construction, mechanical service, industrial refrigeration, and manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Take primary responsibility for reviewing and managing equipment, material, and subcontractor estimates, with secondary responsibility for labor and other project costs.
• Provide direction to project personnel and coordinate the assignment of workers to specific duties.
• Inspect work in progress and completed installations to ensure compliance with project specifications and quality standards.
• Interpret construction specifications, blueprints, and job orders to support installation activities.
• Establish and adjust work sequences to meet construction schedules, accounting for equipment capabilities, workforce availability, and project requirements.
• Manage the business and financial performance of assigned construction projects.
• Coordinate with construction leadership on scheduling, sequencing, productivity, project execution, and quality.
• Maintain effective coordination of labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

• At least five years of commercial or industrial construction project management experience.
• Demonstrated experience directly managing mechanical construction projects in mechanical contract scope.
• Experience managing large-scale projects lasting a year or longer, including the continuous coordination of labor and material requirements.
• Recent project management experience with a mechanical contractor or subcontractor.
• OSHA 30-hour certification and working knowledge of OSHA safety regulations.
• Proficiency with current technology, including laptops, tablets, smartphones, and Microsoft Teams.
• Strong communication and relationship-management skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal teams, customers, and external partners.
• Ability to work within detailed standards, evaluate technical information, and make decisions based on measurable criteria.
• Strong problem-solving skills, sound business judgment, and the ability to anticipate project challenges.