MEP Project Director - National

Build RPO; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel opportunities

Best Place to Work

Professional development

Job summary

Build RPO is seeking a Project Director to lead massive mechanical construction programs across data centers, healthcare, pharma, and tech sectors. You will drive multi-million dollar projects, mentor a team of Project Managers, and own safety, schedule, and budget—from concept through closeout.

Expect significant travel and a high-performance culture that rewards growth, recognition, and career advancement. Join a Top 10 mechanical contractor renowned for rapid, critical projects nationwide.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of PM experience in mechanical construction.
• Expertise in HVAC, piping, and plumbing.
• Proficiency with project management software (P6 or MS Project).

Responsibilities

• Lead complex mechanical projects and teams from start to finish, ensuring schedule, budget, and client satisfaction.
• Ensure site safety plans, audits, toolbox talks, and pre-task planning are followed.
• Coordinate with Design and Engineering to develop permit drawings and build plans.
• Verify plans and materials align with submittals and RFIs.
• Mentor other Project Managers.
• Coordinate subcontractors and manage contracts and changes.
• Develop advanced project schedules for all scopes.
• Manage project budgeting and forecasting.
• Build strong relationships with Owners, GCs, Vendors, and Subcontractors.
• Communicate with field personnel, fabrication shops, warehouse, Safety, Service teams.

Skills

Project leadership

HVAC knowledge

Piping expertise

Time management

Budget forecasting

Mentoring

Communication

Deadline-driven

Team coordination

Safety standards

Tools

P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

If you are seeking a career-defining leadership role where your expertise will shape massive, multi-million dollar projects and lay the foundation for future industry leaders, this is your moment. As Project Director with our client's National Project Management Team, you will tackle the country’s most complex mechanical construction challenges across a variety of high-growth sectors, including data centers, healthcare, pharma, and advanced technology. Here, you can thrive in a culture that values innovation, growth, and personal development, and you’ll get the chance to leave your mark on fast-paced, mission critical work while enjoying significant earning potential and professional recognition.

Join a powerhouse company celebrated as one of the fastest-growing mechanical construction firms in the United States, recognized among the Top 10 nationally, and known as a Best Place to Work. Here, you’ll collaborate with top talent, gain exposure to advanced technologies, and be empowered to elevate both your own career and the teams you inspire.

What You'll Do:

• Manage and lead complex mechanical projects and project teams involving HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical pipe systems from start to finish, ensuring timely completion, budget adherence, and client satisfaction
• Ensure site safety compliance and requirements are executed, including site-specific safety plans, audits, pick plans, toolbox talks, and pre-task planning
• Coordinate with the Design and Engineering Team to develop permit drawings, update progress drawings, generate record drawings, and establish overall build plans for project scope
• Verify that all plans, specifications, and project materials are delivered and installed based on approved submittals and RFIs
• Manage and mentor other Project Managers, providing coaching to support their professional growth
• Coordinate subcontractors by defining scope of work, preparing and issuing contracts, managing changes, and planning their schedules
• Develop advanced project schedules for all contracted scopes of work
• Manage the financial budgeting and forecasting for the project from start to finish
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients, including Owners, General Contractors, Vendors, and Subcontractors
• Communicate regularly and effectively with field personnel, fabrication shops, warehouse managers, Safety, and Service teams

What We're Looking For

• 10+ years of experience as a Project Manager in Mechanical Construction (experience with HVAC, Piping, and Plumbing strongly preferred)
• Knowledge of HVAC and piping systems, building products, construction details/design, and relevant rules, regulations, and quality standards preferred
• Familiarity with construction management software packages and overall strong computer skills
• Proficiency in P6 or Microsoft Project
• Self-motivated with excellent time and project management skills
• Strong personal commitment to long-term and meaningful goals
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and effectively multi-task with changing priorities
• Demonstrated confidence in expertise and a proactive approach to researching and finding the right solutions
• Personable, high-energy, and able to demonstrate ownership, leadership, and commitment to high-impact projects

What We Offer

• Exciting opportunity to lead immense, mission critical projects for some of the top industries in the country
• Competitive, considerable income in exchange for significant travel and on-site commitment
• Eligibility to travel home every 3-4 weeks while on long-term assignments
• A high-growth, supportive culture recognized as a Best Place to Work
• Employee empowerment, professional development, and long-term career growth opportunities
• Exposure to cutting-edge projects and technology in one of the Top 10 mechanical construction companies nationwide