Project Manager

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing is seeking an experienced Project Manager for our Austin, TX mechanical construction portfolio. You will lead large-scale commercial, industrial, and healthcare projects, ensure schedule adherence, manage budgets, and collaborate with clients, subcontractors, and field teams.

The role emphasizes strong communication, leadership, and a track record of delivering complex mechanical systems on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• 6–15 years of construction project management experience.
• Experience managing projects valued between $10M and $15M.
• Experience in commercial, industrial, or mechanical construction environments.
• Strong scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, and contract management skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with construction management software and MS Office applications.
• Bachelor's degree preferred in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversee major construction projects from planning through closeout.
• Coordinate with field leadership, clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and procurement plans.
• Lead project meetings and maintain communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Manage contract administration, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Monitor project costs, productivity, and profitability.
• Coordinate with superintendents and field teams for project execution.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Support workforce planning and resource allocation.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships for repeat business.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree (Construction Management / Engineering / Business)

Tools

Construction management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Project Manager - Austin, TX | Mechanical Construction

The Opportunity

We're hiring an experienced Project Manager in Austin, Texas on behalf of our client, a leading mechanical construction contractor serving commercial, industrial, healthcare, and mission-critical markets throughout Central Texas. This Project Manager opportunity is ideal for construction professionals with experience leading large-scale mechanical projects and overseeing budgets ranging from $10 million to $20 million.

The successful candidate will serve as a key leader responsible for project execution, client satisfaction, financial performance, and team coordination throughout the project lifecycle.

What You'll Do

As a Project Manager, you'll oversee major construction projects from planning through closeout while partnering closely with field leadership, clients, subcontractors, and vendors.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing commercial and industrial construction projects valued between $10M and $15M.
• Developing and maintaining project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and procurement plans.
• Leading project meetings and maintaining communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Managing contract administration, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Monitoring project costs, productivity, and profitability.
• Coordinating with Superintendents and field teams to support project execution.
• Identifying project risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Supporting workforce planning and resource allocation.
• Ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Building and maintaining strong customer relationships that drive repeat business.

What You Bring

• 6-15 years of construction project management experience.
• Proven success managing projects valued between $10M and $15M.
• Experience within commercial, industrial, or mechanical construction environments.
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, and contract management.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Experience working with construction management software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline preferred.

Why It's Worth It

This opportunity offers the chance to join a highly respected construction organization with a strong project backlog and a reputation for delivering complex mechanical systems projects throughout Central Texas. You'll work alongside experienced construction professionals, lead significant projects, and contribute directly to the success of high-profile commercial and industrial developments.

Additional advantages include:

• Long-term career growth opportunities.
• Exposure to large-scale, technically challenging projects.
• Collaborative team environment.
• Stable pipeline of work throughout the region.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on project performance and client relationships.

Location & Schedule

This position is based in Austin, Texas, with regular travel to project sites throughout the Central Texas market. This is a full-time, on-site leadership role supporting active construction projects and client engagements.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. Employment eligibility will be verified at the time of hire.