Project Manager - Mechanical Insulation

Performance Contracting Group; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

PCI is seeking a Project Manager - Mechanical Insulation for its Kansas City operations based in Kansas City, KS. The role oversees full project lifecycle, from pre-construction through closeout, with a focus on schedule, budget, safety, and stakeholder communications.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years of construction project experience, strong reading of drawings/specs, and proven vendor relations. Local KC area preferred and the position emphasizes leadership and team mentoring.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional construction project experience.
• Experience in the mechanical insulation scope of construction subcontracts.
• Strong ability to read and interpret specifications and drawings for PCI scopes of work.
• Proven track record establishing and maintaining vendor relationships.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Proficiency with digital construction takeoff and software.
• Ability to collaborate within a team.
• Experience working with unions is a plus.
• OSHA certification is preferred.
• Local to the Kansas City metro area is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of mechanical insulation projects from pre-construction through closeout.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, and project P&L.
• Coordinate with clients, general contractors, field teams, and subcontractors.
• Lead field operations, labor planning, productivity tracking, and supervision.
• Develop and maintain project schedules with milestone tracking.
• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate project risks and delays.
• Ensure safety standards and client requirements are met.
• Procure materials and equipment for insulation systems (pipe, duct, vessel).
• Review drawings, specs, and submittals for scope accuracy.
• Oversee change orders, RFIs, and project documentation.
• Coordinate insulation installation with mechanical systems and proper sequencing.
• Build relationships with clients, vendors, and internal teams for repeat business.
• Lead project meetings and provide progress and financial reports.
• Mentor project engineers and field staff to support growth.

Skills

Team leadership

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Construction project experience

Reading drawings/specs

Tools

Takeoff software

Job description

Job Description

PCI is seeking an experienced Project Manager - Mechanical Insulation for its PCI Kansas City 567 operations based in Kansas City, KS. This individual will be responsible for the following duties:

• Manage the full lifecycle of mechanical insulation projects (pre-construction through closeout), including planning, execution, and final delivery
• Oversee project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, and overall profit & loss responsibility for assigned projects
• Coordinate with clients, general contractors, field teams, and subcontractors to ensure successful project execution and alignment with project goals
• Lead and direct field operations, including labor planning, productivity tracking, and performance management of crews and supervisors
• Develop and maintain project schedules, ensuring milestones are met and proactively addressing delays or risks
• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate project risks, resolving jobsite issues to avoid rework, delays, or cost impacts
• Ensure compliance with all safety standards, company policies, and client requirements, maintaining a strong safety culture across projects
• Manage procurement of materials and equipment specific to mechanical insulation systems (pipe, duct, vessel insulation, etc.)
• Review drawings, specifications, and submittals to ensure scope accuracy and proper installation of insulation systems
• Oversee change orders, RFIs, and project documentation to maintain accurate project records and financial alignment
• Collaborate across multiple trades to coordinate insulation installation with mechanical systems, ensuring proper sequencing and system readiness
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and internal teams to drive repeat business and project success
• Lead project meetings, communicate updates with stakeholders, and provide clear reporting on progress, risks, and financial status
• Mentor and develop project engineers and field team members, supporting team growth and long-term success

This position is safety sensitive

Basic Requirements

• Must have at least 3-5 years of professional experience on construction projects
• Must have eexperience in the mechanical insulation scope of construction subcontracts
• Strong ability to read and interpret specifications and drawings for PCI's scopes of work
• Has a s trong record of establishing and maintaining successful vendor relationships
• Displays e excellent verbal communication
• Possesses a h ign level of attention to detail
• Must have p roficiency with digital construction takeoff and software
• Must be able to effectively collaborate within a team

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with working with union representatives.
• OSHA Certification.
• Local to the Kansas City metro area is preferred