Senior Mechanical Project Leader — Growth, Profit & Safety

John W. Danforth Company; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Savings Plan

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Job summary

John W. Danforth Company is seeking a Senior Project Manager to guide end-to-end execution of high-impact projects in a leading mechanical contracting environment. You will lead Project Managers, oversee project financials, and ensure alignment with business objectives and outcomes.

You will drive cross-functional collaboration, manage resources at scale, and strive for consistent, high-quality project delivery while advancing safety and lean construction practices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing individual projects exceeding $5MM and portfolios greater than $15MM.
• Bachelor of Science in a related discipline strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with labor unions and improve management relations.
• High degree of integrity, with enthusiasm to represent the company in professional circles.
• Strong work ethic and exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate across all levels in a results-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Accurately execute contracted work in a profitable manner; meeting or exceeding gross margins.
• Forecast and report detailed project financials and forecasts.
• Lead and implement a best-in-class safety culture.
• Manage the Project Management group to maximize profitability through operational excellence.
• Interface with VDC department and shops for fabrication and lean construction alignment.
• Oversee procurement to ensure cost savings and timely deliveries of major subcontracts and equipment.
• Ensure proper staffing capacity within budgeted overhead.
• Collaborate with Regional and Executive Leadership on staffing vs overhead.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Financial management

Cross-functional collaboration

Team development

Safety program implementation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Tools

VDC coordination tools

Job description

John W. Danforth Company is seeking a Senior Project Manager to guide end-to-end execution of high-impact projects in a leading mechanical contracting environment. You will lead Project Managers, oversee project financials, and ensure alignment with business objectives and outcomes.

You will drive cross-functional collaboration, manage resources at scale, and strive for consistent, high-quality project delivery while advancing safety and lean construction practices.