Senior Project Manager

MKH Search; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction management firm is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager in Atlanta to lead large-scale mechanical construction projects, particularly in healthcare and data centers. This role involves overseeing all project aspects from preconstruction to closeout, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and quality standards. The ideal candidate should possess over 10 years in mechanical project management and deep knowledge of HVAC and plumbing systems, ensuring compliance with stringent regulations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of mechanical construction project management experience.
• 5+ years managing large-scale healthcare, industrial, or data center projects.
• Experience in highly regulated or mission-critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple large-scale mechanical projects ($10M–$100M+).
• Oversee mechanical scopes including HVAC systems and plumbing.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, cost reports, and cash flow.

Skills

Mechanical systems (HVAC, piping, plumbing, process systems)

Commercial acumen

Project management software proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale mechanical construction projects across healthcare, industrial, and mission-critical data center sectors. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of project delivery — from preconstruction through closeout — ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in mechanical systems (HVAC, piping, plumbing, process systems), strong commercial acumen, and experience working with complex, highly regulated or mission-critical environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multiple large-scale mechanical projects ($10M–$100M+) from preconstruction through final completion.
• Develop and manage project execution plans, schedules, manpower projections, and procurement strategies.
• Oversee mechanical scopes including HVAC systems, chilled water, steam, medical gas, hydronics, plumbing, and process piping.
• Coordinate closely with general contractors, owners, engineers, and design teams.
• Drive schedule performance using CPM scheduling tools and look-ahead planning.
• Own full P&L responsibility for assigned projects.
• Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, cost reports, and cash flow projections.
• Identify and mitigate cost risks; manage change orders and claims effectively.
• Ensure timely billing, collections, and subcontractor/vendor payments.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare codes, infection control protocols, and medical gas standards.
• Manage mission-critical mechanical infrastructure including redundant cooling systems, chilled water plants, and backup systems for data centers.
• Oversee complex industrial/process piping installations.
• Understand regulatory requirements including OSHA, ASHRAE, NFPA, and local building codes.

Team & Stakeholder Management

• Lead and mentor Project Managers, Assistant PMs, Project Engineers, and field leadership.
• Support workforce planning in coordination with field superintendents.
• Conduct project meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to support repeat business.

Risk & Quality Management

• Proactively manage project risk, including contract review and compliance.
• Implement quality control procedures and commissioning coordination.
• Lead safety culture initiatives in partnership with field leadership.
• Manage dispute resolution and contractual negotiations.

Qualifications

Required

• 10+ years of mechanical construction project management experience.
• 5+ years managing large-scale healthcare, industrial, or data center projects.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, including HVAC, hydronic piping, plumbing, and process systems.
• Experience managing projects in highly regulated or mission-critical environments.
• Demonstrated financial management and cost control expertise.
• Proficiency in project management software (Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, Primavera P6).
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts and change management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent field experience).

Preferred

• Experience working with major healthcare systems or mission-critical data center operators.