Senior Project Manager

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Career development

Leadership training

Mentorship

Advancement opportunities

Safety focused culture

Job summary

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing is seeking a senior project manager to lead large commercial and industrial MEP projects in the Richmond area. You will own safety, schedule, budget, quality, and client relationships, guiding a team of PMs and engineers to deliver complex facilities.

With five+ years of PM experience, you will read construction documents, coordinate with Supply Chain, and mentor junior staff while shaping revenue forecasts and cost-to-complete projections.

Qualifications

• Five years or more of commercial/industrial PM experience.
• OSHA 30-hour certification.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents and specs.
• Strong communication, leadership and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead large commercial and industrial MEP projects, ensuring safety, schedule, budget, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Develop project schedules and workforce plans; estimate labor-hour needs and coordinate planning.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain to procure materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Review RFIs and assess responses for scope, schedule, and cost impacts.
• Interpret specifications and guide decisions on equipment, materials, and subcontractors.
• Coordinate design detailing and fabrication planning with the Virtual Construction team.
• Support Superintendents with field operations and coordinate with field leadership.
• Lead project meetings and maintain strong client relationships.
• Own revenue forecasts, cost-to-complete projections, and gross profit performance.
• Manage equipment, material, and subcontractor costs while overseeing labor costs.
• Mentor Assistant Project Managers, Project Managers, and Project Engineers.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Scheduling

Education

OSHA 30-hour certification

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Up to $20,000 sign-on bonus

Own projects over $10M, strengthen project performance, and help develop the leaders who will deliver what’s next.

Our client is a mechanical, electrical, and service contractor that designs, builds, maintains, and supports the systems behind the places people rely on every day. From commercial buildings to industrial and mission-critical facilities, its teams deliver coordinated construction, service, and in-house fabrication.

Build your next career move

Take executive-level ownership of large commercial and industrial MEP projects, with the authority to guide financial performance, field execution, client relationships, and the next generation of project leaders. This established mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractor has delivered construction solutions for more than 50 years and invests in the development of its people.

Perks of joining the team

• $20,000 sign-on bonus
• Career development, technical and leadership training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities
• Ongoing technical and leadership training
• Mentorship and development opportunities
• Clear pathways for advancement
• A workplace focused on safety, respect, and teamwork

What you’ll do

• Lead large commercial and industrial MEP projects, maintaining safety, schedule, budget, quality, and client satisfaction
• Build project schedules and workforce plans; estimate labor-hour needs and coordinate labor planning
• Partner with Supply Chain to procure materials, equipment, and subcontractors
• Review and author RFIs; assess responses for scope, schedule, and cost impacts
• Interpret specifications and guide decisions on equipment, materials, and subcontractors
• Coordinate design detailing and fabrication planning with the Virtual Construction team
• Support Superintendents with field operations and coordinate with the General Superintendent and field leadership
• Lead effective project meetings and maintain strong client relationships
• Own revenue forecasts, cost-to-complete projections, and gross profit performance
• Manage equipment, material, and subcontractor costs while supporting labor cost oversight
• Mentor Assistant Project Managers, Project Managers, and Project Engineers

What you’ll bring

• At least five years of commercial or industrial project management experience
• A track record of maintaining material and labor flow on projects lasting a year or longer
• Strong mechanical and/or plumbing trade knowledge
• OSHA 30-hour certification and a strong understanding of OSHA safety regulations
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents and specifications
• Comfort with modern technology, including laptops, tablets, smartphones, and Microsoft Teams
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with urgency and composure
• A team-oriented leadership style and commitment to safety and accountability

Ready to lead complex projects and grow a high-performing team?

Will you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for an employment visa to work in the United States?