Senior Project Manager

PurgeRite; Willis (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

PurgeRite is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large, high‑visibility mechanical projects across the U.S. You will drive execution, financial performance, and customer satisfaction while mentoring teams and improving PM processes.

The role requires managing schedules, labor planning, procurement, and risk mitigation with a focus on safety and efficiency. Travel up to 30% is possible as needed.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of project management experience in industrial services or mechanical construction.
• 1–2+ years of experience leading a team of direct reports.
• Experience managing large‑scale, high‑complexity projects with financial responsibility.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, and cost management knowledge.
• PMP certification is a plus; experience with procedural improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead large‑scale, complex projects from planning through financial closeout.
• Mentor PM teams and drive continuous improvement in processes.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and financial performance across multiple projects.
• Coordinate with clients, vendors, contractors and internal teams.
• Ensure safety, quality, and on‑time, on‑budget project delivery.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting & forecasting

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

NetSuite

MS Project

Job description

Description

About Us: PurgeRite, the leader in high‑quality mechanical flushing services, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced senior project manager. We serve commercial mechanical companies of all sizes across the U.S., with end‑user clients that include many Fortune 100 companies. Projects include data centers, semiconductor and EV battery manufacturers, universities, health care facilities, and district energy systems.

Position Overview

The Senior Project Manager will lead large‑scale, complex, and high‑visibility projects from initial planning through final completion and financial closeout. The role is a senior operational leader responsible for driving project execution, financial performance, customer satisfaction, resource planning, and operational excellence across multiple concurrent projects. Responsibilities include mentoring teams, improving project management processes, supporting scalability, and ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple complex projects while aligning execution with operational and financial goals.
• Maintain accountability for project budgets, forecasting, cost control, and financial performance.
• Serve as the primary liaison between clients, vendors, contractors, and internal teams.
• Oversee scheduling, labor planning, procurement, equipment allocation, and material management.
• Identify and mitigate operational, financial, and execution risks.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on scalability, quality, and operational excellence.
• Partner cross‑functionally with Operations, Engineering, Commercial, Safety, and Finance teams.
• Conduct structured weekly one‑on‑ones with each PM, documenting coaching, commitments, and individual growth plans.
• Mentor and develop junior PMs and future leaders, proactively communicating portfolio updates, risks, and escalations for visibility.
• Ensure compliance with PurgeRite safety standards, customer requirements, and company policies.
• Utilize ERP and project management systems, including NetSuite and MS Project, to manage execution and reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 5–7+ years of project management experience within industrial services, mechanical construction, or related industries.
• 1–2+ years of experience leading a team of direct reports, with demonstrated ability to manage workloads and support employee development.
• Proven experience managing large‑scale, high‑complexity projects with significant financial responsibility, overseeing multi‑phase delivery and meeting competing priorities.
• Strong understanding of project financials, budgeting, forecasting, and cost management principles.
• Experience developing and implementing procedural improvements.
• Strong communication, organizational, negotiation, and customer relationship management skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in fast‑paced, rapidly changing environments while paying attention to detail.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software platforms.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% as required by business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience managing projects in data centers, semiconductor, healthcare, district energy, or mission‑critical environments.
• Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP/project management systems.
• Lean, Six Sigma, or operational excellence certifications.
• Technical knowledge of hydronic systems, mechanical systems, and fluid management processes.
• Experience in supporting operational scaling initiatives and multi‑project resource planning.

Position Goal

The Senior Project Manager plays a critical leadership role in supporting PurgeRite’s continued growth and operational scalability. Responsibilities include driving consistent project execution, building strong customer relationships, improving operational excellence, and motivating the project management team through coaching, training, and mentorship.

Company Support

The company commits to providing the necessary resources and training to ensure the selected candidate succeeds and enhances our methodology moving forward.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

PurgeRite is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote opportunities for all without discrimination based on age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or national origin.