Senior Project Manager - Data Center and Industrial EPC

Ilocatum; Houston (TX); Vor Ort; USD 140.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Ilocatum in Houston seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale industrial electrical or mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. The role requires onsite work at our Houston facility with 70% travel and per diem support.

You will coordinate clients, executives, field operations, and subcontractors, ensuring project performance, safety, and financial success. A strong background in Electrical or Mechanical EPC, with PMP/OSHA credentials, is preferred.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred; equivalent combinations considered.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in electrical, mechanical, or EPC construction with leadership of large projects.
• Proven success leading multimillion-dollar electrical or mechanical construction projects in data centers, oil & gas, petrochemical, or industrial plants.
• Strong knowledge in Electrical Construction or Mechanical Construction disciplines.
• Advanced understanding of contracts, financial management, estimating, scheduling, procurement, and risk mitigation.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage subcontractors, with executive communication skills.
• Proficiency with project management software (Primavera P6, Microsoft Project).
• PMP certification, OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR preferred; valid driver’s license and ability to travel extensively.

Aufgaben

• Provide leadership for large-scale electrical, mechanical, or industrial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Manage project financial performance including budgets, cash flow, and reporting; identify risks and corrective actions.
• Direct and coordinate project teams, superintendents, field crews, subcontractors, and vendors to align with objectives and schedules.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, owners, general contractors, and stakeholders; lead contract negotiations and issue resolution.
• Oversee scheduling, procurement, labor productivity, material management, and resource allocation for project success.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, OSHA regulations, and construction codes while promoting a proactive safety culture.
• Mentor project managers and engineers; drive process improvements and operational efficiency.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Contract management

Risk mitigation

Executive communication

Team leadership

Subcontractor management

Negotiation

PM software

Primavera P6

MS Project

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Jobbeschreibung

Senior Project Manager – Industrial EPC, Electrical OR Mechanical Construction

This position requires the candidate to be onsite in our Houston facility with 70% travel requirements. Per diem provided.

The Senior Project Manager will provide leadership and oversight for large-scale industrial electrical or mechanical construction projects, managing all phases from preconstruction through project closeout. This position serves as a key liaison between clients, executive leadership, field operations, and subcontractors while driving project performance, operational excellence, and the development of project management teams. Will consider candidates with either Mechanical/Civil/Structural or Electrical expertise.

What You’ll Do

• Provide overall leadership and accountability for the successful execution of large-scale electrical, mechanical, or industrial construction projects, overseeing all phases from preconstruction and budgeting through project closeout.

• Manage project financial performance, including budgets, cost forecasting, cash flow, profitability, change management, and financial reporting, while proactively identifying risks and implementing corrective actions.

• Direct and coordinate project teams, superintendents, field crews, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure alignment with project objectives, resource requirements, schedules, and contractual obligations.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, owners, general contractors, and key stakeholders, serving as the primary point of contact for project performance, contract negotiations, issue resolution, and strategic planning.

• Oversee project scheduling, procurement, labor productivity, material management, and resource allocation to optimize operational efficiency and ensure successful execution of complex construction projects.

• Ensure compliance with company safety standards, OSHA regulations, applicable electrical or mechanical construction codes, quality requirements, and contractual specifications while promoting a proactive safety culture across all project sites.

• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to project managers, project engineers, and field leadership while collaborating with executive management to identify opportunities for process improvement, operational efficiency, and continued business growth.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent combinations of education and relevant industry experience will be considered.

• 10+ years of progressive experience in electrical, mechanical, industrial, utility, or EPC construction, including at least 5 years managing complex, large-scale construction projects with significant financial and operational responsibility.

• Demonstrated success leading multimillion-dollar electrical or mechanical construction projects, preferably within data centers, cryptocurrency mining facilities, oil and gas, petrochemical, refining, power generation, industrial plants, or other large-scale infrastructure environments.

• Strong technical knowledge in at least one of the following disciplines:

  • Electrical Construction: Medium- and low-voltage power distribution, switchgear, transformers, conduit, cabling, grounding, instrumentation, and control systems.

  • Mechanical Construction: Industrial piping systems, pipe fabrication and installation, mechanical equipment installation, pumps, compressors, HVAC/cooling systems, and associated industrial mechanical infrastructure.

• Advanced understanding of construction contracts, project financial management, estimating, scheduling, procurement, change order management, risk mitigation, and cost forecasting.

• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage subcontractor relationships, negotiate with clients, and communicate effectively with executive leadership and other key stakeholders.

• Proficiency with project management and scheduling software, including Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and related construction management platforms.

• Strong analytical, organizational, leadership, and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and resolve complex project challenges in fast-paced construction environments.

• PMP certification, OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR, and familiarity with applicable electrical or mechanical construction safety standards preferred.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel extensively and remain on project sites for extended durations as required.