Sr. Project Manager - Industrial EPC & Data Center Construction

Top Echelon Software LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem provided

Job summary

Top Echelon Software LLC in Houston, TX, seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale industrial EPC electrical or mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. Onsite with 70% travel and per diem, you will coordinate clients, executives, field operations, and subcontractors to deliver safe, on-time performance.

The role requires a strong background in electrical or mechanical disciplines, PMP/OSHA preferred, and proficiency with Primavera P6 or MS Project.

Qualifications

• 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 with significant financial and operational responsibility.
• Demonstrated success leading multimillion-dollar electrical or mechanical construction projects in data centers, oil & gas, petrochemical, refining, power generation, or large-scale infrastructure environments.
• Strong technical knowledge in Electrical Construction or Mechanical Construction as applicable.
• Advanced understanding of 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.
• PMP certification, OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR, and familiarity with safety standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and accountability for the successful execution of large-scale electrical, mechanical, or industrial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Manage project financial performance including budgets, cost forecasting, cash flow, profitability, change management, and financial reporting while identifying risks and taking corrective actions.
• Direct and coordinate project teams, superintendents, field crews, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure alignment with objectives, schedules, and contractual obligations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, owners, general contractors, and stakeholders as the primary contact for project performance and strategic planning.
• Oversee scheduling, procurement, labor productivity, material management, and resource allocation to optimize efficiency and project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, OSHA regulations, codes, quality requirements, and contract specs while promoting a proactive safety culture on sites.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to project managers, project engineers, and field leadership while collaborating with executive management on process improvements.

Skills

Project leadership

Financial management

Contract management

Scheduling

Subcontractor relations

Client communication

Risk mitigation

Team leadership

PMP certification

OSHA 30

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Construction Management/Business Administration or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

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 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.