Traveling Construction Sr. Project Manager - MECHANICAL (MEP)

Diamond Peak Recruiting; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) benefits

Per diem and travel reimbursement up $

Stable project pipeline

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Diamond Peak Recruiting is seeking a Senior Project Manager for a high-profile ground-up project in the United States. This leadership role oversees the full lifecycle from preconstruction to closeout and will support additional projects in other markets with full travel benefits.

Key responsibilities include leading all project phases, coordinating with teams, managing schedule and budget, and ensuring safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 10+ years of progressive experience in mechanical construction project management.
• Experience managing large-scale projects of $20M+.

Responsibilities

• Lead all project phases, including preconstruction, execution, and final turnover.
• Primary contact for internal teams, subcontractors, consultants, and the client.
• Manage schedule execution, budget control, safety, and quality.
• Review and manage shop drawings, submittals, and procurement tracking.
• Coordinate permitting, inspections, and communication with government authorities.
• Provide monthly cost reports, forecasts, and client billings.
• Lead safety culture onsite and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Oversee subcontractor performance to ensure contract scope and schedule.
• Conduct jobsite inspections and maintain project documentation.
• Support project labor planning, equipment needs, and logistics.

Skills

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Excel

Word

Leadership

Cost control

Contract terms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Engineering or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Excel

Word

Job description

A leading mechanical contractor is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee a high-profile ground-up project. This is a key leadership role responsible for the full lifecycle of the project—from preconstruction through final closeout. Following successful completion of this project, the Senior Project Manager will be expected to support additional projects in other markets, with full travel benefits provided.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all project phases, including preconstruction, execution, and final turnover
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams, subcontractors, consultants, and the client
• Manage schedule execution, budget control, safety, and quality
• Review and manage all shop drawings, submittals, and procurement tracking
• Coordinate permitting, inspections, and communication with government authorities
• Provide monthly cost reports, forecasts, and client billings
• Lead safety culture onsite and ensure compliance with all applicable codes and standards
• Oversee subcontractor performance to ensure adherence to contract scope, quality, and schedule
• Conduct jobsite inspections and maintain consistent project documentation
• Support project labor planning, equipment needs, and logistics

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years of progressive experience in mechanical construction project management
• Proven experience managing large-scale projects of $20M+
• Strong understanding of contract terms, insurance programs (SDI, OCIP/CCIP), and cost control methodologies
• Effective leadership and team-building skills across field and office teams
• Proficient in project management tools including Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Excel, and Word
• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing owner relationships
• In-depth knowledge of safety planning and regulatory compliance
• Experience implementing quality control and VDC coordination processes

What’s Offered:

• Competitive salary based on experience (up to 160k depending on experience)
• Full medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits
• Per diem and travel reimbursement for out-of-town projects (up to $60k annually on, separate from salary)
• Stable project pipeline with opportunities to lead complex, high-value work
• Strong support team and collaborative company culture