Traveling Project Manager / Sr. PM - Mechanical - Texas

Upgrade Resources; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Job summary

Upgrade Resources seeks a Traveling Project Manager / Senior PM (Mechanical) to lead multi-site mechanical construction projects across Texas. The role involves weekly travel, on-site work at project locations, and a compensation package with per diem and relocation options.

Requires a 4-year engineering or construction degree and 5+ years PM experience on mechanical/construction projects; OSHA-30 or ability to obtain; ability to travel; and strong leadership and safety focus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or construction science or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years mechanical construction project management experience on diverse projects.
• Willingness to travel weekly or relocate for assignment.
• OSHA-30 certification or ability to obtain within six months.
• Experience managing projects up to $10 million.
• Knowledge of mechanical, HVAC, and piping systems, codes and standards.
• PM skills across documentation, cost control, scheduling, change orders.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability.
• Authorization to work in the United States; sponsorship not available.
• Preferred: PMP or related certification; travel/per diem experience; hyperscale data centers, hospitals, life sciences, or semiconductors.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall management direction on mechanical construction projects up to $10 million at remote project sites.
• Lead projects with the superintendent and coordinate with client, GC, and design teams.
• Staff key project positions through regional heads and superintendents.
• Serve as primary client contact and attend progress meetings.
• Negotiate and issue subcontracts and manage subcontractor performance.
• Prepare and update master project schedule and variance reports.
• Manage contract finances, costs, billings, and change orders.
• Monitor risk and implement corrective actions on schedule.
• Ensure document controls and closeout deliverables.
• Supervise and mentor project managers and engineers.
• Ensure safety programs and codes/compliance.

Skills

Project management

Travel-ready

Budget control

Safety compliance

Autonomous work

Team leadership

Education

Bachelors in mechanical engineering

Job description

Job Title: Traveling Project Manager / Sr. PM - Mechanical - Texas

Location:Multiple Texas markets, including North Texas and West Texas.On-site at the assigned project. Travel during the week.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $120,000.00 - $210,000.00 Annually

Company Introduction

This opportunity is with one of the nation's largest mechanical and electrical contracting firms, with more than 75 years of experience delivering innovative HVAC, plumbing, piping, sheet metal, and electrical solutions. The company specializes in major construction projects for hyperscale data centers, hospitals, life sciences facilities, and high-rise commercial buildings, earning a reputation for safety, precision, and high-quality workmanship.

The company fosters a collaborative, growth-focused culture where employees refine their skills, share knowledge, and advance within a supportive team environment.

Role Overview

The Traveling Project Manager provides overall management direction on mechanical construction projects valued up to $10 million, at project sites away from the home market. The role carries full accountability for scope, budget, schedule, quality, and safety, leads each assigned project in partnership with the designated project superintendent, and serves as the primary point of contact for clients, general contractors, and field leadership.

This is a travel-based role. Most assignments involve travel during the week with weekends at home, and a relocation package is available for candidates who prefer to move for the duration of an assignment. A per diem is provided in addition to base salary. Current project work sits primarily in West Texas and North Texas.

This role may be filled at varying levels, including Traveling Project Manager and Traveling Senior Project Manager, based on the candidate's skills, experience, and overall qualifications. Final title, level, and compensation will be determined through the interview and assessment process and will be aligned with internal equity and external market benchmarks.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide overall management direction on one or more mechanical construction projects, up to $10 million, at project sites away from the home market, with accountability for scope, budget, schedule, quality, and safety
• Lead each assigned project in partnership with the designated project superintendent, and control project development through administrative direction of the superintendent
• Evaluate the contractual scope of work, and plan, organize, and staff key project positions through regional department heads and general superintendents
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the client, general contractor, and architect and engineer team, and attend job progress meetings
• Negotiate, prepare, and issue subcontracts, and manage subcontractor and vendor performance
• Prepare, issue, and update the master project schedule and variance reports to hold schedule and budget
• Manage all financial aspects of contracts, including costs, billings, collections, and change orders, and actively pursue additional work through change orders
• Manage risk; investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures before they reach the schedule
• Ensure project document controls comply with contract requirements through closeout and as-built delivery
• Supervise and mentor project managers, assistant project managers, and project engineers assigned to the project
• Ensure compliance with safety programs, contract terms, and applicable codes and standards

Required Background

• 4-year mechanical engineering or construction science degree, or commensurate levels of technical training and related experience
• Minimum of5 years of mechanical construction project management experience, including commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, or data center projects
• Willingness to travel to project sites during the week, with weekends at home, or to relocate for the duration of an assignment
• OSHA-30 certification, or the ability to obtain it within six months from date of hire
• Proven ability to manage scope, budget, schedule, quality, and safety on projects up to $10 million
• Working knowledge of mechanical, HVAC, and piping systems, construction methods, procurement practices, and applicable codes and standards
• Project management skills across documentation, cost control, procurement, scheduling, change order pricing, and negotiating
• Ability to work autonomously and exercise a high level of judgment on a remote jobsite
• Valid driver's license and a satisfactory motor vehicle record
• Authorization to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available for this position
• Prior experience running projects on a travel or per diem basis (Preferred)
• Experience managing projects valued at $10 million or more(Preferred)
• Hyperscale data center, hospital, life sciences, or semiconductor project experience(Preferred)
• Experience with design-build or design-assist mechanical delivery(Preferred)
• PMP or relevant professional certification(Preferred)
• Bilingual English and Spanish(Preferred)

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Annual bonus program based on performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Path for advancement into senior and leadership roles

Ready to run your own projects across Texas with per diem and weekends at home?