Senior Project Manager

This Senior Mechanical Project Manager role leads large-scale mechanical piping projects across Data Centers, Healthcare and Hospital facilities, Industrial sites, and other Mission-Critical environments. You will manage projects from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, budget adherence, and strong client satisfaction while driving growth and performance in a fast-paced construction setting.

• Manage all phases of mechanical piping projects from preconstruction through closeout, including planning, scheduling, procurement, construction, and turnover.
• Lead project teams and coordinate closely with clients, general contractors, engineers, architects, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure alignment and successful project delivery.
• Own project financials, including budgets, forecasting, profitability, cash flow, and cost control, and maintain strong financial accountability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Administer and manage subcontractors and contracts, including RFIs, submittals, procurement activities, and change orders, to keep projects on track and within scope.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve design, scheduling, manpower, and construction issues, proactively addressing risks and implementing effective solutions.
• Review and approve supplier and subcontractor invoices, ensuring accuracy and alignment with contract terms and project budgets.
• Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules, resource plans, and staffing requirements to meet safety, quality, and productivity goals.
• Ensure full compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, and company procedures across all project activities and job sites.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a primary point of contact and supporting future business opportunities through excellent project delivery.
• Mentor and develop Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers, providing guidance, feedback, and leadership to strengthen the project team.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects when needed, prioritizing tasks and resources to achieve schedule, budget, and profitability targets.
• Lead teams in high-value mechanical construction projects, particularly those involving complex mechanical piping systems and mission-critical facilities.

• 5+ years of project management experience with a mechanical contractor, managing mechanical construction projects from start to finish.
• Direct, hands-on mechanical piping experience, including contracting and installation of complex pipe systems.
• For Senior Project Manager level, 815+ years managing large, complex mechanical construction projects, including multi-million-dollar work.
• Proven experience managing multi-million-dollar projects, including project financials, subcontractor management, procurement, and client relationships.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, procurement, contracts, RFIs, submittals, and change management processes.
• Experience in Data Centers, Healthcare and Hospital construction, Industrial facilities, and Mission-Critical environments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Proven financial ownership and accountability, with strong forecasting and cost control skills.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with experience leading project teams and coordinating with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a track record of resolving design, schedule, and construction issues.
• Experience maintaining safety, quality, schedule, and profitability goals on complex mechanical projects.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience managing mechanical piping projects in industrial and pharmaceutical environments.
• Experience managing projects valued between $30M and $100M+ is preferred for Senior Project Managers.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam for document review and markup.
• Experience using Procore for project management and collaboration.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project for scheduling and project planning.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite for reporting, documentation, and communication.
• Experience with hydronic piping systems, including bulk piping that runs through large facilities.
• Strong client-facing skills and the ability to build long-term relationships that support repeat business.
• Interest in long-term career growth, including potential conversion from contract-to-hire into a permanent role.

This position operates in a fast-paced, onsite construction environment focused on large-scale mechanical and piping systems in Data Centers, Healthcare and Hospital facilities, Industrial plants, and other Mission-Critical locations. You will collaborate daily with owners, general contractors, engineers, architects, vendors, and subcontractors, often working at active job sites throughout the region. The organization is experiencing significant growth and has more work than available manpower, creating substantial opportunities for career advancement and long-term development. The role involves frequent coordination meetings, field walks, and hands-on oversight of mechanical construction activities in dynamic, schedule-driven settings.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Conyers, GA.

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $85.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Conyers, GA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Conyers,GA.

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