Mechanical Senior Project Manager

Mechanical Senior Project Manager

$120,000 to $150,000/year + Per Diem + Vehicle or Vehicle Allowance + Annual Incentive Bonus Eligibility + Benefits

The best Senior Project Managers do more than manage budgets and schedules. They lead teams, solve complex challenges, strengthen customer relationships, and create the strategy that drives successful project outcomes.

At RK Industries, you'll lead large-scale mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, partnering with operations, field leadership, customers, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure projects are delivered safely, profitably, and on schedule. Your expertise will directly impact project execution, financial performance, workforce planning, customer satisfaction, and long-term business growth.

You'll have the autonomy to make critical decisions, influence project strategy, mentor future leaders, and drive business results while leveraging RK's extensive in-house construction, fabrication, manufacturing, and prefabrication capabilities.

This is an opportunity to lead projects that make an impact while helping shape the future of our organization.

• Manage mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through final turnover and closeout
• Own project financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, billing, collections, and profitability
• Lead project teams and coordinate efforts across operations, field leadership, procurement, vendors, and subcontractors
• Develop and execute project schedules that align resources, milestones, and customer expectations
• Manage contract administration, change orders, risk mitigation, and project documentation
• Ensure labor resources, productivity, materials, and equipment are aligned with project objectives
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, trade partners, and internal stakeholders
• Drive project execution while balancing quality, safety, schedule, and financial performance
• Lead subcontractor coordination, procurement planning, and project buyout activities
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and development opportunities for project team members
• Forecast project performance and implement strategies to maximize profitability and client satisfaction
• Identify risks early and proactively develop solutions that keep projects moving forward

• 15+ years of construction, mechanical contracting, or project management experience
• Proven success leading large, complex commercial or industrial construction projects
• Strong knowledge of project budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, contract administration, and cost control
• Experience negotiating subcontracts, managing procurement, and overseeing project financials
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders while maintaining strong customer relationships
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, develop talent, and influence business results
• Strong business acumen and ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and industry experience preferred

Build bigger. Lead sophisticated, high-profile projects with the resources and capabilities to execute them well.

Have a voice. Influence project strategy, field operations, and how RK continues to improve the way we build.

Build with an integrated team. Tap into seven specialized business units and extensive in-house fabrication, manufacturing, and prefabrication capabilities.

Develop who's next. Build future field leaders while continuing your own development through mentorship, hands-on learning, and RK University.

Build for the long term. Join a second-generation, family-owned company that combines the stability of an established builder with the growth and opportunity of an industry leader.

RK Industries is a second-generation family-owned company led by brothers Rick and Jon Kinning. Through seven specialized business units, we deliver construction, fabrication, manufacturing, and building services with a focus on safety, quality, innovation, and craftsmanship.

People join RK because they want to work on complex projects, make a meaningful impact, and collaborate with experienced professionals who are passionate about building great work. Our integrated capabilities allow employees to see projects from concept through completion while developing…