Senior Mechanical Construction Project Manager

Senior Mechanical Construction Project Manager

West Metro | $102,000-$135,000 Base + Incentives | Direct Hire | Onsite / Jobsite-Focused

This Senior Project Manager opportunity is with a large, well-capitalized mechanical contractor known for delivering some of the most technically complex and high-profile projects in the Upper Midwest. The organization combines the scale, backlog, and financial strength of a national platform with the autonomy and accountability of a strong regional operating group. Senior Project Managers function as true business owners-leading client relationships, developing teams, and driving both project execution and revenue growth.

With a multi-year backlog, significant upcoming work, and a compensation structure that rewards performance, this role is well-suited for experienced mechanical PMs who want control over their projects, earnings, and long-term career trajectory.

Senior Project Manager Responsibilities

• Own full lifecycle delivery of complex mechanical construction projects, including plumbing, piping, and sheet metal scopes, with accountability for schedule, margin, and client satisfaction.
• Lead and grow client and general contractor relationships, actively generating new work through networking, proposals, and presentations.
• Manage and mentor Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers, serving as a technical and leadership resource across the team.
• Oversee project financial performance, including budgeting, labor forecasting, change order pricing, and margin management.
• Partner with estimating, BIM/CAD, preconstruction, and field leadership to ensure seamless execution from pursuit through closeout.
• Champion safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives across assigned projects.

Senior Project Manager Qualifications

• Ten or more years of progressive project management experience in mechanical contracting, with hands-on exposure to plumbing, piping, and sheet metal scopes.
• Proven ability to manage large, technically complex projects, often exceeding $10M in value.
• Strong client-facing and business development capabilities, including proposal leadership and relationship-driven work acquisition.
• Demonstrated success leading and developing PM/APM teams while maintaining strong relationships with foremen and field crews.
• Healthcare facility experience required for healthcare-focused roles; industrial or large commercial experience strongly preferred for general roles.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with a performance-driven incentive structure tied to margin and business development.
• 401(k) with company match, profit sharing, and employee stock purchase plan participation.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays, with flexibility based on tenure and role.
• Long-term career development supported by internal training programs and clear advancement paths.

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Konik has been creating impactful relationships between technical talent and employers for more than 50 years. Konik has specialized in placing professional, qualified personnel in Minnesota and western Wisconsin businesses since its inception, and maintains a strong commitment to customer service.