Project Manager, Construction Manager​/ Foreman, Procurement ​/ Purchasing

Mechanical Construction Project Manager

This role leads mechanical construction projects for a large, multi-year industrial program based in Lima, OH. The Project Manager oversees all phases of mechanical and piping construction, from pre-construction through closeout, while ensuring projects meet schedule, budget, quality, and safety expectations. The position requires a strong experience in mechanical construction, the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, and regular travel to active job sites.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with industrial projects such as data centers, semiconductor facilities, and pharmaceutical environments, and is comfortable working independently with minimal oversight.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective leadership to project teams, including Project Engineers, Assistant Project Managers, subcontractors, and field personnel.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with general contractors, owners, engineers, and architects to support project success.
• Support field teams through clear communication, coordination, and timely problem-solving.
• Collaborate closely with internal departments such as estimating, CAD, fabrication, and procurement to ensure project alignment.
• Manage pre-construction planning, including scheduling, project setup, and coordination of early project activities.
• Take full ownership of project execution, ensuring adherence to established schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
• Identify and resolve project challenges related to design conflicts, construction sequencing, manpower allocation, and material availability.
• Review and approve project budgets, including labor, materials, and subcontractor costs, to maintain financial control.
• Oversee subcontractor performance and ensure compliance with project scope, specifications, and contractual requirements.
• Assist in negotiating subcontract agreements and vendor contracts to secure favorable terms and reliable performance.
• Monitor project financial performance, including profitability, cash flow, and cost control, and take corrective action when needed.
• Prepare and maintain monthly cost reports and accurate cost projections to provide clear visibility into project status.
• Identify, prepare, and submit change orders, ensuring proper documentation and timely approval.
• Review and approve supplier and subcontractor invoices to confirm accuracy and alignment with contract terms.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, company policies, and applicable regulatory requirements on all job sites.
• Participate in design coordination and conflict resolution across all trades to maintain constructability and project flow.
• Lead or support the submittal, RFI, and change management processes to keep project documentation complete and current.
• Coordinate CAD, fabrication, and field labor resources to meet project milestones and adapt to changing project needs.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by enforcing company procedures and promoting a strong safety culture.
• Professionally solicit vendors and suppliers during procurement to obtain competitive pricing and reliable delivery.
• Support estimating staff by providing technical insights and project-specific feedback to improve future bids and proposals.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Alternatively, at least 10+ years of relevant mechanical construction experience in lieu of a degree.
• Candidates who advanced from the field into project management with 10+ years of Project Manager experience are encouraged to apply.
• Experience with large, complex industrial projects, particularly data centers, semiconductor facilities, and pharmaceutical environments.
• Familiarity with coordinating CAD, fabrication, and field labor resources in a mechanical construction setting.
• Experience supporting estimating teams with technical project insights.
• Long-term interest in contributing to a significant backlog of data center work with potential for sustained, multi-year project involvement.
• Not accepted: backgrounds limited to general contractor project management, owner's representative roles, or general MEP project management without direct mechanical subcontractor experience.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lima, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00/yr. 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.

We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lima, OH.

Final date to receive applications

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