Senior Project Manager
Senior Project Manager - Mechanical Construction
Location: Charlotte, NC
About the Opportunity
An established mechanical contractor is seeking a highly motivated Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex HVAC, plumbing, and piping projects throughout the Charlotte region. This role offers the opportunity to oversee large-scale commercial, healthcare, industrial, manufacturing, and mission-critical construction projects while mentoring project teams and driving operational excellence.
The ideal candidate is a proven leader with strong technical knowledge, financial acumen, and the ability to build lasting relationships with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
- Oversee project budgets, schedules, forecasting, procurement, and contract administration.
- Lead project teams consisting of Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, and field personnel.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with owners, general contractors, engineers, architects, and key stakeholders.
- Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
- Review contract documents and identify project risks, opportunities, and scope gaps.
- Manage project reporting, cost controls, cash flow, and change order processes.
- Coordinate manpower planning and resource allocation across multiple projects.
- Support preconstruction efforts, value engineering initiatives, and project pursuits.
- Mentor and develop junior project management staff.
- Participate in business development activities and contribute to client retention efforts.
- Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- 8+ years of mechanical construction project management experience.
- Proven experience managing commercial HVAC, plumbing, and piping projects.
- Demonstrated success managing projects valued at $10M+.
- Strong knowledge of project controls, scheduling, budgeting, and forecasting.
- Experience working on healthcare, life sciences, manufacturing, commercial, industrial, or mission-critical projects.
- Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
- Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
- Proficiency with construction management and project scheduling software.
Preferred Experience
- Design-Build and Design-Assist project delivery experience.
- Knowledge of BIM/VDC processes and coordination.
- Experience managing self-perform mechanical construction operations.
- Familiarity with fabrication-driven project delivery methods.
- Multi-project oversight and portfolio management experience.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Performance-based bonus structure
- Vehicle allowance or company vehicle
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid holidays and PTO
- Professional development and advancement opportunities
- Long-term career growth with a stable and growing organization
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