Mechanical Senior Project Manager- Columbus
Senior Project Manager - Mission Critical Construction
Location: Columbus, OH (with regional travel as needed)
Salary Range: $125,000 - $160,000 (based on experience)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Mechanical Construction - Data Centers, Pharma, Healthcare
About the Company
This company is a full-service mechanical contractor specializing in large-scale piping, sheet metal, and controls installations. With a strong union field workforce and a non-union management team, they've grown significantly in recent years-doubling revenue and expanding their footprint in the data center and pharmaceutical sectors. Their culture is entrepreneurial, collaborative, and growth-minded, with a strong emphasis on leadership development and long-term career progression.
Role Overview
The Senior Project Manager (SPM) will lead complex mechanical construction projects from inception to completion, with a focus on financial oversight, team leadership, and client satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have a strong financial acumen, experience in data center or heavy industrial projects, and the ability to manage large teams and subcontractors.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee all phases of mechanical construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.
- Lead project teams including APMs, field supervisors, QA/QC personnel, and subcontractors.
- Manage financial aspects of projects including forecasting, revenue growth analysis, and change order negotiations.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to pursue new business opportunities and support strategic growth.
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and union labor standards.
- Mentor junior staff and contribute to team development and succession planning.
Qualifications
- 5-10+ years of experience in mechanical construction project management.
- Proven track record managing projects valued at $40M+ annually.
- Strong financial background with experience in cost analysis, projections, and change orders.
- Experience in mission-critical environments (data centers preferred).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
- Willingness to travel regionally as needed.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary with performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive benefits including healthcare, dental, vision, and 401(k).
- Entrepreneurial culture with opportunities for career advancement to Senior PM and Project Executive roles.
- Supportive leadership and a collaborative team environment.
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
Ideal Candidate Traits
- Financially savvy and operationally strong.
- Team-oriented with leadership experience.
- Comfortable managing large teams and high-value contracts.
- Growth-minded and open to mentoring others.
- Experience in union environments is a plus.
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