Senior Construction Project Manager- MEP

Senior Construction Project Manager- MEP

Senior Project Manager - MEP/HVAC

Location: On-site in Columbus or Cleveland, OH

Travel: Up to 40% nationwide, but starting initially in Columbus and Cleveland

Salary: $130-165k DOE plus 25% bonus



Position Overview
Lead and deliver complex mechanical construction projects from pre-bid through closeout, with a focus on HVAC and data center mechanical systems. The Senior Construction Project Manager - Mechanical will manage contract documents, schedules, procurement, vendors, field teams, and stakeholder communications to ensure projects meet quality, budget, safety, and schedule objectives.



Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of mechanical construction projects including pre-bid, mobilization, execution, commissioning, and closeout.
• Review, interpret, and administer contract documents; prepare and manage RFIs, construction bulletins, change orders, and submittals.
• Develop, maintain, and track project schedules and Schedule of Values; use schedule tools (Primavera, MS Project, or similar) to drive on-time delivery.
• Maintain and update Procurement Logs; coordinate material long-lead items, vendor deliveries, and equipment procurement to mitigate schedule risk.
• Lead vendor and subcontractor selection, negotiations, and relationship management; enforce contract compliance and performance expectations.
• Prepare and review construction bulletins, cost estimates, budget forecasts, and progress reports for owners and stakeholders.
• Implement and apply PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) methodology to improve construction processes, quality, and safety outcomes.
• Oversee HVAC system installations, mechanical piping, chilled water systems, CRAC/CRAH units, and other data center mechanical equipment.
• Coordinate with commissioning teams, MEP designers, and owners to validate system performance and ensure successful turnover.
• Manage project risk, site safety programs, QA/QC inspections, and regulatory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead site meetings, maintain clear communication with owners, design teams, clients, and internal stakeholders, and provide timely resolution to field issues.
• Review and approve contractor invoices, progress payments, and maintain accurate Schedule of Values and cost records.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in construction project management experience with a focus on mechanical systems.
• Prior experience in MEP construction focusing on HVAC systems, mechanical piping, or data center highly preferred.
• Proven experience managing contract documents, RFIs, construction bulletins, change orders, and procurement logs.
• Strong schedule management skills and experience with project scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project or similar).
• Excellent vendor relations, negotiation, and subcontractor management experience.
• Familiarity with Schedule of Values, cost control, forecasting, and budget management.
• Working knowledge of PDCA or continuous improvement methodologies and QA/QC practices.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to resolve conflicts and drive teams to meet objectives.
• Ability to travel to project sites as required and work in field environments.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with company match
• Paid vacation, sick time, and floating holidays
• Cell phone allowance
• Vehicle allowance
• Travel package
• For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 04/16/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

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