Project Manager - Assistant (Mechanical) - Data Centers

Assistant Project Manager (Mechanical) – Data Centers

Highland Consulting Group is an executive construction recruiting firm specializing in placing top construction talent nationwide.

We’re partnering with a regional mechanical contractor in Lima, OH that delivers large data center projects and is hiring an experienced Assistant Project Manager . If you enjoy commercial mechanical work— piping, plumbing, and HVAC —this is an opportunity to grow into full Project Management with mentorship from a highly skilled team. Our client invests in modern tools and technology and offers the resources and stability of a growing organization.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience as a Project Engineer or Assistant Project Manager supporting commercial or industrial mechanical projects (data center experience is a plus).

Paid Relocation or daily per diem

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Project Management team in planning, executing, and closing out assigned projects
• Own and track the submittal process from creation through approval
• Prepare and respond to RFIs as needed, coordinating with internal teams and external partners
• Assist with change order pricing, negotiation support, and maintenance of change order logs
• Partner with the Project Manager to track budget performance, forecast costs, and review/approve project expenses
• Serve as a point of contact with the Owner and stakeholders on assigned projects
• Maintain complete project documentation, including closeout and turnover materials
• Develop, update, and communicate project schedules
• Coordinate punch list inspections with the Superintendent and Owner’s Representative and issue punch lists to subcontractors
• Estimate and support pricing for change orders and scope revisions
• Support contract administration activities, including documentation and compliance tracking
• Assist with subcontract and equipment buyout activities

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build and manage project timelines and budgets
• Experience with cost estimating and negotiation
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Comfort leading productive, cross-functional meetings
• Demonstrated project performance with a consistent work history and strong references
• Experience: 5+ years as a Project Engineer or Assistant Project Manager on large-scale mechanical projects preferred

Benefits

Our client is committed to supporting employees and their families with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Healthcare coverage
• Paid vacation
• 401(k) with company match
• Long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Paid training and development

If you have the qualifications listed above please take a moment to apply. Or, you may contact me directly.

Managing Director

724-837-6336

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