JOB DESCRIPTION: PROJECT MANAGER
Position Status: Full-Time, Salaried, and At Will.
Position Responsibilities:
The Project Manager is responsible for leading projects through all phases of design and construction, ensuring successful delivery of high-quality engineering solutions for data centers, commercial buildings, industrial facilities, and mission-critical environments. This role oversees project scope, schedule, budget, contracts, and multidisciplinary coordination across mechanical, electrical, and low-voltage systems. The Project Manager acts as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and construction partners, ensuring alignment, communication, and excellence throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Management & Leadership
- Lead and manage projects from concept through closeout, including planning, design, permitting, bidding, and construction.
- Establish project scope, schedule, and budget (fees), ensuring alignment with client expectations and contractual requirements.
- Facilitate project kick-off, design reviews, and coordination meetings with internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Manage project documentation, deliverables, and communication across all phases.
- Oversee the performance of engineers, designers, and subconsultants to ensure quality and timely execution.
Design & Technical Oversight
- Provide oversight and guidance on mechanical, electrical, and low-voltage design deliverables.
- Review and approve drawings, specifications, calculations, and reports for technical accuracy and constructability.
- Coordinate with discipline leads to ensure integration of MEP and telecom/technology systems in accordance with project requirements.
- Support value engineering, design optimization, and system selection recommendations.
Construction Administration
- Respond to contractor Requests for Information (RFIs) and review submittals, shop drawings, and product data.
- Manage change orders, clarifications, and construction-phase modifications.
- Conduct site visits for inspections, punch lists, progress evaluations, and quality control reviews.
- Ensure construction aligns with approved plans, specifications, codes, and standards.
Scheduling & Estimating
- Develop and maintain project schedules using internal tools and client-driven milestones.
- Assist in estimating project costs and evaluating contractor bids during procurement.
- Review and negotiate contractor proposals and change order requests.
Contract Management
- Prepare, review, and manage contracts, amendments, and fee proposals.
- Ensure compliance with contractual terms, deliverables, and insurance/permit requirements.
- Monitor project financial performance, including earned value, billing status, and profitability.
Quality Control (QC)
- Implement and enforce quality standards across all design and construction documents.
- Lead internal QC reviews and ensure adherence to company processes and industry best practices.
- Drive continuous improvement efforts in technical workflows and project delivery methods.
Client & Stakeholder Communication
- Serve as primary liaison between clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams.
- Lead regular progress meetings and prepare meeting minutes, action items, and follow-up tasks.
- Build strong client relationships and support business development by identifying future opportunities.
Permitting & Approvals
- Oversee coordination with AHJs, utility providers, and state/local permitting agencies.
- Ensure timely submission of documents and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Job Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
- 5–15+ years of experience managing MEP or mission-critical projects.
- Demonstrated experience with project management across design and construction phases.
- Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and low-voltage building systems.
- Experience with RFIs, submittals, change orders, permitting, specifications, cost estimating, and bid evaluation.
- Ability to lead teams, run meetings, manage schedules, and drive coordination.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- PE licensure or PMP certification.
- Experience with data centers, mission-critical facilities, and complex MEP infrastructure.
- Proficiency with project management software (MS Project, Bluebeam, Procore, etc.).
- Experience working in consulting engineering or construction management firms.
Work Environment
- Hybrid office/field work, depending on project needs.
- Occasional travel to client sites and construction sites.
- Ability to conduct site walks, review installations, and attend coordination meetings.