Project Manager

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.