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Sr Project Manager - Mechanical

Highland Consulting Group
Richmond, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/19/2026

Sr. Mechanical Project Manager - Data Center

About Us:

Highland Consulting Group is a national executive search firm specializing in recruiting top-tier construction talent. With over 75 years of industry experience, we pride ourselves on placing the right professionals in the right roles for our clients, ensuring long-term success for both candidates and employers.

Position Overview:

We are working with a large regional Mechanical Contractor in the Richmond, VA area to find an experienced Sr. Mechanical Project Manager with expertise in mechanical piping, plumbing, and HVAC projects. Specifically we are looking for the management of Data Center projects. This position offers the opportunity to work on large, high-profile projects valued over $85 million. If you're motivated by challenging projects and desire substantial rewards for your efforts, this is an ideal opportunity for you. Our client is renowned for their professionalism, excellent reputation, and innovative use of technology. They manage large-scale projects and offer strong support and competitive compensation for their teams.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and manage all phases of assigned projects from award to completion.
  • Coordinate with project schedulers to ensure project timelines are met.
  • Estimate and negotiate change orders, maintaining accurate change order logs.
  • Manage project budgets, approving expenses and ensuring adherence to financial plans.
  • Administer project contracts and subcontracts.
  • Oversee the buyout process for subcontracts and equipment procurement.
  • Maintain communication with project owners, ensuring alignment on goals and expectations.
  • Ensure accurate and complete project records and manage close-out documentation.
  • Conduct punch-list inspections in coordination with the superintendent and owner's representative, and issue punch lists to relevant subcontractors.
  • Foster relationships with past clients to secure repeat business.

Qualifications:

  • A minimum of 10 years' experience as a Mechanical Project Manager on commercial, institutional, or government projects with budgets over $20 million.
  • Proven track record of successfully managing project teams, with a strong grasp of project controls and financial management.
  • Ability to establish and adhere to project timelines and budgets.
  • Experience with change order estimation and negotiation.
  • Excellent multitasking skills, with the ability to lead and facilitate productive, cross-disciplinary meetings.
  • Demonstrated career stability with a history of successful project management.

Benefits:

Our client is deeply committed to the well-being of their employees and their families. This commitment is reflected in an attractive compensation package, which includes:

  • Competitive salary and generous bonuses
  • 401(k) contributions and profit sharing
  • Comprehensive family healthcare
  • Car allowance
  • Relocation Assistance

Contact Us:

If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply for the position. For further information, feel free to contact me directly.


David O'Connor

Highland Consulting Group

724-837-6336



DTO1692

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