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Senior Project Manager

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing
Ames, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/7/2026
Job Description

Senior Project Manager

Commercial & Industrial Mechanical Construction

Build the Next Phase of Your Career

Our client, a well-established commercial and industrial mechanical contractor, is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee complex mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.

This is an opportunity to join a respected contractor with decades of success delivering HVAC, piping, plumbing, and industrial mechanical systems. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy leading teams, and have a proven track record managing multimillion-dollar construction projects, we'd like to connect with you.

What You'll Do

  • Lead commercial and industrial mechanical construction projects from award through final completion.
  • Serve as the Bid Captain during estimating, turnover, and project startup.
  • Participate in estimate reviews and provide constructability recommendations.
  • Identify prefabrication opportunities and project efficiencies.
  • Lead internal bid review meetings to ensure complete and accurate project estimates.
  • Develop and execute project plans for both office and field operations.
  • Prepare contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and project documentation.
  • Manage project schedules, schedule of values, budgets, and financial performance.
  • Coordinate preconstruction planning and participate in project meetings.
  • Prepare and negotiate change orders.
  • Review shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and project documentation.
  • Prepare monthly owner pay applications and manage project billings.
  • Monitor project costs, collections, retainage, and profitability.
  • Select and manage subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.
  • Review and approve invoices for labor, materials, and subcontractors.
  • Coordinate manpower, equipment, and procurement activities.
  • Oversee project quality control and ensure compliance with project specifications.
  • Promote and enforce OSHA and company safety standards.
  • Mentor Assistant Project Managers and support project team development.

What You Bring

  • 8-10 years of Project Management experience in commercial or industrial construction.
  • Experience managing mechanical construction projects involving HVAC, piping, plumbing, or industrial systems.
  • Strong understanding of project scheduling, estimating, budgeting, procurement, and contract administration.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
  • Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management software.
  • Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
  • Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
  • Experience with Design-Build mechanical construction projects.

Why You'll Want This Opportunity

  • Join an established contractor with a strong backlog of commercial and industrial work.
  • Lead impactful, high-profile mechanical construction projects.
  • Work alongside experienced construction professionals in a collaborative environment.
  • Long-term career advancement opportunities.
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Our client offers an excellent benefits package that includes:

  • Competitive salary
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Life Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Safety Boot Reimbursement

Work Environment

This position is primarily office-based with regular visits to active commercial and industrial construction sites.

Candidates should be comfortable working in varying environmental conditions, including exposure to noise, dust, moving equipment, and outdoor weather. The role requires standing, walking, climbing, bending, and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds while navigating active jobsites.

Apply Today

If you're an experienced Senior Project Manager with a background in commercial mechanical construction, HVAC, industrial construction, piping, plumbing, or design-build projects, we'd like to hear from you.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization that values leadership, safety, quality, and long-term career development.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. Employment eligibility will be verified at the time of hire.

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