Project Manager - Mission Critical Projects (HVAC, Construction)

Project Manager or Senior Project Manager - Mission Critical ConstructionLocation: Virginia (future opportunity, exact location TBD)Industry: Mechanical Contracting & ConstructionEmployment Type: Full-timeSalary Range: $120,000-$150,000+ (DOE)Lead fast-paced HVAC projects in critical infrastructure environments.A leading mechanical contractor is hiring Project Managers and Senior Project Managers with experience managing large-scale mechanical scopes-particularly HVAC-in mission critical environments such as data centers, high-tech campuses, or advanced manufacturing. These roles cover the full project lifecycle: estimating, procurement, contract and budget oversight, client coordination, and field execution. Project values typically range from $80M-$500M and are executed with speed-to-market delivery models in mind.What you'll do:Manage complex HVAC projects from pursuit to completion, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule alignmentCoordinate field efforts and subcontractors, including project-specific sequencing and staffingServe as the primary liaison between the client, trade partners, and internal teamsLead or support preconstruction efforts including GMP estimates, project budgeting, and subcontractor scope alignmentOversee change orders, pay applications, and project financialsMentor junior staff and support department growth initiativesWhat you bring:5+ years of experience managing large mechanical construction projects (HVAC, piping, or MEP scopes), ideally in mission critical settingsExperience with contracts in the $20M-$500M+ rangeFamiliarity with cost-reimbursable and GMP project modelsAbility to operate independently while managing internal coordination and client-facing responsibilitiesBackground in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field strongly preferredProficiency in tools like Bluebeam, MS Project, Excel, and platforms such as Smartsheet, JDE, IFS, or similarWhy this role:Join a growing, well-established mechanical contractor with a strong foothold in mission critical marketsLead fast-moving, high-profile projects with top-tier tech clientsWork alongside a collaborative team of builders with field-first valuesCompetitive salary and comprehensive benefits - PM and Sr. PM roles available depending on experienceThis is an exploratory opportunity for future projects in Virginia - we're starting early conversations with candidates who are either already based there or open to relocating as work ramps up in the regionImportant:We're looking for candidates with construction-side HVAC project management experience in mission critical or similarly fast-paced sectors. If your background is purely design or owner-rep, this may not be the right fit.How to apply:Apply here or reach out to start a confidential conversation. We're ready when you are.Let's Chat.