Mission Critical Senior Project Manager - Mechanical Construction

Horwitz•New Hope, MN

4d•$150,000 - $200,000

About The Position

At Horwitz, the Mission Critical Senior Project Manager – Mechanical leads large-scale, complex mechanical construction projects in mission-critical environments, including data centers, semiconductor facilities, and other high-tech facilities. The role oversees project execution from preconstruction through commissioning and closeout, with accountability for financial performance, schedule adherence, and coordination of complex mechanical systems. It leads collaboration across project teams, builds customer relationships, and upholds Horwitz’s core values: Safe, Accountable, Professional, Motivated, Can Do, and Curious. Horwitz describes itself as a company with over 100 years of experience in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services. It emphasizes a supportive and innovative workplace, employee growth through training and mentorship, and opportunities for advancement.

Requirements

Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, process piping, plumbing, hydronic systems, and complex mechanical infrastructure.
Proven ability to manage large-scale mechanical construction projects with accountability for budgets, schedules, and profitability.
Strong understanding of construction contracts, procurement, scheduling, cost forecasting, and risk management.
Experience managing labor productivity, change orders, subcontractor performance, and project financials.
Ability to lead and mentor project teams while collaborating effectively with field leadership, engineering, and trade partners.
Excellent communication, negotiation, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to anticipate project challenges, develop solutions, and maintain strong customer relationships.
A 2-year technical associate degree or higher.
Significant project management experience in commercial or industrial mechanical construction.
Direct experience managing mission-critical construction projects, including hyperscale data centers, semiconductor facilities, or other high-tech environments.
Experience with chilled water systems, cooling systems, equipment plants, and process piping.
Experience managing accelerated project schedules, phased turnover, and complex commissioning processes.
Familiarity with mechanical prefabrication, BIM coordination, and design-assist or design-build construction.
Experience managing large mechanical construction budgets and complex subcontractor scopes.
Proficiency with Procore, Microsoft Project, COINS, Rivet, or similar project management platforms.
Experience mentoring Project Managers and Project Engineers.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for jobsite travel.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, management, and execution of large-scale mission-critical mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
Develop and maintain project schedules, staffing plans, labor forecasts, and execution strategies.
Collaborate with field leadership on weekly work plans, look-ahead schedules, pull planning, and project coordination.
Oversee mechanical systems, equipment procurement, subcontractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.
Drive design, BIM coordination, and prefabrication processes to improve productivity and project efficiency.
Manage project budgets, cost forecasting, billing, cash flow, and profitability; identify financial risks and opportunities.
Lead monthly forecasting and work-in-progress (WIP) reviews, monitoring labor productivity, project costs, and subcontractor performance.
Review and negotiate contracts, manage change orders, and address financial, operational, and scheduling risks.
Partner with Preconstruction on estimating, pricing strategies, value engineering, and project alternatives.
Lead and mentor Project Managers, Project Engineers, and project teams through coaching, collaboration, and accountability.
Coordinate mechanical startup, testing, commissioning, and project closeout to meet project requirements and customer expectations.
Build and maintain relationships with owners, general contractors, and industry partners, and identify opportunities for future business.
Uphold Horwitz’s professional standards, safety expectations, and commitment to continuous improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Conduct yourself in accordance with Horwitz core values: Safe, Accountable, Professional, Motivated, Can Do, and Curious.
Get better every day.