Mechanical Project Manager

Mechanical Project Manager

Location: Eagle Mountain, UT (100% Onsite) Compensation: $105,000 - $135,000 annually, depending on experience, project scope, MEP expertise, leadership background, financial management experience, and overall qualifications Schedule: Approximately 50 hours per week

Overview

Our client is seeking a Mechanical Project Manager to support a large-scale hyperscale data center construction project in Eagle Mountain, Utah. This individual will oversee complex mechanical and MEP construction scopes exceeding $20M in value and play a key role in project execution, financial performance, client management, and team leadership. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization with a strong project pipeline and long-term career advancement potential within the mission-critical and industrial construction space.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage all aspects of project execution, including estimating, scope development, scheduling, safety, budgeting, and profitability.
- Lead multiple fast-track mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through completion.
- Oversee large-scale MEP scopes on industrial, mission-critical, and data center projects.
- Manage project financials, including forecasting, labor tracking, material costs, owner billings, and overall budget performance.
- Prepare, negotiate, and manage change orders, RFIs, and project controls.
- Coordinate with engineering, fabrication, manufacturing, field operations, subcontractors, and client stakeholders.
- Manage procurement activities, equipment buyouts, subcontract agreements, and material deliveries.
- Develop and maintain project schedules and execution strategies.
- Review construction drawings, technical specifications, and project documentation.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
- Participate in coordination meetings and BIM/model reviews.
- Mentor and develop Project Engineers and Project Coordinators.
- Ensure compliance with company safety standards and project-specific requirements.
- Support business development efforts and assist in securing future project opportunities.

Required Qualifications

- 1+ year of experience as a Project Manager overseeing MEP scopes on large-scale construction projects, OR
- 3+ years of experience as a Project Engineer ready to transition into a Project Manager role.
- Experience managing industrial construction projects with project values of at least $20M.
- Proven experience managing project financials, forecasting, owner billings, and cost controls.
- Strong technical knowledge of mechanical and MEP construction systems.
- Thorough understanding of mechanical installation sequencing and construction workflows.
- Experience leading, mentoring, or supervising Project Engineers and project team members.
- Proficiency managing change orders, RFIs, and project documentation.
- Working knowledge of HVAC and plumbing systems.
- Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work onsite in Eagle Mountain, Utah.

Nice to Have

- Data center, mission-critical, or large industrial construction experience.
- Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong client-facing and business development capabilities.

What Would Disqualify a Candidate?

- No industrial construction project experience.
- No MEP project management experience.
- No experience supporting projects valued at $20M or greater.
- No experience managing project budgets, forecasting, or owner billings.
- Limited understanding of mechanical installation sequencing.
- No experience leading or mentoring project team members.
- Inability to work onsite in Utah.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

- Work on a high-profile hyperscale data center project.
- Gain exposure to large-scale industrial and mission-critical construction projects.
- Strong opportunities for career growth and advancement.
- Opportunity to support future regional expansion initiatives.
- Collaborative environment with experienced construction and engineering professionals.
- Long-term project pipeline offering stability and continued opportunities.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package upon permanent hire.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Eagle Mountain, UT.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $105000.00 - $135000.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Eagle Mountain,UT.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2026. About Actalent

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