Senior Construction Manager - Mechanical Systems

About the role

The Senior Project Manager – Mechanical Systems serves as the overall mechanical lead responsible for supervising the installation, commissioning, and turnover of critical mechanical systems within complex facility projects. The role oversees HVAC system installation and commissioning as well as process piping projects, ensuring systems are constructed, tested, and integrated according to design, quality, and operational requirements. Working closely with engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations teams, the Senior Project Manager coordinates contractors, resolves field issues, and ensures mechanical systems are delivered safely, on schedule, and ready for operational turnover.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall technical leadership for mechanical scope, guiding HVAC, process piping, and utility installations from construction through turnover.
• Maintain strong on-site engagement to supervise contractors, verify installation quality, and ensure mechanical systems are installed per design and specifications.
• Demonstrate deep understanding of HVAC systems, including air handling units, ductwork, cleanroom environments, and critical environmental controls.
• Oversee HVAC commissioning activities, ensuring systems are tested, balanced, and documented for reliable operation and successful project turnover.
• Carefully coordinate installation and integration of process piping systems, ensuring alignment with process equipment, utilities, and facility infrastructure.
• Ensure mechanical installations meet engineering standards, safety requirements, and regulatory expectations.
• Effectively coordinate mechanical work with electrical, controls, automation, and construction teams to prevent conflicts and delays.
• Quickly address installation challenges, design conflicts, and schedule risks while maintaining project momentum.
• Maintain clear reporting, documentation, and stakeholder communication throughout installation, commissioning, and turnover phases.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree (required)
• Key tasks and typical duties include:
• Provide overall technical leadership for mechanical scope, guiding HVAC, process piping, and utility installations from construction through turnover.
• Maintain strong on-site engagement to supervise contractors, verify installation quality, and ensure mechanical systems are installed per design and specifications.
• Demonstrate deep understanding of HVAC systems, including air handling units, ductwork, cleanroom environments, and critical environmental controls.
• Oversee HVAC commissioning activities, ensuring systems are tested, balanced, and documented for reliable operation and successful project turnover.
• Carefully coordinate installation and integration of process piping systems, ensuring alignment with process equipment, utilities, and facility infrastructure.
• Ensure mechanical installations meet engineering standards, safety requirements, and regulatory expectations.
• Effectively coordinate mechanical work with electrical, controls, automation, and construction teams to prevent conflicts and delays.
• Quickly address installation challenges, design conflicts, and schedule risks while maintaining project momentum.
• Maintain clear reporting, documentation, and stakeholder communication throughout installation, commissioning, and turnover phases.

Qualifications

• Proactive problem-solving abilities to anticipate and resolve issues.
• Communicate effectively with executives, clients, and team members; manage expectations and resolve conflicts diplomatically.
• Keen attention to detail for ensuring quality and compliance.
• Oversee complex project timelines, budgets, and resources while ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.
• A collaborative mindset to foster teamwork and communication.
• Identify potential issues early, mitigate risks, and adapt plans quickly when challenges arise.

Skills

• Strong leadership and technical expertise in mechanical systems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with project management software and tools.
• Knowledge of relevant codes and regulations.

Benefits

• Sick Leave: 5 Days (40 Hours)
• Vacation: 15 Days (120 Hours)
• Holidays: 11 Federal Holidays (88 Hours) observed in accordance with mcfa's Holiday Schedule
• mcfa way Bonus Program: Profit-share bonus following first full quarter worked, distributed at the end of each quarter if company targets are hit.
• Incoming Growth Units: 10 Growth Units allotment may increase over time.
• Healthcare & Insurance: Eligible to participate in mcfa’s family medical, dental, and vision coverage; plan access begins on the first day of employment. mcfa contributes up to 75% shared cost, not to exceed $700 per month.
• Company paid life insurance plan (up to $100,000 per employee).
• Company paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Retail: Eligible to participate in Company retirement plan (401k) on first day of employment with mcfa.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Please refer to the "mcfa way" Bonus Program for details on profit-sharing bonuses.

Schedule

Full-time/On-site position.