Construction Project Manager – MEP / Mission Critical
Location: La Porte, Indiana
Salary: Up to $150,000 Base + Performance Bonus
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Opportunity
We are partnering with a well-established construction contractor seeking an experienced Project Manager for upcoming large-scale projects in Northern Indiana.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in commercial or industrial construction who has experience managing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) scopes.
Candidates coming from general contractors or mechanical/MEP subcontractors are encouraged to apply.
The company offers long-term stability, a strong project backlog, competitive compensation, and opportunities for continued career growth.
Responsibilities
- Manage construction projects from planning and preconstruction through completion.
- Oversee project schedules, budgets, forecasting, and overall execution.
- Coordinate mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other construction trades.
- Work closely with superintendents, subcontractors, vendors, engineers, and clients.
- Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, and project documentation.
- Monitor project progress, costs, schedules, and quality standards.
- Lead project meetings and maintain strong relationships with customers and project teams.
- Identify potential project challenges and proactively develop solutions.
- Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
Qualifications
- Experience as a Project Manager in commercial, industrial, or large-scale construction.
- Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) construction.
- Experience working for a general contractor or mechanical/MEP subcontractor.
- Ability to manage multiple trades, schedules, budgets, and subcontractors.
- Experience with RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project financials.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Mission-critical, data center, healthcare, manufacturing, or other complex construction experience is a plus.
- Experience coordinating large mechanical and electrical scopes is highly desirable.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary up to $150,000, depending on experience
- Performance-based bonus
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off and holidays
- Life insurance and additional company benefits
- Per diem or travel assistance when applicable
- Long-term project opportunities and career advancement
Why Consider This Opportunity?
You'll have the opportunity to work on complex, large-scale construction projects with an established contractor that continues to grow its presence in the mission-critical and industrial construction markets.
If you're a Project Manager with strong MEP experience looking for your next opportunity in Northern Indiana, we'd love to connect.
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