Sr. Project Manager - MEP

Sr. Project Manager - MEPThe Senior Project Manager leads B&D's most complex, high-value construction projects from initiation through closeout. This role is accountable for total project success — customer satisfaction, safety, quality, schedule, and financial performance — while serving as a business manager for the company and an Area Manager in training.This position requires working knowledge across Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems, with the ability to coordinate trades, interpret multi-discipline drawings, and drive integrated execution in the field. The Senior Project Manager operates with a high degree of independent judgment, owning portfolio-level decisions across budgets, resources, contracts, and personnel. They stand in for the Area Manager when required, provide supervision and mentorship to direct reports, and serve as the senior point of contact for customers, general contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders.Success in this role demands initiative, competitive drive, sound business judgment, and the ability to stay focused on results despite changing field conditions. The Senior Project Manager is firm, goal-oriented, and motivational — building high-performing teams while protecting B&D's reputation as a premier specialty contractor.

Benefits include a robust 401(k) program with safe harbor and profit share (no match required), excellent health, dental, and vision insurance, flexible PTO, 8 paid holidays, and a collaborative and supportive culture.ResponsibilitiesRead and fully understand all contract language and implement it into project management practicesLead large-scale, multi-trade, or high-risk projects with significant budget, schedule, and stakeholder complexityManage multiple concurrent projects and prioritize resources across the portfolio to meet organizational goalsServe as the senior escalation point for complex project issues, disputes, and risk mitigation strategiesParticipate in customer partnership meetings and represent B&D as the senior project leaderAddress and drive scope, budgets, schedules, and performance requirements across all assigned projectsReview construction drawings and specifications to accurately determine impact on scope, budget, and scheduleManage customer-initiated change requests and enhance project design and construction qualityMonitor, build, and maintain the project schedule, ensuring trade sequencing supports field productivityMonitor, forecast, and manage all job costs to keep projections and WIP accurate; minimize project oversights through monthly reviews with the management teamNotify the customer and/or general contractor of any delays or scope changes within the contracted timeline and document all communication per company proceduresMaintain working knowledge of B&D QA Program, Safety Plan, Change Order Process Controls, and Implementing ProceduresMaintain working knowledge of BIM/VDC, 3D Construction, Trimble layout, and prefabrication — and ensure these tools are applied across the projectFully engage and ensure adherence to B&D's Prefabrication Policies and Procedures, leveraging the fab shop to maximize productivityCoordinate material and procurement efforts, optimizing labor, materials, and equipment useDevelop project plans that meet contractual requirements, satisfy the customer, and establish clear project objectivesApply contractual requirements to the PM Contract Review process and to scope, schedule, and budgetOptimize use of available funds and control the scope of work; contract modifications must be reviewed by Area Manager and Contracts departmentSelect project teams with the proper training, background, and skills to execute the workDevelop Project Engineers into Project Managers, and Project Managers into Senior Project Managers, building B&D's leadership pipelineProvide supervision and mentorship to all direct reports across assigned projectsIdentify, disposition, and track quality issues and open items requiring resolution before project completionIdentify, maintain, and track project files as objective evidence of compliance with contractual and administrative requirementsParticipate in Area/Company strategic planning and contribute to operational directionStand in for the Area Manager when required, providing supervision and support to all direct reportsPrepare clear, concise reports, correspondence, and executive-level communicationsConduct routine inspections and walk-down activities to remedy field issues and verify constructabilityVisit job sites regularly and maintain visible field leadershipPromote and enforce a positive safety culture across all disciplinesHandle difficult and sensitive situations using sound independent judgment within company policy and legal guidelinesApply all applicable laws, rules, ordinances, codes, and regulationsRepresent B&D's Mission, Vision, and Values at all timesPhysical demands include long hours sitting, computer use, standing, pulling/pushing, walking, lifting, and climbing; exposure to loud noise, dirt, and the elements is expected on job sitesJob requires intermediate computer proficiency and advanced critical thinking skillsOther duties, activities, and responsibilities may vary and change as assignedEducation and ExperienceMinimum of 7+ years of project management and/or trade-related experience requiredDemonstrated experience leading multi-discipline MEP projects preferredBachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or other relevant fieldAssociate's degree in Project Management acceptableState Journeyman License may substitute for the degreeRelevant work experience may substitute for the degree or certificateProject Management Certification (PMP, CCM, or equivalent) preferredLEED AP or master-level trade licenses are a plusOSHA 30 certification required