Traveling Project Manager - Data Center

MEP Project Manager

Our client is a national leader in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contracting, recognized for delivering complex building-systems projects across mission-critical, healthcare, life sciences, industrial, and high-security environments. With more than 75 years of continuous operation and over $1B in annual revenue, they are one of the most established and technically advanced specialty contractors in the country.

Known for their design-forward project approach, this organization integrates engineering, prefabrication, construction, and commissioning under one coordinated delivery model. Their teams are deeply experienced in building highly technical facilities requiring advanced mechanical and electrical integration.

Culturally, the business is collaborative, grounded, and people-focused, offering a stable environment with strong mentorship, professional development, and clear long-term progression pathways. Their consistent growth and national footprint create significant opportunities for technical and career advancement.

Job Description

As the MEP Project Manager, reporting to the Operations Leadership team, you will oversee full-cycle delivery of complex building systems projects while driving budget, schedule, safety, and client satisfaction. Responsibilities include:

• Managing large-scale MEP project scopes exceeding $20M
• Leading project planning, scheduling, forecasting, and financial controls
• Coordinating multidisciplinary design, engineering, and field execution teams
• Overseeing subcontractor performance and ensuring quality and compliance
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle
• Providing mentorship and leadership to project engineers and support staff
• Supporting integrated project delivery and front-end design coordination

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

For the MEP Project Manager role we are seeking:

• A technical degree in engineering, construction management, or similar
• Experience delivering major MEP projects ($20M+ scope)
• Strong financial acumen including budgets, forecasting, reporting, and cost controls
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor teams and manage clients
• Background in MEP-focused general contracting or specialty subcontracting
• Experience in design-heavy project environments or integrated project delivery
• Bonus: Business development or client-facing exposure
• Not suitable: Candidates coming from an Owner's Representative background

What's on Offer

• Competitive Salary - Between $132,700 to $158,200
• Robust Annual Bonus Structure
• Benefits Package includes: Health, Medical, Dental, and Vision
• PTO
• 401K Match
• Career growth Opportunity within company

Job summary:

Sector: Construction

Sub Sector: Site Manager

Industry: Property

Where: Port Aransas

Contract Type: Permanent

Consultant name: Samuel Stewart

Job Reference: JN-082026-7078188