Job Description
Project Manager – Design-Build MEP & Building Infrastructure
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Lead Complex MEP, Mechanical & Building Infrastructure Projects
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Location: Denver, CO
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Work Arrangement: Hybrid/Flexible — work remotely when not attending office meetings or project site visits
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Travel: Local project site visits, generally a few times per month
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Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex design-build mechanical, MEP, energy, and building infrastructure projects throughout the Denver area.
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This is not traditional ground-up commercial construction. Projects focus on improving and modernizing existing commercial and institutional facilities through complex HVAC, mechanical, utility, controls, energy-efficiency, and infrastructure upgrades.
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Why Join?
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- $120,000–$150,000 base salary depending on experience
- Up to 20% annual performance bonus
- Lead projects typically ranging from $2M–$10M+
- Work alongside in-house engineering and design teams in a true design-build environment
- Manage technically sophisticated projects involving mechanical systems, utilities, controls, and building infrastructure
- Strong backlog and continued company growth
- Clear path to Senior Project Manager and future leadership opportunities
- High-autonomy environment with minimal micromanagement
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The Projects: Projects typically range from $2M–$10M+ and focus on complex improvements to existing commercial and institutional facilities.
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Projects may include:
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- HVAC and mechanical system retrofits and modernization
- Chiller and boiler upgrades
- Hydronic and building utility systems
- Central utility and infrastructure improvements
- Building automation, controls, and smart building systems
- Energy-efficiency and building performance upgrades
- Water system improvements
- LED lighting and electrical energy upgrades
- Renewable energy and decarbonization projects
- CHP/cogeneration systems
- Capital improvement projects
- Phased work within occupied or operational facilities
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What You'll Do
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- Manage design-build projects from preconstruction and estimating through completion
- Develop conceptual estimates, budgets, schedules, and execution plans
- Coordinate closely with in-house engineers and designers
- Manage subcontractors, vendors, clients, and project stakeholders
- Oversee project financial performance, scheduling, procurement, and documentation
- Manage change orders and identify project risks proactively
- Coordinate work within existing and occupied facilities
- Maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle
- Support startup, commissioning, and final project closeout
- Drive projects from kickoff through successful completion
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What We're Looking For
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- 5+ years of Project Management experience in commercial construction, MEP, mechanical, HVAC, or design-build environments
- Experience managing projects from preconstruction through completion
- Experience managing projects in the $2M–$10M+ range
- Strong understanding of construction budgets, schedules, contracts, and subcontractor management
- Some preconstruction/estimating experience
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Self-driven and comfortable working independently in a highly autonomous environment
- Comfortable coordinating technically complex construction projects
- Must be able to travel locally to project sites as needed
- Must live within approximately 1 hour of Denver
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Benefits
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- Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical (80% employer paid) starting Day 1
- Dental & Vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Unlimited PTO
- 12 Paid Holidays
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If you're an experienced MEP, mechanical, HVAC, design-build, or technically focused Project Manager looking to move into a highly autonomous role where you can lead complex $2M–$10M+ infrastructure and retrofit projects without being tied to a job trailer every day, I'd love to connect.
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Apply today to learn more about this confidential opportunity