MEP Project Manager Job at Actalent, Rensselaer, NY

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  • Actalent
  • Rensselaer, NY

Job Description

Mechanical Project Manager

Large-Scale Mechanical Construction | Rensselaer, NY (Onsite)

Overview

We are hiring an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to take full ownership of large, complex mechanical construction projects from pre-construction through closeout. This role is critical to our continued growth and will have direct influence over project strategy, execution, and long-term client relationships.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage significant project budgets and schedules, and serve as the point of accountability ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards. This is an ideal opportunity for a proven mechanical construction leader looking for stability, scale, and long-term advancement within a well-established organization.

What You'll Be Responsible For

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of large-scale mechanical projects, from pre-construction planning through final closeout

  • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, forecasts, and execution strategies

  • Coordinate internal teams, subcontractors, vendors, and client stakeholders to ensure seamless execution

  • Partner closely with engineering, design, procurement, and construction teams

  • Oversee mechanical design and engineering efforts, ensuring compliance with safety, regulatory, and industry standards

  • Identify project risks early and implement effective mitigation strategies

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders

  • Review and approve change orders, RFIs, submittals, and project documentation

  • Monitor cost control, cash flow, forecasting, and contract performance

  • Report project performance, financial status, and key milestones to leadership

  • Resolve high-level project challenges and client concerns

  • Mentor and develop Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers

  • Represent the company in client meetings and industry engagements

  • Ensure strict adherence to safety, quality, and compliance requirements

What We're Looking For

  • 10+ years of project management experience, including 5+ years leading large-scale mechanical construction projects

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Project Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

  • Strong command of project management and scheduling platforms (MS Project, Procore, Primavera, or similar)

  • Proven ability to manage complex project financials, schedules, contracts, and teams

  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills

  • Deep understanding of safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance

Preferred Qualifications

  • Extensive experience with commercial and industrial mechanical systems (HVAC, piping, plumbing)

  • PMP or other relevant project management certifications

  • Demonstrated success managing long-duration, multi-stakeholder mechanical projects

Work Environment & Career Growth

This position is 100% onsite at our Rensselaer, NY office. You'll join a company with over 50 years of proven stability, a strong project pipeline, and a culture that actively promotes from within. Many of our leaders began in entry-level roles-this is an organization that invests in long-term careers, not just short-term projects.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Rensselaer, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance with company contribution, Life insurance, HSA contributions, 401(k) with company contribution, Profit sharing, and Paid Time Off (PTO)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Rensselaer,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 22, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

Job Tags

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