Senior Project Manager

HEAPY

. Manage the full life cycle of MEP-focused design engineering, commissioning, energy optimization, and sustainability initiatives .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeLexington • Kentucky • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in MEP-focused design engineering, project management, and client relationship management, with a strong emphasis on financial sustainability and project success. Capable of leading project teams, ensuring compliance, and optimizing energy and sustainability initiatives.

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MEP-Focused Design EngineeringProject ManagementClient Relationship ManagementEnergy OptimizationSustainability Initiatives

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Hard Skills

Engineering CalculationsProject CostingBid PreparationRisk ManagementCode Compliance ReviewDesign OversightTechnical LeadershipProject SchedulingBudget ManagementResource Planning

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationClient EngagementContinuous ImprovementTeam Leadership

Tools & Technologies

CRM System

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Registration

Industry Keywords

Healthcare ProjectsProject Lifecycle ManagementClient ManagementConstruction ManagementRegulatory Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the full life cycle of MEP-focused design engineering, commissioning, energy optimization, and sustainability initiatives
Ensure project success through superior client experience, colleague engagement and collaboration, and financial sustainability
Communicate with clients and colleagues about project scope
Establish project guiding principles, schedules, costs, cash flow, quality, resource plans, and risk management
Manage medium- to large-sized healthcare projects with fees up to $500,000
Support client management and business development with new and existing clients
Serve as a mechanical leader and contribute to engineering calculations and designs
Participate in project costing and bid preparation
Define project scope, procedures, schedules, budgets, resource plans, communication plans, and billing milestones
Coordinate communication among HEAPY, clients, architects, and construction managers
Form project teams and assign responsibilities with Practice and Operations leadership
Submit documents for code compliance review and obtain required permits
Conduct project progress meetings and monitor contract compliance, regulations, schedules, costs, resources, equipment, materials, and quality
Manage progress billing submissions and obtain final client approvals
Lead client feedback and continuous-improvement activities
Maintain client relationships and report business development activities in the CRM system
Provide design oversight and technical leadership for managed projects
Travel to project sites in and around the region

Requirements

What you’ll need

Normally requires a 4-year degree in engineering
Typically 10–15 years of experience in MEP-focused design and project management, or equivalent working knowledge/experience
Professional registration preferred
Prior project engineering and project management responsibilities, preferably for education clients
Ability to remain sedentary at a desk for long periods while operating a keyboard and computer screen
Ability to communicate in person and by phone
Reliable transportation to and from projects
Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments and varying weather conditions
Ability to access all jobsite areas, including stairs, scaffolding, ladders, and elevation changes
Ability to work in kneeling, sitting, standing, squatting, and bending positions
Ability to move, transport, or position items weighing up to 25 lbs.
Ability to follow established protocols, practices, and safety guidelines
Ability to gather, organize, and evaluate project and calculation information

Benefits

Comp & perks

Premium medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k) with competitive contributions
10–15% annual bonus potential tied to company performance and contributions
Open PTO and paid sick time
Wellness Week during the final week of the year
Annual wellness benefit bonus
Annual professional development stipend
Collaborative, colleague-first culture
Flexible work environment