Job Description
Project Director - HVAC, Piping and Plumbing Construction (Data Centers) - Illinois
Gryphon Oakwood are currently working on a Project Director role to work on large scale mission critical new construction projects. For a leading mechanical contractor based in Chicago, Illinois, with a strong reputation in HVAC and refrigeration for commercial and industrial facilities (Data Centers, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and High Tech facilities).
Key Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership and strategic oversight for large-scale mission critical new construction projects.
- Direct project execution from preconstruction through commissioning, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, and budget objectives are met.
- Lead and mentor project teams, including Project Managers, Engineers, and Superintendents.
- Collaborate with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful delivery.
- Oversee contract administration, risk management, change management, and financial performance of projects.
- Ensure compliance with company standards, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements.
- Support business development efforts, including pursuit strategy, estimating input, and client relationship management.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
- 10+ years of experience delivering large-scale mechanical construction projects, with a strong focus on mission critical environments.
- Proven leadership experience managing multi-million-dollar projects and cross-functional teams.
- Extensive knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration, and mechanical systems for commercial and industrial facilities.
- Strong understanding of project controls, scheduling, budgeting, and contract management.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience working with leading mechanical contractors and mission critical clients preferred.
- Ability to travel to project sites as required.
Job Tags
Contract work, For contractors, For subcontractor,