Senior Mission Critical Construction Project Manager
Location: Ashburn, VA
Salary: $170,000–$215,000 base salary + long-term project stability
We are seeking a senior-level construction leader with strong experience overseeing large-scale mechanical and electrical coordination within highly technical construction environments. This role is heavily focused on execution, quality, commissioning coordination, and operational readiness across complex infrastructure systems.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys being deeply involved in field execution while partnering closely with engineering, operations, commissioning, and project leadership teams.
What You’ll Be Doing
This role will serve as a key technical construction leader focused on MEP coordination, commissioning execution, quality management, and operational integration.
Responsibilities include:
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Lead coordination and execution efforts across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and controls systems.
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Drive collaboration between field teams, subcontractors, engineers, commissioning teams, and operations stakeholders.
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Oversee MEP installation quality, system integration, and schedule alignment.
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Support technical reviews, including shop drawings, RFIs, submittals, and coordination models.
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Participate in BIM coordination and clash resolution workflows.
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Manage equipment delivery coordination, turnover planning, and commissioning readiness.
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Support commissioning execution, issue tracking, and operational turnover processes.
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Conduct field walkthroughs to verify installation quality and adherence to project standards.
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Assist with change management, schedule updates, and construction planning efforts.
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Help drive continuous improvement initiatives and lessons learned across the project lifecycle.
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Partner with project leadership to proactively identify and resolve field execution challenges.
Required Experience
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8+ years of experience supporting complex MEP construction projects, including proven experience supporting hyperscale data center projects.
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Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical infrastructure systems.
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Experience coordinating across multiple trades within large-scale construction environments.
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Ability to manage technical project documentation, coordination efforts, and execution workflows.
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Strong communication and leadership capabilities in fast-paced project environments.
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Experience supporting commissioning, startup, or turnover activities.
Preferred Experience
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Experience with BIM coordination tools such as Navisworks, BIM 360, Revit, or AutoCAD.
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Experience working with commissioning teams and operational turnover processes.
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Exposure to controls systems, automation, and integrated building systems.
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Experience supporting hyperscale or highly technical infrastructure programs.
About Innovar Group
Innovar Group is a team of experienced talent agents dedicated to providing top-notch recruitment services across the United States. We are committed to improving the recruiting experience by combining modern technology with exceptional human expertise.
At Innovar Group, we are committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. Our employment decisions are solely based on merit, and we do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity and expression), national origin, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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