Our client, a national leader in specialty contracting and mechanical insulation services, is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support and grow its Oil & Gas Mechanical Insulation Division across the United States.
This is a unique opportunity to step into an established mechanical insulation business serving the Oil & Gas industry, working alongside a long-tenured industry leader as part of a planned succession. You'll take ownership of an established customer portfolio and manage projects from estimating and proposal development through execution, billing, and closeout, while building relationships and helping expand the division's presence within the industry.
This role combines estimating, project management, customer relationship management, and financial oversight for mechanical insulation projects serving refineries, compressor stations, pipelines, and other industrial Oil & Gas facilities. You'll serve as a primary point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle, developing estimates and proposals, coordinating with field and office teams, managing schedules and project financials, handling change orders, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, profitably, and according to customer expectations.
The ideal candidate has a background in mechanical insulation within industrial construction, particularly supporting Oil & Gas, petrochemical, refinery, pipeline, power generation, or similar process industries. They understand how to estimate and manage mechanical insulation projects, build lasting customer relationships, and are comfortable taking ownership of projects from pursuit through completion. This is a strong fit for someone who wants to step into an established book of business with the opportunity to build long-term customer relationships and grow with the division over time.
If you're looking for the opportunity to take ownership of an established customer portfolio, manage meaningful Oil & Gas mechanical insulation projects, and play a key role in the continued growth of a respected national contractor, we encourage you to apply!
Key Responsibilities - Manage and grow an established portfolio of Oil & Gas Mechanical Insulation customers
- Develop and maintain relationships with refinery, pipeline, compressor station, and other industrial customers requiring mechanical insulation services
- Identify project opportunities and develop strategies to secure profitable work
- Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents
- Perform quantity takeoffs and develop estimates for mechanical insulation projects
- Prepare proposals, pricing, budgets, and bid submissions
- Present proposals, negotiate projects, and follow up with customers throughout the sales process
- Manage projects from award through completion, coordinating with field superintendents, foremen, office support staff, and customers
- Oversee project financials, including labor productivity, budgets, forecasting, billing, change orders, and project closeout
- Prepare and manage project schedules, cost controls, and other job-related documentation
- Work closely with field, estimating, and corporate resources to ensure successful project execution
- Maintain consistent communication with customers regarding project progress, schedules, changes, and potential impacts
- Identify opportunities for repeat business and continued growth within assigned customer accounts
- Support the continued implementation and use of technology and estimating tools
Requirements - 5+ years of experience in mechanical insulation within industrial construction
- Experience estimating, bidding, and managing mechanical insulation projects from pursuit through completion
- Strong understanding of industrial construction, particularly within Oil & Gas, refinery, pipeline, compressor station, petrochemical, power generation, or similar environments
- Must have advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, spreadsheets, and data management
- Proven ability to build and maintain long-term customer relationships
- Experience overseeing project financials, including budgets, labor productivity, forecasting, billing, and change orders
- Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and estimating practices
- Experience with MIKE Estimating Software is preferred
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills
- Willingness to travel nationally to support customers, project sites, and business development activities
Compensation: Competitive base salary + performance-based incentive plan
Benefits: Vehicle allowance + mileage reimbursement, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with company match, Life & AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and PTO.
Location: Candidates may reside anywhere in the United States within reasonable proximity to operating location.
- Arizona (Phoenix)
- California (Los Angeles)
- Idaho (Boise)
- Indiana (Indianapolis)
- Maine (Wells)
- Massachusetts (Boston)
- Michigan (Midland)
- Missouri (Kansas City, St. Louis)
- Montana (Billings)
- Nebraska (Omaha)
- Nevada (Elko)
- New Jersey (Sayreville)
- New York (New York City, Albany)
- Ohio (Toledo, Columbus, Cincinnati, Marietta)
- Oregon (Portland)
- Pennsylvania (Lancaster, Quarryville, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh)
- Utah (Salt Lake City)
- Washington (Seattle, Pasco)
Territory: Nationwide (United States)
Schedule: Travel to customer sites and project locations
Travel: Approximately 20-30%, majority in office
If this sounds like your profile, please apply and one of our recruiters will connect with you!
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