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Traveling Project Manager in Dayton

Date Posted: 23 July 2026

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Job Description

Traveling Mechanical Project Manager

Lead Complex Projects Across the U.S.

Are you a Mechanical Project Manager who thrives on challenging commercial and industrial projects? If you're looking for the opportunity to lead large-scale work, travel nationwide, and accelerate your career with a growing mechanical contractor, we'd love to speak with you.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys taking ownership of projects from preconstruction through closeout while working alongside a talented team of engineers, VDC professionals, superintendents, and field leaders.

What You'll Do

  • Lead commercial and industrial mechanical construction projects from award through final completion.
  • Manage project schedules, budgets, procurement, subcontractors, labor, and project financials to ensure successful delivery.
  • Coordinate daily with engineering, VDC/BIM, field leadership, customers, vendors, and subcontractors to keep projects on schedule.
  • Review drawings, specifications, contracts, shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and change orders while ensuring project documentation remains accurate.
  • Order equipment and materials, issue purchase orders and subcontracts, and oversee project buyout activities.
  • Manage fabrication work packages, material takeoffs, production schedules, and fabrication budgets.
  • Identify project risks early and proactively develop solutions to keep projects moving safely and efficiently.
  • Partner closely with the Safety Department to ensure all work is completed in compliance with company policies and OSHA standards.
  • Build strong client relationships through excellent communication, problem-solving, and consistent project execution.
  • Lead project closeout activities, including commissioning support, punch lists, turnover documentation, and final billing.

What We're Looking For

  • 1-3+ years of experience managing commercial or industrial mechanical construction projects.
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent industry experience.
  • Strong understanding of HVAC, piping, process piping, mechanical systems, and construction practices.
  • Experience reviewing construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and project schedules.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Project or Primavera P6.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
  • Self-motivated professional who takes ownership, solves problems, and enjoys leading teams.

Travel Schedule

This is a traveling position supporting projects throughout the United States.

  • Travel to project sites nationwide.
  • Work approximately six 10-hour shifts per week while assigned to a project.
  • Return home every 3-4 weeks for 2-3 days.
  • Company travel package provided.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
  • Travel incentives and per diem package.
  • Annual performance bonus opportunities.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) with company contributions.
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Gym membership reimbursement.
  • Long-term career growth with a company that promotes from within.

Ready to Build Something Bigger?

If you're looking for an opportunity to manage high-profile mechanical construction projects while advancing your career with a growing organization, apply today or reach out for a confidential conversation.

For additional information on this opportunity, please contact Jamie Tomczyk directly at (605) 705-2896. Resumes may be confidentially sent to jamie.tomczyk@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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