Location: Nashville, TN (local candidates preferred)
Compensation: Up to $160,000 base (depending on experience) + benefits
Position Type: Full-Time
A well-established and rapidly growing mechanical contractor is seeking a Project Director to take the lead on major commercial, institutional, and industrial mechanical projects in the Nashville market. This is a senior leadership role for someone who thrives on guiding complex projects, mentoring teams, and building lasting client relationships.
Direct and oversee multiple large-scale projects, ensuring budgets and financial goals are met.
Build strong relationships with owners, general contractors, vendors, and subcontractors.
Review and monitor schedules, work plans, and labor productivity to keep projects on track.
Lead, mentor, and develop project managers and support staff.
Partner with design and engineering teams to create clear project scopes and success plans.
Uphold all site safety and quality standards.
Provide guidance on estimating, change orders, and resource planning.
Contribute to company-wide planning, strategy, and growth initiatives.
8+ years of experience as a Project Manager in mechanical construction (HVAC, piping, plumbing preferred).
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
Strong technical and computer skills with construction software (Procore, Bluebeam, P6, Viewpoint, Autodesk, or similar).
Ability to prepare estimates, manage change orders, and build resource-loaded schedules.
Strong understanding of construction documents and project execution.
A leadership style focused on growth, accountability, and results.
This is more than just another leadership position — it’s a chance to step into a high-growth environment with a company that values ownership, collaboration, and long-term career development. With an employee stock ownership program (ESOP), strong benefits, and a reputation as one of the fastest-growing mechanical contractors in the U.S., this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
Discretionary Annual Bonus
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Contributions
Paid Time Off (Vacation & Sick Time)
Paid Company Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Gym Reimbursements
Send your resume to anna.boyd@gogpac.com or apply directly through this posting.
Relevant titles: Project Director, Senior Project Manager, HVAC Project Executive, MEP Project Director, Mechanical Construction Manager, Operations Manager
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.
