Assistant Mechanical Project Manager – Data Centers
Highland Consulting Group
Buffalo, NY · Posted November 6, 2026
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About the job
Location: Buffalo, WV
Category: Project/Program Management
Job Description
Assistant Project Manager – Mechanical – Data Centers
Highland Consulting Group is an executive construction recruiting firm that specializes in placing top talent nationally. We are recruiting individuals with construction management experience for this position as well as many others.
We are working with a Regional Mechanical Contractor in the Buffalo, WV area, that is recruiting for an experienced Assistant Project Manager. Do you have experience with commercial mechanical systems? We are recruiting top talent that knows & enjoys working with Piping, Plumbing, and Sheet Metal that wants to advance their career with a stable growing company. This is a great opportunity to learn from extremely talented & caring professionals that will help you have a direct path to Project Management. Our client utilizes cutting-edge technology, has the resources to support production and growth. Contact us today to be part of an organization.
We are recruiting successful candidates that preferably have a 5 years experience or more as an Assistant Project Manager working with Commercial or Industrial Mechanical projects.
Job responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Assist the Project Manager in managing and supervising all phases of assigned projects
Manage the submittal process
Respond to or create RFI’s as needed
Assist in negotiating all change orders and maintain change order logs
Work with the Project Manager to manage the project budget and approve all expenses
Interface with the Owner on all projects assigned
Assemble and maintain complete project records and close-out documents
Prepare and manage schedules
Work with the Project Manager to perform project punch-list inspection(s), in coordination with superintendent and the Owner’s Representative, and issue punch list to all relevant subcontractors
Estimate change orders
Contract administration
Assist in the Buyout of subcontracts & equipment
Job requirements
Solid communication skills – both verbal and written
Ability to establish timelines and budgets
Experience in cost estimation and negotiating
Ability to multi-task
Ability to lead productive, multi-discipline meetings
Solid, proven and verifiable record of career stability and project management success a must
Experience: 4 years experience as an Assistant Project Manager with large scale projects preferred
Benefits
This company cares about and is committed to the well being of its employees and their families. This commitment is reflected in a comprehensive benefit package provided to all employees that includes Healthcare, paid vacation, 401K matching contributions, Long term disability, life insurance, and paid training
If you have the qualifications listed above please take a moment to apply. Or, you may contact me directly.
David OConnor Sr Recruiter
724-837-6336
DTO1789
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