ARCO National Construction

Design-build general contractor for facilities

Mechanical Project Manager

Construction ManagementUpdated on Nov 10

Full-timeRichmond Heights, MO, USA

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is required.
Zero to three years of project management experience with a general contractor is preferred but not required.
Proficiency with construction and project management tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Project is preferred.
Ability to travel to project sites nationwide as needed.
Be responsive, communicative, detail-oriented, and comfortable taking ownership of project execution.

Responsibilities

Take ownership of mechanical scopes from post-design through construction and startup.
Review subcontractor bids and proposals to confirm scope completeness, identify gaps, and ensure alignment with project requirements.
Review mechanical submittals and shop drawings for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with contract documents.
Track equipment procurement, submittals, and fabrication status to ensure timely delivery.
Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to resolve issues and prevent schedule impacts.
Visit project sites as needed to verify installations align with design intent, plans, and company quality standards.
Manage requests for information, submittals, and change orders throughout the construction phase.
Coordinate with internal teams, field personnel, and project stakeholders to keep projects moving efficiently.
Participate in project meetings and provide clear updates on status, risks, and next steps for mechanical scopes.
Support field quality control and assist with inspections to ensure proper installation.
Assist with preconstruction and estimating efforts as needed; this is not a primary responsibility.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining organization, responsiveness, and attention to detail.

Desired Qualifications

The company offers an industry-leading performance-based bonus program.
Associates receive an employer-funded employee stock ownership plan (ESOP).
Associates receive a traditional and Roth 401(k).
Tuition reimbursement is available to associates.
Scholarships for associates’ children are available up to $28,000 per child.
After every five years of employment, associates receive a one-month paid sabbatical and $5,000 for travel.
Associates receive one week of paid volunteer leave each year and a 100% charitable match.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage is provided.
Associates receive three weeks of vacation.
The company provides 12 weeks of fully paid maternity leave.

About You:

We are looking for a Mechanical Project Manager to join our growing team in St. Louis (Richmond Heights). You will be responsible for taking ownership of mechanical scopes from post-design through construction and startup. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver who thrives in a collaborative environment and brings both technical knowledge and a practical mindset to each project.

A Day in the Life:

Take ownership of mechanical scopes from post-design through construction and startup
Review subcontractor bids and proposals to confirm scope completeness, identify gaps, and ensure alignment with project requirements
Review mechanical submittals and shop drawings for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with contract documents
Track equipment procurement, submittals, and fabrication status to ensure timely delivery
Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to resolve issues and prevent schedule impacts
Visit project sites as needed to verify installations align with design intent, plans, and company quality standards
Manage RFIs, submittals, and change orders throughout the construction phase
Coordinate with internal teams, field personnel, and project stakeholders keep projects moving efficiently
Participate in project meetings and provide clear updates on status, risks, and next steps for mechanical scopes
Support field quality control and assist with inspections to ensure proper installation
Assist with preconstruction and estimating efforts as needed (not a primary responsibility)
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strong organization, responsiveness, and attention to detail

Necessary Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field required
0-3 years project management experience with a general contractor preferred but not required
Highly responsive, communicative, detail-oriented, and comfortable taking ownership of project execution
Proficiency with construction/project management tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Project preferred
Ability to travel to project sites nationwide as needed

What We Can Offer You:

We are committed to taking care of our greatest asset – our team. Our best-in-class benefits and superior compensation are what set us apart from the competition and continue to attract top industry talent.

Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
100% employer-funded ESOP to all associates
Traditional and Roth 401k
Tuition reimbursement for associates
Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
1-week paid volunteer leave each year & 100% charitable match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
3 weeks of vacation
100% paid 12-week maternity leave

MAKE YOUR MOVE

We are proud to be one of the fastest-growing, privately-owned companies in America, celebrating over 30 years of experience as design-build experts. We have completed over 7,500 design-build projects nationwide. We ranked #9 on ENR’s Design-Build Firms list and #34 on ENR's Top 400 Contractors list of 2026. Most importantly, our clients like us, trust us, and want to do business with us. We are looking for people with the same enthusiasm, passion, and respect for the hard work that brought us to where we are today. Are you a person who can make a difference at ARCO? If the answer is “Yes!” we look forward to meeting you.

ARCO does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from ARCO’s Human Resources team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. ARCO will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes and for candidates who are sent directly to our hiring managers. Agencies must have a fully executed vendor agreement in place as well as written approval to submit candidates from an ARCO TA Manager for a specific position before submitting candidates.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

EOE, including disability/vets

About the Company

ARCO National Construction

Design-build general contractor for facilities

ARCO National Construction is a design-build general contractor that designs and builds facilities across the United States. Its work spans cold storage, warehousing and distribution centers, food and beverage plants, manufacturing facilities, multifamily and senior living communities, commercial properties, data centers, life sciences labs, and other buildings. The company uses a design-build approach, offering integrated design and construction services so projects move from concept to completion with a single team and a single point of responsibility. It differentiates itself through employee ownership, which aligns the interests of the team with client success, and by operating nationwide with a Pittsburgh regional office to handle regional needs, backed by experience on more than 7,500 projects. The goal is to deliver efficient, turnkey facility construction by combining design and construction into one streamlined process.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: St. Louis, MO
Founded: 1992

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