Project Manager (Cincinnati Metropolitan Area)

Position Overview

The Axel Group is seeking a Project Manager to support our clients specialized construction division. This role is for a specialized engineering and fabrication group delivering turnkey support system solutions for mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and equipment installations across commercial, healthcare, industrial, and data center markets.

This role will oversee projects throughout the region, coordinating engineering, fabrication, logistics, and customer communication from project award through completion. The ideal candidate brings strong construction project management experience, technical coordination ability, and a customer-focused mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously from kickoff through closeout, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget objectives are achieved.

• Serve as the point of contact for customers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.

• Coordinate with engineering, BIM/VDC teams, and fabrication shops to ensure accurate design and timely production.

• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, and project documentation for accuracy and constructability.

• Develop project schedules, track milestones, and proactively resolve risks or conflicts.

• Lead project meetings, progress updates, and status reporting to internal leadership and clients.

• Coordinate material procurement, fabrication timelines, and delivery logistics.

• Support change order management, cost tracking, and project financial performance.

• Conduct occasional site visits to support installation coordination, client meetings, and project milestones.

• Ensure projects meet safety standards, quality expectations, and contractual requirements.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in construction project management, preferably within MEP systems, structural supports, prefabrication, specialty contracting, or a related technical construction environment.

• Experience in construction project management, preferably within MEP, structural supports, prefabrication, or specialty contracting.

• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and coordination processes.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency with project management software and Microsoft Office tools.

• Ability to travel regionally for project support as needed.

Work Environment

• Collaborative team environment with engineering, operations, and sales teams.

• Opportunity to work on technically complex and high-profile construction projects across multiple industries.