Project Lead @ RMR Mechanical

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RMR Mechanical is located in Cumming, GA - More details are found at RMR Mechanical

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Reports To: Director – High Purity and Passivation

FLSA Status: Exempt

We build with purpose—delivering superior, innovative construction solutions rooted in decades of proven expertise and driven by a shared passion for excellence. By fostering a culture of integrity, stewardship, and collaboration—both within our team and with our partners—we create lasting value, inspire trust, and lead transformative progress for our industry and communities.

As a Project Lead – High Purity & Passivation, you will be responsible for leading field operations, executing specialized chemical cleaning and passivation processes, and directing crews to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project delivery. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and the ability to operate in diverse industrial environments including data centers, pharmaceutical facilities, and food & beverage plants. The Project Lead serves as the on-site leader, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and client requirements while maintaining project schedules and documentation.

• →Lead and direct field crews of 2–6 technicians during project execution
• →Plan, coordinate, and execute chemical cleaning and passivation processes
• →Interpret and highlight P&IDs to establish proper system flow paths
• →Ensure proper chemical mixing and application per process documentation
• →Oversee safe handling and use of chemicals including citric acid and caustics
• →Enforce strict adherence to OSHA, cGMP, and company safety standards
• →Complete and review daily safety documentation, permits, and project reports
• →Coordinate mobilization, setup, operation, and demobilization of equipment
• →Load, transport, and manage equipment and materials to and from job sites
• →Operate company vehicles and equipment safely and responsibly
• →Maintain organized and compliant workspaces aligned with 5S/CEO standards
• →Train, mentor, and develop field technicians on processes and safety practices
• →Communicate project updates, issues, and progress with internal leadership
• →Ensure quality execution of work in accordance with client specifications
• →Adapt to varying job site conditions, schedules, and operational demands

• Strong technical knowledge of industrial cleaning, passivation, or similar processes
• Experience leading crews in industrial or field service environments
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and technical documentation
• Experience handling and mixing industrial chemicals safely
• OSHA 30 and Confined Space certifications preferred
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Ability to travel extensively (up to 80%)
• Ability to lift 25–50 and work in physically demanding environments
• Proficiency with laptops, mobile devices, and basic software tools
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Experience in industrial services, manufacturing, or construction environments preferred

• Ability to travel up to 80% to job sites across the S.
• Ability to work in industrial environments including confined spaces and active construction sites
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform hands-on work
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required
• Ability to operate in varying environmental conditions

• Strong leadership and team management skills in field environments
• Working knowledge of chemical processes, system flow, and industrial equipment
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in fast-paced job sites
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
• Effective communication skills with crews, leadership, and clients
• High attention to safety, quality, and compliance standards
• Adaptability to changing environments, schedules, and project requirements