Capital projects in industrial facilities demand more than just construction execution — they require integration with live plant operations, coordination of multiple craft disciplines, and the engineering rigor to deliver on schedule, on budget, and with no impact to adjacent production systems. MAC Industrial Services delivers full-lifecycle capital project services with dedicated construction management, self-performed craft labor, and hands-on project leadership from concept through commissioning.
Our capital project capability spans new equipment installation, structural steel erection, mechanical systems installation, and precision equipment setting and alignment. MAC project managers are experienced in managing concurrent scopes, phased construction in operating facilities, and the complexity that comes with multi-discipline integration. We develop detailed project schedules with hold points, quality inspection gates, and client handoff milestones built in from day one.
Unlike large EPC contractors who layer subcontractors under administrative overhead, MAC self-performs the core craft work — delivering faster mobilization, direct quality control, and clear accountability. Our clients consistently cite schedule performance and direct access to decision-makers as the factors that differentiate MAC from larger competitors on capital project delivery.
Service Scope
Key Capabilities
- Full-lifecycle capital project delivery
- Dedicated construction management and project supervision
- Self-performed craft labor — no subcontractor layers
- Structural steel erection and heavy equipment setting
- Mechanical installation and system tie-ins
- Precision alignment and commissioning support
- Schedule development, milestone tracking, and reporting
Frequently Asked Questions
How does MAC manage capital projects in live operating facilities?
We begin every live-plant capital project with a detailed work-area hazard assessment and interface plan that defines the boundary between construction zones and operating systems. Our project managers work with client operations staff to sequence work around production requirements and establish clear lockout/tagout boundaries before any field work begins.
Does MAC provide its own construction management, or do you execute to a client PM?
Both models work. MAC can provide a full construction management team including PM, site superintendent, and QC inspector — or we can provide craft-only execution under a client-led project structure. Most clients prefer the MAC-managed model because it consolidates accountability and reduces the client coordination burden.
What size capital projects does MAC typically handle?
MAC has delivered capital projects ranging from single-equipment replacements (a few hundred thousand dollars) to multi-discipline plant construction projects exceeding $10 million in craft labor. Our project management systems scale accordingly, and we staff each project to match scope complexity.
Can MAC support equipment procurement and logistics?
While MAC is primarily a services company, we work closely with client procurement teams and equipment vendors to plan and execute heavy lifts, equipment receiving, and pre-installation inspection. We can coordinate rigging and crane services as part of an integrated project scope.
Industry Applications
- New equipment installation in operating facilities
- Plant expansions and capacity upgrade projects
- Structural steel and platform construction
- Major equipment replacement (turbines, fans, pumps)
- Piping system installation and tie-ins
- Environmental compliance capital projects (FGD, SCR)
Applicable Standards
- AISC 360 – Specification for Structural Steel Buildings
- AWS D1.1 – Structural Welding Code
- ASME B31.1/B31.3 – Power and Process Piping
- OSHA 29 CFR 1926 – Construction Safety Standards
- API RP 686 – Machinery Installation and Installation Design
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