We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to lead commercial HVAC and mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through installation and final closeout. The ideal candidate has a strong background in commercial mechanical contracting, with hands-on responsibility for project budgets, schedules, field operations, subcontractors, and client relationships.
This role is suited for a results-driven professional who can manage multiple aspects of project execution, resolve field challenges, control costs, and deliver projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.
Responsibilities
- Manage commercial HVAC and mechanical construction projects from initial planning and estimating handoff through installation, commissioning, and closeout.
- Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, cost projections, and labor plans to ensure timely and profitable project delivery.
- Coordinate field personnel, subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to maintain productivity, quality, and jobsite safety.
- Review mechanical drawings, specifications, submittals, and equipment selections to identify potential issues and address scope discrepancies.
- Manage RFIs, change orders, procurement activities, and project documentation throughout the construction process.
- Monitor job costs, labor hours, material expenses, and subcontractor costs, taking corrective action when projects fall outside budget.
- Maintain communication with general contractors, owners, engineers, inspectors, and internal project teams.
- Coordinate permits, inspections, equipment deliveries, system startup, testing, and commissioning.
- Oversee punch lists, warranty documentation, project turnover, and final closeout activities.
Requirements
- 5+ years of project management experience in commercial HVAC, mechanical contracting, or commercial mechanical construction.
- Proven ability to independently manage commercial mechanical projects from preconstruction through completion.
- Strong understanding of commercial HVAC systems, mechanical installations, construction drawings, specifications, and field operations.
- Experience managing project budgets, job costing, scheduling, RFIs, change orders, and subcontractor performance.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications and resolve technical issues.
- Experience working directly with general contractors, owners, engineers, and inspectors on commercial construction projects.
- Proficiency with construction project management software, scheduling tools, and Microsoft Office.
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Direct commercial HVAC or mechanical contracting experience is required. Residential-only HVAC experience will not qualify.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Health insurance.
- Retirement plan options.
- Paid time off.
- Additional company-sponsored benefits.