Capital Project Manager- Mechanical

Louisiana State University; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State University is seeking a Capital Project Manager- Mechanical in the Planning, Design and Construction division. The role leads mechanical project delivery from initiation through closeout, coordinating with internal teams, consultants, and contractors to align with university goals and approved budgets.

The successful candidate will have a mechanical design background, familiarity with building codes and State Fire Marshall requirements, and experience using AutoCAD and MS Office

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 3 year mechanical design experience.
• Mechanical system design experience shall include HVAC, fire protection and plumbing.
• Experience with building construction codes and State Fire Marshall requirements in regard to mechanical design.
• Experience in AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple concurrent capital projects from initiation through closeout and warranty.
• Coordinate consultants, engineers, contractors, vendors, and university staff to ensure on-time delivery.
• Develop and monitor project budgets, funding coordination, procurement strategy, and schedules.
• Ensure compliance with plans, specifications, codes, and University Design Standards.

Skills

Mechanical design

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Licensure in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Capital Project Manager- Mechanical

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM FA - FPO - PDCM - CDC - Mechanical Engineering Design (Summer Matherne Martinez (00044949))

Work Location:

0100 Planning, Design and Construction

Pay Grade:

Professional

Job Description:

This position manages capital projects of moderate to high complexity for Planning, Design and Construction from project initiation through closeout with limited supervisory oversight. The Project Manager - Mechanical performs the full range of project coordination duties, serves as the University’s project management representative for assigned LSU-managed projects, and supports Facility Planning and Control project delivery activities. Responsibilities include project planning and programming; design and consultant coordination; budget development and oversight; funding, procurement, and schedule management; construction and contract administration; stakeholder engagement; occupancy, relocation, and FF&E implementation; regulatory coordination; and project closeout. The Project Manager coordinates with University departments, consultants, contractors, vendors, Purchasing, regulatory agencies, and Planning, Design and Construction leadership to deliver projects consistent with University goals, standards, policies, approved budgets, and schedules; represent the University’s interests throughout the project life cycle; and resolve project-related issues within delegated authority. In-state travel, including some overnight stays, may be required for projects at other LSU campus locations.

Job Duties :

35% - Project Management and Project Delivery

Independently manages multiple concurrent capital projects of moderate to high complexity from initiation through closeout and warranty, with primary responsibility for project execution and delivery. Establishes and maintains project scope, schedule, budget, funding coordination, procurement strategy, risk management, and overall delivery approach. Leads LSU-managed mechanical projects, supports Facility Planning and Control Project Managers, coordinates internal and external project teams, manages operational impacts and stakeholder expectations, and represents the University in resolving project issues consistent with University policy and delegated authority. Reviews project progress and proactively identifies and resolves issues affecting scope, cost, schedule, quality, or University operations.

25% - Consultant, Contractor, and Construction Administration Management

Manages consultants, engineers, contractors, vendors, and other external service providers throughout planning, design, procurement, construction, occupancy, closeout, and warranty. Serves as the University’s representative during construction and coordinates resolution of issues involving contractors, consultants, end users, and University departments. Monitors project progress, schedules, costs, delays, payment requests, change orders, submittals, field conditions, quality, and compliance with plans, specifications, applicable codes, and University Design Standards. Coordinates owner-provided and not-in-contract work, utility interruptions, contractor access, parking, staging, site logistics, and other implementation requirements necessary for successful project delivery.

20% -Planning, Stakeholder, Budget, Procurement, and FF&E Coordination:

Leads stakeholder and end-user coordination, including project programming, scope development, client communication, facility and space planning, occupancy planning, departmental relocations, and facilitation of planning and design discussions, with particular consideration of mechanical system requirements, operational impacts, utility needs, and coordination with Facilities. Develops and monitors project budgets, tracks commitments and expenditures, and coordinates designer contracting, consultant procurement, construction procurement, project-related purchasing, and applicable internal and external approvals. Oversees FF&E planning, budgeting, specification development, purchasing coordination, installation, signage, way finding, and other implementation activities as applicable, including coordination of mechanical, plumbing, utility, controls, and equipment requirements associated with owner-furnished or specialized equipment. Maintains communication throughout the project lifecycle to align project decisions with institutional goals, operational requirements, approved scope, budget, and schedule.

20%- Oversees FF&E planning, budgeting, specification development, purchasing coordination, installation, signage, way finding, and other implementation activities as applicable, including coordination of mechanical, plumbing, utility, controls, and equipment requirements associated with owner-furnished or specialized equipment. Maintains communication throughout the project lifecycle to align project decisions with institutional goals, operational requirements, approved scope, budget, and schedule. Oversees FF&E planning, budgeting, specification development, purchasing coordination, installation, signage, way finding, and other implementation activities as applicable, including coordination of mechanical, plumbing, utility, controls, and equipment requirements associated with owner-furnished or specialized equipment. Maintains communication throughout the project lifecycle to align project decisions with institutional goals, operational requirements, approved scope, budget, and schedule.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with 3 year mechanical design experience.

Mechanical system design experience shall include HVAC fire protection and plumbing. Applicants shall be experienced with building construction codes and State Fire Marshall requirements in regard to mechanical design. Experience in Autocad, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply- a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.

Minimum Licenses

Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.

5 years experience in the design and project management of mechanical systems for facilities.

Preferred Licenses:

Professional Licensure in Mechanical Engineering

Special or Physical Qualifications:

• This position is considered operational essential and may be asked to work during an official closure but is otherwise not required to report to the physical campus during a closure and whose absence does not present a risk to the safety, resources, and well-being of the campus per FASOP HR-01.

Posting Date:

September 21, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

October 26, 2026

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.