Construction Engineer — HVAC & Plumbing Projects

Vertical Mechanical Group Inc; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

PTO

401(k) with company match

Professional development and career成长

Job summary

Vertical Mechanical Group (VMG) is a full‑service HVAC and Plumbing contractor delivering commercial construction projects. Based in Reston, VA, VMG partners with project managers, superintendents, and field teams to execute new construction, renovations, and design‑build work in the DMV region.

Join as Construction Engineer to gain hands‑on experience and grow in mechanical construction. You will support planning, scheduling, budgeting, and the coordination of HVAC and plumbing installations;

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in commercial construction project coordination or project management (mechanical construction experience preferred).
• Foundational knowledge of HVAC and plumbing systems and installation processes.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem‑solving skills.
• Familiarity with project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment.
• Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and grow within the mechanical construction industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and overall project execution.
• Assist in coordinating HVAC and plumbing installations to ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget.
• Review and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Monitor project progress and communicate updates to project managers, field teams, and clients.
• Assist with RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, and project documentation.
• Collaborate with field personnel to resolve project challenges and maintain productivity.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and internal departments to ensure successful project delivery.
• Help ensure compliance with company safety standards, quality requirements, and project specifications.
• Support project closeout activities, including punch lists, documentation, and turnover packages.

Skills

Project coordination

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Project management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Vertical Mechanical Group (VMG) is a full‑service HVAC and Plumbing contractor delivering commercial construction projects. Based in Reston, VA, VMG partners with project managers, superintendents, and field teams to execute new construction, renovations, and design‑build work in the DMV region.

Join as Construction Engineer to gain hands‑on experience and grow in mechanical construction. You will support planning, scheduling, budgeting, and the coordination of HVAC and plumbing installations;