HVAC Project Manager

RIMEPRO Inc; San Lorenzo (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Job summary

RIMEPRO Inc., located near Hayward in the East Bay, seeks an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to lead commercial HVAC construction from planning through turnover. You will coordinate piping, equipment installation, subcontractors, schedules, and budgets while maintaining strong client and field team relationships.

The role requires reading drawings, managing change orders, ensuring safety and quality, and delivering projects on time and within scope.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial HVAC project management experience.
• Experience with commercial mechanical or HVAC contractors.
• Strong scheduling, budgeting, and cost-control skills.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and shop drawings.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• In-person work in the East Bay area.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial HVAC and mechanical construction projects from planning through final completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and manpower planning.
• Oversee budgets, cost tracking, forecasting and financial performance.
• Track labor, materials, equipment, subcontractor costs and other expenses.
• Coordinate piping, HVAC equipment installation and related work.
• Guide trade planners on shop drawings and coordination with other trades.
• Establish piping installation standards and project requirements.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, equipment vendors, and deliveries.
• Coordinate with field supervisors, engineers, subcontractors and clients.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts and documentation.
• Prepare estimates and pricing for change orders and new scopes.
• Conduct regular site visits for progress, workmanship and safety.
• Identify scheduling conflicts and cost impacts; ensure quality and contract compliance.
• Coordinate project closeout, warranty work and customer follow-up.
• Maintain strong client relationships and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Commercial HVAC

Project management

Scheduling

Budgeting

Cost control

Subcontractor coordination

Reading drawings

Microsoft Project

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Summary:

We are actively recruiting an experienced Mechanical Project Manager for an established mechanical contractor specializing in commercial HVAC construction, piping systems, and mechanical installations.

This opportunity is located near Hayward in the East Bay and involves managing commercial HVAC projects from planning and procurement through construction, commissioning, and final turnover.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in commercial HVAC project management, including mechanical piping, equipment installation, subcontractor coordination, scheduling, budgeting, and cost control. We are seeking someone who can independently manage large mechanical construction projects while maintaining strong relationships with clients, vendors, and field teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage commercial HVAC and mechanical construction projects from planning through final completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, including trade sequencing and manpower planning.
• Oversee project budgets, cost tracking, forecasting, and overall financial performance.
• Track labor, materials, equipment, subcontractor costs, and miscellaneous project expenses.
• Coordinate mechanical piping, HVAC equipment installation, and related construction activities.
• Direct trade planners in developing shop drawings and coordinating work with other trades.
• Establish and maintain piping installation standards and project requirements.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, equipment vendors, and material deliveries.
• Coordinate with field supervisors, foremen, engineers, subcontractors, and clients.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documentation.
• Prepare estimates and pricing for change orders and additional scopes of work.
• Conduct regular jobsite visits to monitor progress, workmanship, safety, and contract compliance.
• Identify scheduling conflicts, constructability issues, and potential cost impacts.
• Ensure projects meet quality standards, contract requirements, and construction schedules.
• Coordinate project closeout, warranty work, and customer follow-up.
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure customer satisfaction.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of commercial HVAC project management experience preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of commercial HVAC experience required.
• Experience working for a commercial mechanical or HVAC contractor.
• Strong understanding of commercial HVAC systems, mechanical piping, equipment installation, and construction sequencing.
• Experience managing large mechanical construction projects with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of project scheduling, manpower planning, budgeting, and cost control.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors, equipment vendors, and field personnel.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, and shop drawings.
• Experience estimating change orders and managing additional project scopes.
• Strong understanding of construction safety, quality control, and contract requirements.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Microsoft Project.
• Ability to work in person and commute to the East Bay area.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Medical and dental insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance