Mechanical Construction Project Manager

Diamond Peak Recruiting; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Diamond Peak Recruiting is seeking an experienced Mechanical Construction Project Manager to lead large-scale mechanical construction projects. You will manage projects from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring safety, schedule, budget, and quality are upheld.

You will coordinate with field teams, engineers, subcontractors, owners, and general contractors, while overseeing procurement, cost control, and project documentation. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing mechanical construction projects.
• Experience with large commercial and/or industrial projects.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and documents.
• Strong knowledge of contracts, scheduling, cost management, and project controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall management and execution of large-scale mechanical construction projects.
• Manage projects from preconstruction and estimating turnover through closeout.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and cost controls.
• Coordinate with field leadership, engineers, subcontractors, and owners.
• Lead project meetings and maintain communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Identify risks and develop solutions to keep work progressing.
• Oversee procurement, material coordination, and long-lead items.
• Review financials, including cost-to-complete, commitments, and change orders.
• Ensure safety, quality, and contract compliance across projects.

Skills

Project management

Mechanical construction

HVAC systems

Piping systems

Budget management

Scheduling

Risk management

Leadership

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Construction Project Manager to lead the successful execution of large-scale commercial and industrial mechanical construction projects. This individual will be responsible for managing projects from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring they are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality.

The ideal candidate has a strong background with a mechanical contractor and proven experience managing complex HVAC, plumbing, piping, or process/mechanical systems on large commercial, industrial, mission‑critical, manufacturing, healthcare, data center, semiconductor, or other technically demanding projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the overall management and execution of large-scale mechanical construction projects.
• Manage projects from preconstruction and estimating turnover through final completion and closeout.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and cost controls.
• Review plans, specifications, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and other project documentation.
• Coordinate closely with field leadership, superintendents, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, owners, and general contractors.
• Lead project meetings and maintain strong communication with clients and project stakeholders.
• Identify potential project risks and develop solutions to keep work progressing efficiently.
• Manage procurement, material coordination, equipment, and long‑lead items.
• Review project financials, including cost‑to‑complete, commitments, billing, change orders, and overall profitability.
• Ensure projects are executed in accordance with contract requirements, safety standards, quality expectations, and company procedures.
• Work closely with estimating and preconstruction teams to ensure a smooth transition from pursuit to project execution.
• Support the development and management of project teams while providing direction and accountability.
• Manage change orders, negotiations, and scope development with clients and general contractors.
• Oversee project closeout, commissioning, turnover, and final documentation.

Ideal Background

• 5+ years of experience managing mechanical construction projects, with preference for candidates coming directly from a mechanical contractor.
• Demonstrated experience managing large commercial and/or industrial projects, ideally $10M+ in mechanical scope.
• Strong understanding of commercial HVAC, plumbing, piping, and mechanical systems.
• Experience working with general contractors, owners, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, project scheduling, cost management, change orders, and project controls.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, and construction documents.Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced construction environment.
• Proficiency with construction/project management software and Microsoft Office.

Preferred Experience

Experience with one or more of the following is highly desirable:

• Data centers / mission‑critical facilities
• Advanced manufacturing
• Semiconductor facilities
• Industrial/manufacturing plants
• Central plants and utility systems
• Process piping
• HVAC and plumbing systems
• Design‑build and negotiated projects
• Projects with significant mechanical scopes and complex MEP coordination

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a hands‑on, accountable Project Manager who understands both the technical and business sides of mechanical construction. The successful candidate will be comfortable managing complex projects, communicating with executive‑level stakeholders, working closely with field teams, and taking ownership of project performance from start to finish.

Candidates who have progressed from Project Engineer → Assistant PM → Project Manager within a mechanical contracting environment are strongly encouraged to apply.