Mechanical Construction Project Manager

LVI Associates; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

3 weeks PTO from the start

401k + health and HSA

Flexible working / WFH

Clear path to Project Executive

Job summary

LVI Associates is seeking a Project Manager - Mechanical for Washington DC to own mechanical projects end to end, from buyout through closeout. You’ll lead a small, autonomous team and interface directly with leadership on key decisions.

The role requires 4–5+ years running mechanical projects, a background with a mechanical subcontractor or GC, and a hands-on, self-motivated approach. Flexible working is offered; on-site access is expected.

Qualifications

• 4–5+ years running mechanical projects as PM.
• Background with a mechanical subcontractor or general contractor.
• Strong understanding of submittals, buyouts, GC negotiations and subcontractor management.
• Self-motivated and hands-on; not a micromanaged environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical projects end to end - HVAC, plumbing and piping scopes.
• Handle submittals, buyouts and procurement.
• Lead GC negotiations and manage subcontractor performance.
• Own project budgets, schedules and financial reporting.
• Build and maintain GC and client relationships to support repeat business.
• Coordinate with field and operations teams to keep work on programme.

Skills

Project management

Mechanical contracting

Submittals & buyouts

Leadership

Autonomy

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Project Manager - Mechanical (Washington DC)

Salary: $130,000 - $170,000 DOE, plus performance bonus and car allowance

Location: Washington DC

The Company

A union mechanical contractor operating across the DMV - DC, Northern Virginia and PG County. They self-perform plumbing and mechanical piping, subbing out sheet metal and controls, and deliver commercial, government, higher education and law firm tenant work. Recent and current projects include a local government building (a $24M, four-year multi-system build) and an Arena, with backlog heading toward next Winter. They operate their own fab shop and warehouse and are actively growing.

The Role

You'll take full ownership of mechanical projects from buyout through to closeout, running your own work with genuine autonomy. This is a small, low-turnover team of 7 PMs, 2 APMs and 2 Project Executives, so you'll have direct access to leadership and visible impact from day one.

Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical projects end to end - HVAC, plumbing and piping scopes
• Handle submittals, buyouts and procurement
• Lead GC negotiations and manage subcontractor performance
• Own project budgets, schedules and financial reporting
• Build and maintain GC and client relationships to support repeat business
• Coordinate with field and operations teams to keep work on programme

What We’re Looking For:

• 4-5+ years running mechanical projects as a PM
• Background with a mechanical subcontractor or general contractor
• Strong understanding of submittals, buyouts, GC negotiations and subcontractor management
• Self-motivated and genuinely hands-on with the work - this is not an environment with micromanagement
• Degree is a nice-to-have; field-progressed candidates are equally welcome. Experience counts above everything

What’s On Offer:

• $130k-$170k base DOE, with top performers earning $200k+
• Performance-based year-end bonus that grows year on year
• $500-$600/month car allowance
• 3 weeks PTO from the start
• Strong 401k plus health, life and HSA plan
• Flexible working - no forced office attendance, WFH supported provided you can reach the jobsite or office and the work is getting done
• Clear path to Project Executive for those who can both run work and bring work in