Mechanical/HVAC Project Manager

Peterson Sheet Metal, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Peterson Sheet Metal, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Project Manager to lead commercial HVAC, plumbing, piping, and sheet metal projects at our Chanhassen location.

You will own projects from start to finish, coordinating people, materials, schedules, and client relationships to ensure successful outcomes. The role requires strong project management, leadership, and communication skills, with a focus on safety, quality, and profitability.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of commercial HVAC and/or plumbing, piping, or sheet metal construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, specifications, and other project documents.
• Strong project-management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to work effectively with field and office teams.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of projects from preconstruction through closeout, coordinating people, materials, schedules, and finances.
• Develop budgets, schedules, values, and execution plans.
• Monitor costs, profitability, labor productivity, and schedules.
• Coordinate with General Superintendent to ensure adequate manpower.
• Manage subcontractors, vendors, equipment, and deliveries.
• Prepare submittals, RFIs, change orders, permits, and reviews.
• Interpret drawings and contract documents.
• Negotiate pricing for equipment and materials balancing cost and quality.
• Collaborate with detailing/BIM and other departments through project lifecycle.
• Visit jobsites to ensure compliance, progress, and safety.
• Mentor foremen and journeymen on standards and procedures.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Project management

Reading drawings

Communication

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

PE license or certifications

OSHA 10 certification

Tools

BIM/Detailing

Job description

MECHANICAL PROJECT MANAGER – COMMERCIAL HVAC/MECHANICAL CONSTRUCTION

Salary: $90,000–$125,000 per year

Employment Type: Full-Time

GENERAL SUMMARY

• Peterson Sheet Metal (PSM) is seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to lead commercial HVAC, plumbing, piping, and sheet metal projects from preconstruction through final closeout at our Chanhassen location.

This opportunity is ideal for a mechanical construction professional who enjoys taking ownership of projects, leading teams, solving complex challenges, and developing lasting customer relationships.

For more than 40 years, PSM has served customers throughout Minnesota by combining skilled people, quality workmanship, advanced technology, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Our capabilities include commercial HVAC, plumbing and piping, sheet metal ductwork, mechanical insulation, service and maintenance, BIM/CAD, estimating, and design-build services.

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this position is $90,000–$125,000 per year.

Starting compensation will be based on directly relevant mechanical construction experience, technical expertise, previous project scope and complexity, leadership experience, and demonstrated ability to independently manage projects.

Candidates with at least five years of directly relevant commercial HVAC, plumbing, piping, or sheet metal project-management experience may qualify for compensation of $100,000 or more, depending on their overall qualifications and demonstrated capabilities.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As a Mechanical Project Manager, you will take ownership of projects from beginning to end, coordinating the people, materials, schedules, financial performance, documentation, and customer relationships necessary to deliver successful projects.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage multiple commercial mechanical projects of varying sizes with minimal supervision.
• Develop project budgets, schedules, schedules of values, and project execution plans.
• Monitor job costs, project profitability, labor productivity, schedules, and overall financial performance.
• Coordinate labor requirements with the General Superintendent to ensure appropriate manpower is available to meet project schedules.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors, vendors, equipment, materials, ordering, and deliveries.
• Complete and manage project submittals, RFIs, change orders, permits, plan reviews, approvals, and other contractual documentation.
• Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and contract documents.
• Negotiate pricing and purchase project equipment and materials while balancing cost, quality, schedule, and project requirements.
• Coordinate with Detailing/BIM, field operations, service, accounting, and other internal departments throughout the project lifecycle.
• Visit jobsites regularly to monitor contract compliance, workmanship, progress, and safety.
• Work with the General Superintendent to mentor and coach foremen and journeymen regarding project expectations, company procedures, and work requirements.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure PSM safety policies and procedures are followed.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with owners, general contractors, customers, vendors, and other project stakeholders.
• Attend preconstruction, project, coordination, closeout, and post-project meetings as necessary.
• Manage project closeout, including punch lists, O&M manuals, commissioning coordination, warranties, and required closeout documentation.
• Follow up on warranty work and maintain customer relationships after project completion.
• Estimate projects as needed and identify opportunities to improve project efficiency and profitability.
• Meet project deadlines and contractual obligations while maintaining PSM’s standards for quality, safety, and customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated knowledge of commercial HVAC and/or plumbing, piping, or sheet metal construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, specifications, and other project documents.
• Strong project-management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to work effectively with field and office teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to successfully complete required background and drug screening.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5–10 years of directly relevant experience in commercial HVAC, piping, plumbing, sheet metal, or mechanical construction.
• Previous experience independently managing commercial mechanical construction projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, construction management, or a related field, or equivalent relevant industry experience.
• PE license or other relevant professional/industry certifications or licenses.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• Experience working collaboratively with field supervision, estimating, BIM/detailing, accounting, service, and project owners/general contractors.

JOIN THE PSM TEAM

Are you a Mechanical/HVAC Project Manager looking for greater project ownership and an opportunity to grow with an established company?

If you have experience managing commercial HVAC/mechanical projects—or have played a key role in bringing complex projects to successful completion, we want to hear from you.

Come grow with a team where your experience, leadership, and impact matter.

Peterson Sheet Metal is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable law.