Mechanical Lead

Aecom2; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Engineering professional to lead coordination of mechanical systems on complex projects in Las Vegas, NV. You will work with project leadership, architects, and subcontractors to ensure designs meet specifications and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities include training and guiding teams, maintaining documentation, managing budgets, and ensuring safe, compliant handover.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
• Eight years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Primary point of contact for mechanical-related concerns with project leadership, clients, and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and subcontractors to integrate mechanical systems and address conflicts.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and environmental/sustainability standards.
• Maintain records of test results, certifications, and compliance reports for handover.
• Track costs and manage budgets to avoid overruns while ensuring quality and compliance.
• Review drawings and submittals for contract, code, and industry compliance.
• Supervise mechanical subcontractors and verify installation sequencing and safety.

Skills

Project coordination

Mechanical systems

Subcontractor supervision

OSHA compliance

Education

BA/BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

P100 compliance

Job description

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all mechanical-related concerns, coordinating with project leadership, clients, and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and subcontractors to integrate mechanical systems into project designs, addressing conflicts and confirming seamless execution.
• Confirm adherence to OSHA regulations, project-specific safety guidelines, and environmental and sustainability standards.
• Maintain detailed records of test results, certifications, and compliance reports for final project handover.
• Track mechanical-related costs, monitor expenditures, and manage budgets to prevent cost overruns while maintaining quality and compliance.
• Review Mechanical design drawings, specifications, and submittals for compliance with contract requirements, building codes, and industry standards.
• Supervise mechanical subcontractors, confirming proper sequencing of installations and adherence to project specifications and safety protocols.
• Oversee system testing, inspections, and commissioning processes to confirm mechanical components function correctly and meet performance requirements.
• Coordinate client outage/shutdown procedures and notify relevant parties of test failures while planning corrective actions.
• Participate in post-construction evaluations and warranty follow-ups to address system performance issues and provide long-term operational support.

Minimum Requirements

BA/BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field plus eight years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with mechanical systems, construction contracts, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with P100 and code compliance requirements.
• Experience working as an owner's representative for hyperscale data centers and mission critical environments. Understanding of uptime, redundancy, and reliability.
• Certified Construction Management or Project Management Professional or Professional Engineer Certification.
• OSHA 10-Hour Training.
• Proven ability to manage and resolve design and construction challenges effectively.
• Familiarity with advanced MEP technologies and sustainable practices.

Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

Relocation is not available for this position.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• AD&D
• disability benefits
• paid time off
• leaves of absences
• voluntary benefits
• perks
• flexible work options
• well-being resources
• employee assistance program
• business travel insurance
• service recognition awards
• retirement savings plan
• employee stock purchase plan

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community-where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

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