Mechanical Project Manager

Design Hire LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Design Hire LLC in Atlanta, GA is seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to oversee commercial and industrial HVAC, hydronic, and piping installations from planning through construction and closeout. The ideal candidate has hands‑on project management experience, strong technical knowledge, and a proven track record delivering projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.

The role requires coordinating with engineers, contractors, and clients to resolve technical challenges and

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) preferred.
• Proven experience in mechanical construction project management.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, hydronic heating/cooling, piping, and equipment installation.
• Experience with estimating, budgeting, cost control, and project financial management.
• Proficiency in scheduling, resource planning, and coordinating multiple construction activities.
• Experience managing procurement, equipment purchasing, subcontractors, and material deliveries.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, construction documents, and technical submittals.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical construction projects involving HVAC, hydronic systems, piping, and associated equipment from initial planning through completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, cost estimates, and resource plans to ensure successful project execution.
• Oversee procurement activities, including material purchasing, equipment coordination, subcontractor management, and vendor relationships.
• Coordinate with engineers, contractors, field personnel, and clients to resolve technical challenges, monitor progress, and maintain project quality.
• Manage project financials, change orders, cost tracking, forecasting, and documentation while ensuring compliance with contract requirements and project specifications.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Project management experience

HVAC knowledge

Hydronic systems knowledge

Piping installations knowledge

Estimating, budgeting, cost control

Scheduling & resource planning

Procurement & vendor management

Interpret drawings & specs

Leadership & communication

Job description

Atlanta, United States | Posted on 10/20/2026

Design Hire is seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to oversee commercial and industrial mechanical construction projects. This role is responsible for managing HVAC, hydronic, and piping installations from planning and estimating through construction and project closeout. The ideal candidate combines strong technical knowledge with hands‑on project management experience to deliver projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical construction projects involving HVAC, hydronic systems, piping, and associated equipment from initial planning through completion.
  
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, cost estimates, and resource plans to ensure successful project execution.
  
• Oversee procurement activities, including material purchasing, equipment coordination, subcontractor management, and vendor relationships.
  
• Coordinate with engineers, contractors, field personnel, and clients to resolve technical challenges, monitor progress, and maintain project quality.
  
• Manage project financials, change orders, cost tracking, forecasting, and documentation while ensuring compliance with contract requirements and project specifications.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) preferred.
  
• Proven experience in mechanical construction project management, preferably involving commercial or industrial projects.
  
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, hydronic heating and cooling systems, mechanical piping, and equipment installation.
  
• Experience with construction estimating, budgeting, cost control, and project financial management.
  
• Proficiency in project scheduling, resource planning, and coordinating multiple construction activities.
  
• Experience managing procurement, equipment purchasing, subcontractors, and material deliveries.
  
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, construction documents, and technical submittals.
  
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
  

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Design Hire is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility: If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.