Mechanical Project Manager

Diamond Peak Recruiting; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle allowance or company vehicle

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Paid vacation and holidays

Professional development and careerAdv

Job summary

Diamond Peak Recruiting seeks an experienced Mechanical Construction Project Manager to oversee commercial and industrial mechanical projects across Western Massachusetts, including Northampton. The role covers HVAC, plumbing, and piping from preconstruction through final closeout.

Required: five+ years in mechanical construction or PM, strong drawing interpretation, budgeting and scheduling, leadership and communication skills; familiarity with Procore/Bluebeam optional.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of mechanical construction or project management experience.
• Experience reading construction drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of budgeting, scheduling, change-order management and cost control.
• Familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam or similar construction software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical construction projects from planning through completion.
• Develop project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and cost reports.
• Coordinate with owners, general contractors, engineers, subcontractors, and field teams.
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Manage equipment and material procurement to maintain project schedules.
• Monitor labor productivity, project costs, and overall profitability.
• Lead project meetings and communicate progress to stakeholders.
• Partner with field leadership to resolve scheduling and constructability issues.
• Ensure work complies with project requirements, safety standards, and quality expectations.
• Manage commissioning, punch-list, turnover, and closeout documentation.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CM/Engineering

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Project

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Construction Project Manager to oversee commercial and industrial mechanical projects throughout Western Massachusetts. This position is ideal for a motivated construction professional with experience managing HVAC, plumbing, and piping projects from preconstruction through final closeout.

Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical construction projects from planning through completion
• Oversee HVAC, plumbing, hydronic, and process-piping scopes
• Develop project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and cost reports
• Coordinate with owners, general contractors, engineers, subcontractors, and field teams
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and change orders
• Manage equipment and material procurement to maintain project schedules
• Monitor labor productivity, project costs, and overall profitability
• Lead project meetings and communicate progress to internal and external stakeholders
• Partner with field leadership to resolve scheduling, design, and constructability issues
• Ensure work complies with project requirements, safety standards, and quality expectations
• Manage commissioning, punch-list completion, turnover, and closeout documentation

Qualifications

• At least five years of mechanical construction or project management experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of commercial HVAC, plumbing, and piping systems
• Experience managing projects for a mechanical contractor
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Knowledge of project budgeting, scheduling, change-order management, and cost control
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, or similar construction software preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field preferred but not required
• Mechanical field or trade experience is highly valued

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary of $120,000–$140,000
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Vehicle allowance or company vehicle
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• Local and regional projects throughout Western Massachusetts
• This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing mechanical construction team and take ownership of complex projects throughout the Northampton and Western Massachusetts market.