Mechanical Project Managers — APM, PM & Senior PM

Diamond Peak Recruiting; Fort Worth, Arlington, Dallas (TX, TX, TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base compensation

Performance-based incentives

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development and careerAdv

Opportunity to grow into senior PM/ops

Job summary

Diamond Peak Recruiting is seeking a Mechanical Construction Project Manager in the Dallas–Fort Worth area to lead HVAC, piping, and plumbing projects from preconstruction through closeout.

The ideal candidate will manage budgets, schedules, and subcontractors, mentor junior staff, and ensure safety and quality across commercial and industrial settings. Opportunities range from early PM roles to senior leadership in a growing contractor.

Qualifications

• Experience managing commercial or industrial mechanical contractor projects.
• Strong understanding of HVAC, piping, and plumbing scopes.
• Experience with Design-Build, Design-Assist, or Plan-Spec a plus.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.

Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Oversee project budgets, cost tracking, forecasting, and overall financial performance.
• Coordinate HVAC, mechanical piping, and plumbing scopes.
• Work closely with general contractors, owners, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and field leadership.
• Manage procurement, equipment buyout, material purchasing, and subcontractor coordination.
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, and execution plans.
• Identify project risks and proactively resolve issues.
• Monitor manpower, productivity, quality, and project progress.
• Support Design-Build, Design-Assist, and Plan-Spec project delivery.
• Maintain strong relationships with customers and project stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Mentor and develop junior project management personnel as appropriate.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

RFIs

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Construction Management or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Excel

Project management software

Job description

This is an opportunity to join an established mechanical contractor and manage a variety of commercial and industrial projects involving HVAC, mechanical piping, and plumbing systems.

We're looking for individuals at different stages of their project management careers, from up-and-coming APMs looking to grow into PM roles to experienced Senior PMs capable of independently managing complex mechanical projects and leading project teams.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities will vary based on experience and position level.

• Manage mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Oversee project budgets, cost tracking, forecasting, and overall financial performance.
• Coordinate HVAC, mechanical piping, and plumbing scopes.
• Work closely with general contractors, owners, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and field leadership.
• Manage procurement, equipment buyout, material purchasing, and subcontractor coordination.
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, and execution plans.
• Identify project risks and proactively resolve issues.
• Monitor manpower, productivity, quality, and project progress.
• Support Design-Build, Design-Assist, and Plan-Spec project delivery.
• Maintain strong relationships with customers and project stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Mentor and develop junior project management personnel as appropriate.

Positions Available

Ideal for someone early in their mechanical construction career who wants to develop into a full Project Manager.

• Support PMs and Senior PMs with daily project execution.
• Assist with RFIs, submittals, procurement, scheduling, and change orders.
• Help track project costs, budgets, and material deliveries.
• Coordinate with field teams, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Gain exposure to project financials, mechanical systems, and the full construction lifecycle.

Ideal for an experienced mechanical construction professional who can independently manage projects.

• Take ownership of mechanical projects from planning through completion.
• Manage project budgets, forecasting, procurement, and financial performance.
• Coordinate project teams, field operations, and subcontractors.
• Manage customer relationships and project communication.
• Ensure successful execution of HVAC, piping, and plumbing scopes.

Ideal for a seasoned mechanical construction leader with experience managing larger or more complex projects.

• Lead large-scale or multiple mechanical construction projects.
• Take ownership of project financials, profitability, scheduling, and overall execution.
• Oversee and mentor APMs, Project Engineers, and PMs.
• Lead customer relationships and coordinate with senior operations leadership.
• Identify opportunities to improve project delivery, efficiency, and profitability.
• Support preconstruction, estimating, and project planning efforts.

Qualifications

• Experience working for a commercial or industrial mechanical contractor preferred.
• Background in HVAC, mechanical piping, plumbing, or a combination of these trades.
• Experience in mechanical project management, project engineering, or construction operations.
• Understanding of construction drawings, specifications, budgets, schedules, and project documentation.
• Familiarity with RFIs, submittals, procurement, change orders, and cost management.
• Experience with Design-Build, Design-Assist, or Plan-Spec projects is a plus.
• Strong communication, organization, leadership, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with field personnel, general contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Science, or a related field preferred, but relevant industry experience will also be considered.

Base Salary: $90,000–$160,000 annually, depending on experience and position level.

• Competitive base compensation
• Potential performance-based incentives
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Opportunity to grow into senior project management and operations leadership

Specific benefits and incentives are subject to confirmation with the employer.

Location

These are local DFW opportunities for mechanical construction professionals interested in building their careers with an established contractor.

Salary: $90K–$160K Base | DFW, TX | Mechanical Construction