Project Executive (Commercial Mechanical/HVAC)

Australia-Employment; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Company paid life insurance

Paid time off/ Holidays

Retirement savings

Quarterly bonuses on project peformace

Annual merit raises

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a seasoned Project Executive to lead commercial HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical construction projects in the San Jose area. You will manage client engagement, coordinate across Engineering, Purchasing, Accounting, Construction and Service, and guide teams through full project lifecycles.

The role demands a high-level professional with 15+ years of experience, strong leadership, and a proven ability to develop new business.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in commercial mechanical project management, client management or related fields.
• Proven track record managing HVAC/plumbing construction projects or estimating, design and management from $50k to $25+ million.
• Demonstrated ability to develop new business opportunities.
• Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management; MBA and/or licensed PE is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and project management skills with excellent organization.
• Ability to handle high volume of issues with judgment and discretion.
• Experience leading commercial HVAC, plumbing and mechanical construction projects from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the single source of responsibility for assigned projects with sound judgment.
• Coordinate and supervise staff across Engineering, Purchasing, Accounting, Construction, and Service.
• Manage project staff throughout the life of the project.
• Lead sales activities: estimating, conceptual design, proposals and negotiations.
• Prepare budgets and rigorously control costs.
• Develop new business opportunities and maintain relationships with clients and vendors.
• Supervise departmental efforts during construction in a timely manner.
• Prepare documents and strategies to ensure sound business procedures and legal protection.
• Adapt to multiple locations and form teams for special projects.

Skills

Project management

Client management

Negotiation

Leadership

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Construction Management degree

MBA

Licensed PE (plus)

Job description

Project Executive (Commercial Mechanical/HVAC)

$175000 - $225000 per year | San Jose, CA | On-site | Permanent

A bit about us:

We are a premier commercial HVAC and mechanical construction firm with a deep-rooted history in the Bay Area, having served the region for decades. Our company has grown from a local operation into a significant industry player, managing multimillion dollar projects across diverse sectors. We pride ourselves on a culture of judgment, discretion, and unwavering commitment, where every team member is a single source of responsibility to both our clients and our organization. Working here offers the unique advantage of joining a stable, high-performing team that values flexibility, diversity, and the ability to develop new business. You will be part of an organization that fosters strong interpersonal relationships, supports professional growth through advanced educational opportunities, and maintains cordial, long-standing partnerships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors throughout the industry.

Why join us?

• Competitive pay ($175k-$225k+ DOE)
• Quarterly bonuses on project performance (uncapped)
• Annual merit raises 3%-12%
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid time off/ Holidays
• Retirement savings

Job Details

Opportunity in either San Jose or Alameda, whichever is closer for you

We are seeking a seasoned Mechanical Project Executive to lead our commercial HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical construction projects from initial client engagement through final completion. This role is designed for a high-level professional who will not only manage complex project lifecycles but also serve as the strategic bridge between our internal departments, including Engineering, Purchasing, Accounting, Construction, and Service and our external stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the single source of responsibility to the company and the customer for all assigned projects, utilizing judgment and discretion in representing the firm.
• Coordinate and supervise staff from all departments, including Engineering, Purchasing, Accounting, Construction, and Service, to ensure timely project execution.
• Manage and supervise employees assigned to the project throughout the entire life of the project.
• Perform all functions required to promote and finalize sales, including estimating, conceptual design, proposal writing, presentations, and contract negotiations.
• Prepare budget projections and rigorously control costs within agreed-upon limits.
• Develop new business opportunities and maintain cordial relationships with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and the industry.
• Provide supervision, leadership, and coordination of all departmental efforts during project construction in a timely manner.
• Prepare and issue letters, proposals, memos, contracts, change orders, and strategies to ensure good business procedures and legal protection.
• Demonstrate flexibility and diversity by managing varying work in varying locations, forming and reforming teams as needed for special projects.

Qualifications:

• 15+ years of experience in commercial mechanical project management, marketing, client management, etc.
• Proven track record of managing HVAC and/or plumbing construction projects or experience in estimating, design and management of projects from $50,000 to $25+ million.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to develop new business.
• BS in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management; MBA or Master’s level educational degree and/or a current licensed PE are pluses.
• Strong interpersonal and project management abilities with exceptional organizational skills.
• Ability to respond successfully to a high volume of issues with judgment and discretion.
• Experience in leading commercial HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical construction projects from initial client engagement through final completion.

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