Project Manager - Commercial HVAC / Mechanical Construction

AlphaGov; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Company benefits package

Job summary

AlphaGov seeks an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to lead commercial HVAC and mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through installation and final closeout.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in commercial mechanical contracting, with hands-on responsibility for budgets, schedules, field operations, subcontractors, and client relationships. This role requires leadership and a proven ability to deliver projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in PM for commercial HVAC or mechanical construction.
• Ability to independently manage projects from preconstruction to closeout.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and specs accurately.
• Experience with budgets, RFIs, change orders, and subcontractor performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial HVAC/mechanical construction projects from planning to closeout.
• Develop and maintain schedules, budgets, cost projections, and labor plans.
• Coordinate field personnel, subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.
• Review drawings, specs, submittals, and equipment selections for issues.
• Manage RFIs, change orders, procurement, and project docs.
• Monitor costs, labor hours, materials, and subcontractor costs; take corrective action.
• Maintain communication with general contractors, owners, engineers, inspectors, and teams.
• Coordinate permits, inspections, equipment deliveries, startup, testing, and commissioning.
• Oversee punch lists, warranty docs, turnover, and closeout activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Team coordination

Tools

Construction PM software

Scheduling tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to lead commercial HVAC and mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through installation and final closeout. The ideal candidate has a strong background in commercial mechanical contracting, with hands-on responsibility for project budgets, schedules, field operations, subcontractors, and client relationships.

This role is suited for a results-driven professional who can manage multiple aspects of project execution, resolve field challenges, control costs, and deliver projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial HVAC and mechanical construction projects from initial planning and estimating handoff through installation, commissioning, and closeout
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, cost projections, and labor plans to ensure timely and profitable project delivery
• Coordinate field personnel, subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to maintain productivity, quality, and jobsite safety
• Review mechanical drawings, specifications, submittals, and equipment selections to identify potential issues and address scope discrepancies
• Manage RFIs, change orders, procurement activities, and project documentation throughout the construction process
• Monitor job costs, labor hours, material expenses, and subcontractor costs, taking corrective action when projects fall outside budget
• Maintain communication with general contractors, owners, engineers, inspectors, and internal project teams
• Coordinate permits, inspections, equipment deliveries, system startup, testing, and commissioning
• Oversee punch lists, warranty documentation, project turnover, and final closeout activities

Requirements

• 5+ years of project management experience in commercial HVAC, mechanical contracting, or commercial mechanical construction
• Proven ability to independently manage commercial mechanical projects from preconstruction through completion
• Strong understanding of commercial HVAC systems, mechanical installations, construction drawings, specifications, and field operations
• Experience managing project budgets, job costing, scheduling, RFIs, change orders, and subcontractor performance
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications and resolve technical issues
• Experience working directly with general contractors, owners, engineers, and inspectors on commercial construction projects
• Proficiency with construction project management software, scheduling tools, and Microsoft Office
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Direct commercial HVAC or mechanical contracting experience is required. Residential-only HVAC experience will not qualify

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan options
• Paid time off
• Additional company-sponsored benefits