Project Manager (Mechanical)

Omni Staffing; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

PTO

Vehicle allowance

Bonus

Job summary

Omni Staffing is partnering with a well-established Virginia mechanical contractor to hire an experienced Project Manager. This role oversees HVAC, plumbing, and process piping projects on healthcare facilities, large commercial buildings, government, and industrial sites, from award through closeout.

You will manage scope, schedule, budget, and safety, lead subcontractors, coordinate with in-house fabrication, and drive projects to milestones while maintaining client satisfaction and a strong

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of PM experience with a mechanical contractor.
• Experience managing commercial, healthcare, institutional, government, or industrial projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, construction docs, and specs.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and change orders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with GCs, owners, and field teams.
• Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from award to closeout, owning scope, schedule, and budget.
• Purchase orders and subcontracts; manage equipment and subcontractors.
• Track costs, forecast labor/materials, and own project P&L.
• Price and manage change orders; submit RFIs and shop drawings.
• Coordinate with in-house fabrication and field teams.
• Build schedules and hit milestones with GCs and owners.
• Lead project meetings; main contact for GCs, owners, engineers.
• Support estimating and preconstruction on new pursuits.
• Drive closeout, warranties, and O&M documentation.
• Promote strong safety culture on every project.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Scheduling

Communication

Client relations

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Construction Management

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office

Job description

Project Manager – Mechanical Contracting (HVAC/Plumbing)
Location: Hampton Roads / Richmond, VA (On-site)
Compensation: $90,000 – $140,000 + benefits
Type: Direct Hire / Full-Time

About the Opportunity

Omni Staffing is partnering with a long-established, full-service mechanical contractor in Virginia to hire experienced Project Managers. The company builds HVAC, plumbing, and process piping systems for healthcare facilities, large commercial buildings, government and institutional projects, and industrial and manufacturing clients. It has in-house engineering, preconstruction, and fabrication capabilities.

This is a strong fit for a mechanical PM who wants to run meaningful projects with a stable, well-respected contractor that has a deep backlog and a reputation for doing things the right way.

What You'll Do

• Manage mechanical projects from award through closeout, owning scope, schedule, budget, and client satisfaction
• Lead buyout of equipment, materials, and subcontractors; issue purchase orders and subcontracts
• Track costs, forecast labor and material, and own project P&L
• Price, negotiate, and manage change orders
• Manage submittals, RFIs, shop drawings, and coordination with engineers and design teams
• Coordinate with field supervision and foremen on manpower, sequencing, and logistics
• Work with in-house fabrication and detailing teams to keep material flowing to the field
• Build and maintain schedules, and coordinate with general contractors and owners to hit milestones
• Run project meetings and serve as the main point of contact for GCs, owners, and engineers
• Support estimating and preconstruction on new pursuits as needed
• Drive closeout, including punch lists, O&M manuals, as-builts, and warranty documentation
• Promote a strong safety culture on every project

What You Bring

• 5+ years of project management experience with a mechanical contractor (HVAC, plumbing, and/or process piping)
• Experience managing commercial, healthcare, institutional, government, or industrial projects
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, construction documents, and specifications
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and change orders
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with GCs, owners, and field teams
• Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred (equivalent field experience considered)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software (Procore or similar a plus)

Nice to Have

• Background in the field (pipefitter, plumber, HVAC tech) before moving into project management
• Estimating experience
• Experience with design-build or design-assist projects
• Industrial or process piping project experience

Why This Role

• Stable, established company with a strong regional reputation
• Diverse project mix across commercial, healthcare, government, and industrial markets
• In-house engineering and fabrication support
• Culture built on integrity, relationships, and community involvement
• Benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, vehicle/allowance, bonus, etc.