Project Manager - Mechanical/Plumbing

Lotusworks; Childress (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Training and Education Assistance

Extra Annual Leave with Years of Serv

Job summary

LotusWorks is seeking an experienced Mechanical/Plumbing Project Manager to lead the mechanical and plumbing scope on large construction projects in Texas. You will coordinate HVAC, hydronic systems, and related equipment from preconstruction through turnover, ensuring safety, schedule adherence, and quality.

You will manage subcontractors, review drawings and shop drawings, track procurement, support commissioning, and collaborate with multiple trades to resolve field conflicts.

Qualifications

• Experience managing mechanical/plumbing scopes on large construction projects.
• Ability to read and interpret MEP drawings, specs, RFIs, and submittals.
• Strong coordination across trades to resolve field conflicts.

Responsibilities

• Own the mechanical and plumbing scope (HVAC, hydronic, piping) from preconstruction to turnover.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and engineers to meet schedule and budget.
• Review drawings, submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings for compliance and constructability.
• Manage procurement, installation schedules, testing, balancing (TAB), and commissioning readiness.
• Collaborate with electrical, controls, fire protection, and other trades to resolve field conflicts.
• Support commissioning teams to ensure systems are ready for functional testing.
• Oversee quality control, inspections, and O&M documentation.
• Lead risk management and recovery plans for critical-path activities.

Skills

Mechanical & plumbing scope

Project management

Subcontractor coordination

MEP drawing review

Scheduling & cost control

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

PM/construction certifications preferred

Job description

LotusWorks is an Engineering Services provider specializing in managing Commissioning, Construction Services, Calibration, Operations & Maintenance scopes of work within global manufacturing facilities. LotusWorks operates globally across EMEA and North America partnering with the world's leading manufacturers across the Semiconductor, Pharmaceutical & Biologics, Medical Device and Data Centre sectors. Our team of Engineering and Technical professionals is immersed in cutting-edge technologies and innovations. LotusWorks is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, integral to our people-first approach.

In this role, you will manage the mechanical and plumbing scope of large-scale construction projects from preconstruction through installation, commissioning, and final turnover. You will coordinate subcontractors, vendors, engineers, and project stakeholders to ensure HVAC, hydronic, plumbing, and associated mechanical systems are delivered safely, on schedule, and in accordance with project requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Own the overall mechanical and plumbing scope, including HVAC, chilled water, hydronic systems, domestic water, sanitary, storm, and specialty plumbing systems.
• Manage and coordinate mechanical and plumbing subcontractors, vendors, engineers, and suppliers from preconstruction through project turnover.
• Review MEP drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, equipment selections, and shop drawings for compliance, coordination, and constructability.
• Manage mechanical and plumbing procurement and installation schedules to ensure critical equipment and materials support project milestones.
• Coordinate mechanical and plumbing work with electrical, structural, architectural, controls/BMS, fire protection, and other trades to identify and resolve field conflicts.
• Track procurement, fabrication, delivery, installation, startup, and testing of critical mechanical equipment, including chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, pumps, heat exchangers, cooling towers, and associated piping.
• Oversee quality control, inspections, pressure testing, flushing, cleaning, Testing, Adjusting and Balancing (TAB), and installation verification.
• Identify and manage schedule, cost, design, procurement, and technical risks and develop recovery plans for critical-path activities.
• Coordinate with the Commissioning Agent (CxA) and commissioning teams to ensure mechanical and plumbing systems are complete and ready for functional and integrated systems testing.
• Manage punch lists, commissioning deficiencies, O&M documentation, as-built drawings, client training, system turnover, and project closeout.
• Any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned to you in your role.

Skills Required:

• Strong project management experience overseeing mechanical and plumbing scopes on large-scale construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, chilled water, hydronic, plumbing, piping, and associated mechanical systems and equipment.
• Experience managing mechanical/plumbing subcontractors, vendors, procurement, installation, startup, and turnover.
• Ability to read and interpret MEP drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, shop drawings, and technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of construction scheduling, cost management, quality control, commissioning readiness, and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Experience with mechanical testing, TAB, system startup, commissioning, and project closeout.
• Strong leadership, communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

Education / Licenses / Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• Project management, construction, or mechanical trade certifications preferred.
• Proof of education, licenses, and certifications will be required where applicable.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life, Short-Term, Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Training and Education Assistance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Extra Annual Leave with Years of Service
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Recognition Rewards
  #INDHP
  

LotusWorks is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered.