Senior Mechanical PM - NYC Public Works MEP Lead

Blue Signal Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gas card & E-ZPass

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance (

Long-term project ownership

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Blue Signal Search is seeking an accomplished Mechanical Project Manager to lead large HVAC and MEP construction programs for NYC public works. You will own multi-year assignments from planning through turnover, coordinating closely with field teams, union trades, and stakeholders.

The role requires strong HVAC/mechanical expertise, experience with contracts above $10M, and ability to manage schedules, budgets, and safety on-site across NYC locations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years leading NYC public works construction projects.
• Experience managing contracts above $10M with ownership.
• Deep HVAC and mechanical construction knowledge.
• Familiarity with public-agency contracting and change orders.
• Experience directing union trades and mentoring others.
• Valid driver's license and ability to work on-site in NYC.

Responsibilities

• Own a portfolio of NYC public works projects from planning through turnover.
• Build and control schedules, budgets, manpower, procurement milestones, and cost forecasts.
• Direct HVAC and MEP coordination across drawings, specs, submittals, and field conditions.
• Manage subcontractors, vendors, union trades, and internal field leaders; ensure safety/style quality.
• Lead commercial aspects: progress billing, cost reporting, change management, RFIs.
• Represent the team in meetings with public owners, CM, consultants; resolve issues early.
• Visit active sites across NYC to verify progress and support critical activities.
• Coach Assistant PMs and field supervisors to create accountability on long-duration projects.

Skills

Project leadership

Public works delivery

HVAC/Mechanical construction

Contract administration

Union trades management

Team mentoring

Driving license

OSHA 30 / DOB Safety

Public-owner coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Blue Signal Search is seeking an accomplished Mechanical Project Manager to lead large HVAC and MEP construction programs for NYC public works. You will own multi-year assignments from planning through turnover, coordinating closely with field teams, union trades, and stakeholders.

The role requires strong HVAC/mechanical expertise, experience with contracts above $10M, and ability to manage schedules, budgets, and safety on-site across NYC locations.