Senior Mechanical Project Executive - Commercial HVAC

Jobot; 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

Retirement savings

Paid time off/Holidays

Quarterly project bonuses (uncapped)

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Project Executive to lead commercial HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical construction projects from initial client engagement through final completion. The role bridges internal departments and external stakeholders, requiring strategic oversight and hands-on delivery.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years of experience in mechanical project management, a strong track record managing projects from $50k to $25M, and the ability to develop new business.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in commercial mechanical project management and related areas.
• Proven track record managing HVAC/plumbing construction projects from $50k to $25M.
• Strong leadership, client development, and ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the single source of responsibility to the company and the customer for all assigned projects.
• Coordinate and supervise staff from Engineering, Purchasing, Accounting, Construction, and Service to ensure timely project execution.
• Manage and supervise employees assigned to the project throughout the life of the project.
• Perform all functions to promote and finalize sales, including estimating, design, proposals, 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 and coordination of all departmental efforts during project construction.
• Prepare and issue letters, proposals, memos, contracts, change orders, and strategies for good business procedures and legal protection.
• Demonstrate flexibility by managing varying work in varying locations and forming teams for special projects.

Skills

Project management

Client management

Leadership

Budgeting

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

MBA or Master’s degree

PE license (optional)

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Jobot is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Project Executive to lead commercial HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical construction projects from initial client engagement through final completion. The role bridges internal departments and external stakeholders, requiring strategic oversight and hands-on delivery.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years of experience in mechanical project management, a strong track record managing projects from $50k to $25M, and the ability to develop new business.