Technical Project Manager – HVAC Systems & Solutions

Ketchum & Walton Co.; Maryland; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Biannual bonus opportunities

Paid time off

Holidays

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Job summary

Ketchum & Walton is seeking a technically curious, detail-oriented professional to support sales engineers and manage projects from start to finish in the MD region. The role combines engineering knowledge with client-facing communication to deliver engineered solutions and reliable outcomes.

You will review drawings, prepare technical packages, coordinate with manufacturers, and lead projects through procurement, production, installation, and closeout, while ensuring quality and safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical contracting, engineering, HVAC, vibration isolation, or mechanical equipment systems preferred.
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Understanding of mechanical systems, vibration control, seismic applications, building codes, and relevant industry standards.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam Revu or Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office; experience with construction/project management software preferred.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, Inventor, or SolidWorks is a plus.
• Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and application support to Sales Engineers, including estimating, project scoping, product selection, and engineered solutions.
• Review construction drawings and specifications and develop technical packages, submittals, shop drawings, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with manufacturers and engineering partners regarding technical requirements, availability, lead times, and product applications.
• Manage projects from award through completion, coordinating procurement, production releases, material delivery, change orders, installation, and closeout.
• Coordinate internal teams, customers, manufacturers, and external labor partners to maintain schedules and project requirements.
• Conduct site visits, field measurements, equipment commissioning, and start-ups as needed.
• Ensure projects are completed accurately, invoiced promptly, and properly documented.
• Ensure installations and project deliverables meet K&W quality and safety standards.
• Build strong customer relationships through responsive communication, technical expertise, and reliable follow-through.
• Identify and resolve technical or project challenges while proactively communicating risks and solutions.
• Maintain technical documentation, training resources, and manufacturer information for engineered equipment.
• Support the evaluation and onboarding of new products and manufacturer partners through research, training, factory visits, and technical review.
• Identify opportunities to improve products, processes, and customer solutions based on project experience and feedback.

Skills

Technical reading

Project management

Communication

Vibration isolation knowledge

HVAC knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Inventor

SolidWorks

Bluebeam Revu

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ketchum & Walton is seeking a technically curious, detail-oriented professional to support sales engineers and manage projects from start to finish in the MD region. The role combines engineering knowledge with client-facing communication to deliver engineered solutions and reliable outcomes.

You will review drawings, prepare technical packages, coordinate with manufacturers, and lead projects through procurement, production, installation, and closeout, while ensuring quality and safety