Technical Project Manager with Owner Mindset — HVAC & Noise Control

Ketchum & Walton Co.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid healthcare premiums

Annual ESOP contribution

Biannual bonus opportunities

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Ketchum & Walton Co. in Columbus, OH, seeks a technically curious Project Manager/Engineer to lead technical and sales support for HVAC, noise control, and air filtration solutions.

You will manage projects end-to-end, coordinate with customers, manufacturers, and field partners, and ensure on-time delivery with accurate documentation. The role emphasizes reading drawings, applying vibration control knowledge, and maintaining engineering packages, while collaborating with sales and engineering

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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 andManufacturer 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

Reading construction drawings

Technical communication

Project management

Organizational skills

Customer collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Inventor

SolidWorks

Bluebeam Revu

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Ketchum & Walton Co. in Columbus, OH, seeks a technically curious Project Manager/Engineer to lead technical and sales support for HVAC, noise control, and air filtration solutions.

You will manage projects end-to-end, coordinate with customers, manufacturers, and field partners, and ensure on-time delivery with accurate documentation. The role emphasizes reading drawings, applying vibration control knowledge, and maintaining engineering packages, while collaborating with sales and engineering