TRAVELING Assistant Project Manager - Mechanical (MEP) Construction

Diamond Peak Recruiting; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly per diem provided

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Diamond Peak Recruiting client, a reputable mechanical construction firm, seeks a Mechanical Assistant Project Manager / Senior Project Engineer to support large-scale national projects. Willingness to relocate to project sites as needed is required, with relocation per diems provided.

Responsibilities include assisting with scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and coordination with subcontractors and field teams, plus reviewing drawings and RFIs to maintain quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (preferred).
• 2+ years of experience in mechanical construction on large projects.
• Strong understanding of HVAC and piping systems.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel and relocate to project sites nationwide.
• Competitive base salary based on experience.
• Monthly per diem provided for travel and relocation expenses.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in overseeing mechanical scopes (HVAC, plumbing, piping).
• Assist with scheduling, budgeting, and procurement coordination.
• Collaborate with subcontractors, vendors, engineers, and field teams to meet goals.
• Review drawings, submittals, and RFIs to maintain design and construction quality.
• Track progress, update documentation, and resolve technical or field issues.
• Uphold company safety, quality, and performance standards.

Skills

2+ years experience

HVAC knowledge

Piping knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Our client, a reputable mechanical construction firm, is seeking a Mechanical Assistant Project Manager / Senior Project Engineer to join their team and support large-scale projects across the U.S. This position offers the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience on complex mechanical builds while working closely with an experienced project management team.

Candidates must be willing to relocate to project sites as needed for the duration of each assignment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Project Managers in overseeing mechanical scopes, including HVAC, plumbing, and piping systems.
• Assist with project scheduling, budgeting, and procurement coordination.
• Collaborate with subcontractors, vendors, engineers, and field teams to ensure project goals are met.
• Review and process drawings, submittals, and RFIs to maintain design and construction quality.
• Track progress, update documentation, and help identify and resolve technical or field issues.
• Uphold company safety, quality, and performance standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (preferred).
• 2+ years of experience in mechanical construction, ideally on large commercial, industrial, or institutional projects.
• Strong understanding of HVAC and piping systems.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel and relocate to project sites nationwide.
• Competitive base salary based on experience.
• Monthly per diem provided for travel and relocation expenses.
• Career growth opportunities with a leading national mechanical contractor.

If you're an ambitious Assistant Project Manager or Senior Project Engineer looking to advance your mechanical construction career on large, complex projects, we want to hear from you.