Traveling Mechanical Project Manager

Diamond Peak Recruiting; Denver (CO); Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Diamond Peak Recruiting is seeking a Traveling Mechanical Project Manager to lead large HVAC, piping, and plumbing projects across the United States. You will own mechanical scopes valued at $40M+ and coordinate with owners, general contractors, design teams, and subcontractors to drive successful delivery.

You will manage budgets, schedules, procurement, risk, and change orders from preconstruction through turnover, while guiding field leadership, BIM/VDC, and fabrication teams.

Qualifications

• PM or Senior PM with commercial/industrial mechanical contractor experience.
• Strong financial management and forecasting ability.
• Experience managing procurement, subcontractors, vendors, and field execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead large mechanical projects from preconstruction through turnover.
• Own HVAC, piping, plumbing scopes valued at $40M+.
• Manage budgets, cost forecasts, commitments, change orders, billing, and risk.
• Coordinate with field leadership on manpower planning, sequencing, productivity, logistics.
• Collaborate with General Contractors, owners, design teams, subs, vendors, and internal leadership.
• Lead procurement of major equipment, piping systems, and long lead materials.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change management, and project scheduling impacts.
• Participate in preconstruction, estimating handoff, constructability reviews, and scope development.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and milestone tracking.
• Coordinate complex HVAC, piping, hydronic, and specialty systems.
• Work with BIM, VDC, engineering, prefabrication, and fabrication teams.
• Identify risks early and manage subcontractors and suppliers.

Skills

HVAC

Piping

Plumbing

Project management

Budgeting & forecasting

Field leadership

Coordination

Procurement

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

BIM

VDC

Job description

Nationwide Travel | Large Scale HVAC, Piping & Plumbing Construction

A leading mechanical contractor is seeking an experienced Traveling Mechanical Project Manager to lead major HVAC, piping, and plumbing projects across the United States. This role is designed for a Project Manager who is comfortable taking ownership of large, technically complex mechanical scopes with mechanical construction values exceeding $40M. Projects may include mission critical, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, semiconductor, industrial, large commercial, and other high profile facilities.

The successful candidate should have experience managing substantial mechanical packages, coordinating large field teams, working closely with general contractors and owners, and controlling cost, schedule, procurement, subcontractors, and project risk from preconstruction through closeout.

Responsibilities

• Manage large mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through final turnover
• Take ownership of HVAC, piping, plumbing, equipment, and related mechanical scopes valued at $40M and above
• Manage project budgets, cost forecasting, commitments, change orders, billing, contingency, and overall financial performance
• Partner with field leadership on manpower planning, sequencing, productivity, logistics, and project execution
• Coordinate closely with General Contractors, owners, design teams, subcontractors, vendors, and internal leadership
• Lead procurement of major mechanical equipment, piping systems, fixtures, fabricated assemblies, and long lead materials
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change management, project documentation, and schedule impacts
• Participate in preconstruction, estimating handoff, constructability reviews, scope development, and project planning
• Develop and maintain project schedules, procurement schedules, and milestone tracking
• Coordinate complex HVAC, plumbing, hydronic, process piping, mechanical equipment, and specialty systems
• Work closely with BIM, VDC, engineering, prefabrication, and fabrication teams
• Identify cost, schedule, procurement, manpower, and constructability risks early
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers while maintaining accountability around schedule, quality, and commercial obligations
• Lead owner and project meetings and communicate clearly regarding progress, risk, cost, schedule, and upcoming decisions
• Support commissioning, startup, testing, punch list, turnover, and project closeout
• Maintain strong safety and quality expectations throughout project execution
• Travel nationwide based on project needs

Project Experience

Relevant Experience May Include

• Data centers and mission critical facilities
• Semiconductor and advanced manufacturing
• Healthcare and hospital construction
• Large commercial developments
• Industrial facilities
• Central utility plants
• High rise construction
• Pharmaceutical and life sciences
• Manufacturing campuses
• Large infrastructure related mechanical systems
• Complex Design Build MEP projects

Candidates with experience managing mechanical scopes exceeding $40M will be particularly well aligned.

Qualifications

• Project Manager or Senior Project Manager experience with a commercial or industrial mechanical contractor
• Strong background in HVAC, piping, plumbing, or integrated mechanical construction
• Experience managing large and technically complex mechanical scopes
• Strong financial management and forecasting ability
• Experience managing procurement, subcontractors, vendors, and field execution
• Strong understanding of mechanical drawings, specifications, coordination, and installation requirements
• Experience with Design Build and Design Assist delivery preferred
• Comfortable working closely with BIM, VDC, engineering, fabrication, and field leadership
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in high pressure project environments
• Strong communication and client management skills
• Willingness and ability to travel nationwide for project assignments
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field preferred

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate has already managed large mechanical scopes and understands the difference between running a conventional commercial project and leading a highly complex mechanical package.

They are comfortable with large field organizations, demanding schedules, major equipment procurement, fabrication, coordination, commissioning, and owner expectations.

They understand how to protect margin while maintaining client relationships and project momentum.

They are also comfortable living where the work is and view nationwide travel as part of the opportunity rather than an inconvenience.

What This Opportunity Offers

• Opportunity to work on some of the largest and most prestigious mechanical construction projects in the country
• Mechanical project values exceeding $40M
• Exposure to mission critical, semiconductor, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, and major commercial projects
• Strong internal engineering, preconstruction, BIM, VDC, fabrication, and field support
• Significant project ownership and visibility
• Long term advancement into Senior Project Manager, Project Executive, Operations, or regional leadership roles
• Competitive base salary
• Performance bonus
• Travel and per diem package
• Vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off

Travel: Nationwide

Industry: Mechanical Construction

Position: Traveling Project Manager

Primary Scope: HVAC, Piping, Plumbing

Project Size: Mechanical scopes generally $40M+

Project Types: Mission Critical, Semiconductor, Healthcare, Advanced Manufacturing, Industrial, and Large Commercial