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Job Title: Mechanical Project Manager

Job Description

The Mechanical Project Manager leads complex commercial mechanical construction projects from planning through closeout. This role oversees project financial performance, scheduling, subcontractor and vendor coordination, and client relationships while ensuring high-quality delivery across diverse projects such as data centers, healthcare facilities, K–12 schools, and multifamily developments.

Responsibilities

• Track and forecast project-level financials and present clear, accurate reports to executives at regular intervals.
• Produce, update, and manage detailed project schedules to ensure on-time delivery of all project milestones.
• Coordinate daily with field supervisors, foremen, fabrication shop foremen, VDC/CAD/detailing personnel, project engineers, and project accountants to align project activities and resolve issues.
• Lead change management efforts by assembling estimates, budgets, and proposals for change orders and scope adjustments.
• Manage subcontractors and vendors, including scope clarification, performance oversight, and issue resolution throughout the project lifecycle.
• Negotiate contracts and commercial terms with clients, subcontractors, and vendors to support project and company objectives.
• Attend project meetings with internal teams, clients, and partners to communicate status, address risks, and drive decisions.
• Review and manage RFIs, change orders, and related project documentation to maintain accurate records and minimize risk.
• Oversee mechanical construction activities including HVAC, piping systems, and plumbing to ensure compliance with project specifications and quality standards.
• Mentor and develop subordinates, including project engineers and other junior team members, by providing guidance, feedback, and training.
• Manage client relationships by serving as a primary point of contact, addressing concerns promptly, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Identify and support opportunities for future work by maintaining strong client relationships and delivering successful project outcomes.

Essential Skills

• 3–10 years of project management experience for a mechanical contractor, specifically in commercial mechanical construction.
• Proven experience in commercial construction and mechanical construction, including HVAC, piping systems, and plumbing.
• Demonstrated project management expertise, including planning, execution, and closeout of mechanical construction projects.
• Strong proficiency in project scheduling and managing project timelines.
• Experience with contract negotiation, including terms, pricing, and scope for construction projects.
• Hands-on experience with change management, including assembling estimates, budgets, proposals, and managing change orders.
• Ability to manage RFIs and other project documentation in a structured and timely manner.
• Proficiency with project management software and tools used in construction environments.
• Relevant bachelor’s degree or completed apprenticeship in a related field.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, including field supervisors, foremen, fabrication shops, VDC/CAD/detailing teams, project engineers, and project accountants.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to report financials and project status to executives.
• Proven ability to manage subcontractors and vendors effectively.
• Track record of building and maintaining strong client relationships.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Procore or similar construction project management platforms.
• Background in commercial mechanical projects such as data centers, healthcare facilities, K–12 schools, and multifamily developments.
• Experience working within a privately owned organization or similar environment.
• Ability to mentor and develop junior team members and contribute to a collaborative team culture.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in documentation, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with a diverse project portfolio.
• Familiarity with profit-sharing or bonus-driven performance environments.

Work Environment

This role operates fully in-office with no remote work option. You will work closely with field teams, fabrication shops, VDC/CAD/detailing personnel, project engineers, and project accountants in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. The company offers a large-organization structure with a family-oriented feel, emphasizing strong relationships and long-term growth. The project portfolio is diverse and busy, including data centers, healthcare facilities, K–12 schools, and multifamily projects. The organization provides strong benefits, including comprehensive healthcare for employees, vision coverage, 401(k) match, profit sharing, and bonus potential, supporting both professional and personal well-being.

This is a Permanent position based out of Tigard, OR.

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Medical, Dental, and Vision • 401K with Company Match • STD, LTD, Voluntary Life benefits • Paid Time off

This is a fully onsite position in Tigard,OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

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