Project Manager - Commercial HVAC / Mechanical Construction

Location: Orange, California, United States

Workplace: on_site

Employment Type: full

Description

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to lead commercial HVAC and mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through installation and final closeout. The ideal candidate has a strong background in commercial mechanical contracting, with hands-on responsibility for project budgets, schedules, field operations, subcontractors, and client relationships.

This role is suited for a results-driven professional who can manage multiple aspects of project execution, resolve field challenges, control costs, and deliver projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial HVAC and mechanical construction projects from initial planning and estimating handoff through installation, commissioning, and closeout.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, cost projections, and labor plans to ensure timely and profitable project delivery.
• Coordinate field personnel, subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to maintain productivity, quality, and jobsite safety.
• Review mechanical drawings, specifications, submittals, and equipment selections to identify potential issues and address scope discrepancies.
• Manage RFIs, change orders, procurement activities, and project documentation throughout the construction process.
• Monitor job costs, labor hours, material expenses, and subcontractor costs, taking corrective action when projects fall outside budget.
• Maintain communication with general contractors, owners, engineers, inspectors, and internal project teams.
• Coordinate permits, inspections, equipment deliveries, system startup, testing, and commissioning.
• Oversee punch lists, warranty documentation, project turnover, and final closeout activities.

Requirements

• 5+ years of project management experience in commercial HVAC, mechanical contracting, or commercial mechanical construction.
• Proven ability to independently manage commercial mechanical projects from preconstruction through completion.
• Strong understanding of commercial HVAC systems, mechanical installations, construction drawings, specifications, and field operations.
• Experience managing project budgets, job costing, scheduling, RFIs, change orders, and subcontractor performance.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications and resolve technical issues.
• Experience working directly with general contractors, owners, engineers, and inspectors on commercial construction projects.
• Proficiency with construction project management software, scheduling tools, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Direct commercial HVAC or mechanical contracting experience is required. Residential-only HVAC experience will not qualify.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health insurance.
• Retirement plan options.
• Paid time off.
• Additional company-sponsored benefits.