Mechanical Project Engineer

Yearout Mechanical is a New Mexico based company specializing in the installation of mechanical and process systems for the commercial, government, manufacturing and industrial communities of New Mexico and Texas. Since our incorporation in August of 1964, Yearout Mechanical has consistently grown and expanded its capabilities, reaching its present position as the premier mechanical contractor in New Mexico. Our mission is to be invaluable to our partners (clients, vendors, industry, and employees) so they cannot imagine success without us, by providing comfortable, reliable and efficient mechanical systems that meet our partners’ needs.

As a Project Engineer, you’ll be the operational hub for complex mechanical (HVAC/Plumbing) projects—partnering with Project Managers and field teams to keep scope, schedule, cost, quality, and safety on track. You’ll touch everything from documentation and scheduling to BIM/CADD coordination, vendor management, and client communication.

• Own RFIs, submittals, change orders (COR/CO), meeting minutes, and logs.
• Update master schedules (labor, equipment, fabrication, rentals); flag risks and pull-forward options.
• Support job cost control, vendor pricing, POs, and progress billings.
• Assist QA/QC, pre-task/hazard analyses, site walks, and toolbox talks; drive punchlist closure.
• Coordinate model updates and field integration with VDC/CADD partners.
• Prep for and participate in project meetings; support subcontractor selection and oversight.
• Assemble O&M manuals, as-builts, and final turnover documents.

• Construction Management or Mechanical Engineering degree and 3–5 years in commercial construction or 10+ years relevant mechanical construction experience in lieu of degree.
• HVAC/Plumbing mechanical contractor experience on mid-to-large commercial projects (preferred).
• Bluebeam, MS Project, Excel/Word; familiarity with BIM/CADD workflows (Revit/Navis/AutoCAD a plus).
• Organized, detail-driven, great follow-through; clear written/verbal communication; collaborative with GC/owner and trade partners.
• Onsite/in-office; sponsorship not available; remote option not available.

• Experience with submittal workflows, procurement, and vendor negotiations.
• Exposure to estimating/takeoffs and preconstruction reviews.
• Understanding of safety programs and quality systems in a self-perform environment.

Health & Welfare:
Company Paid medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, accident & sickness benefit, basic group life and AD&D, and Employee Assistance Program.

Time Off Benefits:
Paid vacation, company-paid holidays, and paid sick leave.

Financial Benefits:

401(k) retirement savings plan.

Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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