Project Manager​/Senior Project Manager — Mechanical HVAC; Utility Plant

Project Manager / Senior Project Manager
- Mechanical HVAC (Central Utility Plant) About the Company

Join one of the West Coast's most respected employee-owned mechanical construction firms, recognized for delivering complex HVAC, piping, plumbing, and building automation projects across aviation, healthcare, commercial, industrial, and mission-critical environments. With decades of experience executing large-scale infrastructure projects, the company has built a reputation for technical excellence, long-standing client partnerships, and a field-first approach to project delivery.

As a 100% employee-owned organization (ESOP), every employee has a direct stake in the company's success. The culture emphasizes collaboration, accountability, innovation, and long-term career growth, offering team members the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while sharing in the organization's achievements.

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager / Senior Project Manager
- Mechanical HVAC (Central Utility Plant) to lead large, high-profile mechanical construction projects within a major airport environment. This role is ideal for a proven construction leader with deep expertise in HVAC systems, Central Utility Plants (CUP), chilled water infrastructure, and mechanical project execution.

The successful candidate will oversee projects valued at $25M+, taking ownership of financial performance, project delivery, client relationships, change management, and field execution. This position offers the opportunity to manage long-term airport infrastructure projects while working alongside a highly collaborative team in a dynamic, employee-owned environment.

• Lead the successful delivery of large-scale HVAC and mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Manage Central Utility Plant (CUP) systems, including chilled water plants, chillers, distribution infrastructure, and related mechanical systems.
• Own project financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, cost controls, profit and loss management, and financial reporting.
• Prepare, negotiate, and manage change orders while maintaining accurate project documentation.
• Direct and coordinate union mechanical labor, including sheet metal and related trades.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects across airport terminals and infrastructure facilities.
• Collaborate with owners, consultants, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams to achieve project goals.
• Review drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and contract documents to ensure scope alignment and constructability.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestone tracking, and critical path execution plans.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular status updates to stakeholders and executive leadership.
• Drive safety, quality, productivity, and client satisfaction throughout all phases of construction.
• Proactively identify project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Utilize project management and coordination tools including Autodesk Build/ACC Build, Navisworks, Revit, and Bluebeam.
• Support design-build delivery efforts through collaboration with engineering and design teams.
• Mentor project engineers, assistant project managers, and field personnel to support team development and project success.
• Maintain a strong field presence, regularly visiting jobsites to monitor progress, support field teams, and ensure successful execution.

• 5+ years of project management experience in mechanical construction, HVAC construction, or related industrial/commercial environments.
• Demonstrated success managing large-scale HVAC or mechanical construction projects valued at $25M or greater.
• Proven experience with Central Utility Plants (CUP), chilled water systems, chiller plants, and related infrastructure.
• Experience working for a mechanical contractor or mechanical subcontractor.
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, piping systems, mechanical engineering principles, and construction methodologies.
• Experience managing project budgets, forecasting, cost controls, and change order processes.
• Background coordinating union labor and managing field operations.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing multiple projects and priorities in fast-paced environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management software platforms.
• Valid driver's license with the ability to travel between project locations.

• Experience delivering airport, healthcare, industrial, mission-critical, or large infrastructure projects.
• Prior experience working within active airport facilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience in design-build project delivery.
• Sheet metal union experience.
• Familiarity with Autodesk Build,…