Project Engineer - Commercial HVAC & Mechanical Construction

Pay: $60,000-$65,000 YR/DOE |

Location:

Tampa, FL | Weekly Pay | Full Benefits

Located in Tampa, FL, this opportunity is ideal for experience administrators throughout the surrounding area. Candidates from St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Brandon and nearby communities are encouraged to apply.

Seeking a detail-oriented Project Engineer to support the planning, coordination, and execution of large-scale commercial HVAC and mechanical construction projects. This role focuses on chiller systems, chilled water systems, central plants, and commercial mechanical infrastructure. The Project Engineer will collaborate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and field teams to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

• Company Truck Provided – Company vehicle for work-related travel.
• Company Gas Card – Fuel expenses covered for authorized business use.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – 10 days of PTO available after just 30 days of employment.
• Paid Holidays – Enjoy company-observed holidays with pay.

• Coordinate daily project activities, schedules, equipment procurement, and material deliveries.
• Review mechanical drawings, HVAC plans, specifications, and installation requirements.
• Manage project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and progress reports.
• Monitor project budgets, timelines, installation progress, and quality standards.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, engineers, and field personnel.
• Assist with equipment startup, testing, commissioning, and project closeout.

• Background in commercial HVAC, mechanical construction, or related building systems preferred.
• OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 Certifications
• Understanding of chillers, chilled water systems, cooling towers, pumps, and mechanical equipment.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and construction specifications.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Procore, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, or Revit is a plus.
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• Ability to visit active construction sites as needed.

Candidates with experience in large commercial HVAC installations, chiller replacements, central plants, hospitals, data centers, or other complex mechanical construction projects are highly encouraged to apply.

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance

All employees must have proper PPE including steel toed boots as needed.

All SLS employees are required to comply with our Substance Abuse Prevention Policy as a condition of employment. SLS may condition offers of employment upon taking and passing of a post-offer/pre-employment drug screen.

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