Project Manager - Mechanical HVAC Installation

A well established Mechanical Contractor and Licensed Master Plumber in New York City is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee major mechanical and plumbing installation projects throughout NYC and the five boroughs. The company delivers large scale upgrades including boiler plants, heating systems, domestic hot water systems, HVAC equipment, controls, mechanical room repipes, energy efficiency retrofits, and capital improvement projects.

This is a leadership role for a hands on, operations driven professional who thrives in fast paced environments and takes ownership of project performance. Typical project values range from 5M to 30M.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary: $125,000 to $160,000 per year based on experience
Job Type: Full time, in person

Benefits:

• 401k with company match

• Yearly Performance Based Bonus

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Life insurance

• Flexible spending account and health savings account options

• Paid time off and parental leave

• Retirement plan

Role Overview

The Project Manager is responsible for directing all phases of mechanical and HVAC installation projects, ensuring successful delivery from planning through commissioning. This includes schedule, budget, field supervision, client communication, and contract execution. Key functions include:

• Leading an Assistant Project Manager and supporting their development

• Reviewing design documents, bid packages, scopes of work, and budgets

• Developing and maintaining project schedules and progress tracking

• Securing permits, inspections, and all required signoffs

• Coordinating field crews, subcontractors, and daily work execution

• Monitoring labor hours, equipment costs, and material usage to maintain budget goals

• Managing full contract scope and ensuring completion of all deliverables

• Preparing change orders, cost impacts, and communicating approvals with clients

• Planning and overseeing procurement with vendors and manufacturers

• Participating in project meetings with architects, engineers, clients, and city agencies

• Managing site logistics and building access with property management

• Conducting equipment start up, commissioning coordination, and end user training

• Maintaining project logs including RFIs, submittals, punch lists, change orders, and closeout documentation

Experience and Skills Needed

The ideal candidate is an experienced mechanical construction leader with strong technical knowledge and field management skills. Requirements include:

• Minimum 5 years of project management experience in mechanical or HVAC construction

• Significant boiler experience (minimum 5 years) is strongly preferred

• Strong understanding of steam and hydronic heating, domestic hot water systems, pumps, fuel and gas systems, plumbing, mechanical code, and basic electrical

• Familiarity with chillers, cooling systems, fans, and controls is a plus

• Experience supervising mechanical crews and managing multiple active job sites

• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and engineering documents

• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with clients and project partners

• Highly organized, detail focused, and able to prioritize in a fast paced environment

• Proficiency with project management platforms such as Asana or BuildOps

• Degree in mechanical engineering or project management preferred

• Proven history of successfully delivering mechanical installation projects

The above salary range represents Cobalt's good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible base compensation range at the time of posting and is one part of the total rewards package this client provides to employees.

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