HVAC Infrastructure Project Manager - Washington, DC

Compass Group•Washington, DC

5d•$100,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

Working as an Infrastructure Project Manager, you will lead, coordinate, and oversee all aspects of facilities infrastructure and capital projects under the guidance of the Director of Facilities. This role is responsible for managing a team of MEP trade staff, ensuring operational excellence, and delivering projects safely, on time, and within budget.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field preferred
5+ years of infrastructure, MEP, or facilities experience in a hospital or healthcare environment
Minimum 2 years of project management experience, preferably in healthcare or institutional settings
Demonstrated experience managing MEP trades or maintenance staff
Strong knowledge of engineering systems, construction practices, and applicable codes and regulations
Proven ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, and schedules simultaneously

Nice To Haves

Previous hands-on maintenance or facilities experience preferred

Responsibilities

Own and oversee all capital projects and owner-requested initiatives across the facility
Lead and manage a team of MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) trade staff, including scheduling, performance management, and workforce planning
Conduct annual performance reviews, provide coaching, and actively motivate and develop staff
Manage water intrusion investigations and remediation projects, including root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
Develop project scopes and budgets in collaboration with the Director of Facilities
Prepare consultant scopes of work and develop RFPs/bid packages
Lead bid evaluations and vendor selection with leadership support
Ensure all vendors are properly prequalified for safety, financial stability, and technical capability
Oversee all pre-construction activities including studies, testing, cost estimating, and design coordination
Ensure adherence to facility design standards and regulatory requirements
Perform technical design reviews to ensure quality, maintainability, and alignment with approved budgets
Manage all project documentation including purchase orders (POs), change orders (COs), RFIs, and submittals
Maintain accurate project tracking reports, financials (budgets, commitments, actuals), and change order logs
Collect and manage existing drawings and documentation for project use
Supervise construction activities to ensure compliance with contract scope, safety standards, and project timelines
Coordinate activities between project management, plant operations, and contractors
Facilitate contractor access to critical infrastructure spaces (mechanical/electrical rooms)
Oversee lockout/tagout procedures, pedestrian control, and site safety coordination
Retain and manage expediters and special inspection agencies; ensure all required inspections are completed
Maintain required permits, signage, and regulatory documentation at job sites
Manage punch lists and ensure timely project closeout
Collect and archive all closeout documentation including O&M manuals, warranties, and spare parts lists
Ensure all project documentation is properly organized and archived for future reference