Project Manager (Mechanical Engineer) - Dallas

O'Connell Robertson•Dallas, TX

16d

About The Position

O’Connell Robertson is seeking a project manager and mechanical engineer to support the growth of its North Texas engineering team. The role collaborates with architectural and engineering teams to deliver MEP construction documents and develop mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems from schematic design through construction administration. It provides design solutions for education and healthcare facilities, coordinates MEP systems across disciplines, and supports site observations and field reviews to confirm installations align with design intent. The role also involves staying current with design trends, building codes, and industry innovations, and maintaining regular communication with colleagues in other firm offices. The company describes itself as a collaborative, design-focused firm with a 75-year legacy. It emphasizes strong relationships, design that positively impacts communities, inspiring workspaces, excellent compensation and benefits, personal and career development, workplace diversity, and flexible work schedules and locations.

Requirements

5–10+ years of professional MEP design experience in an engineering firm.
Self-motivated, driven, and growth-minded.
Experience with Revit.
Working knowledge of applicable building codes, energy codes, and MEP standards, including IMC, IPC, NEC, and NFPA.
Familiarity with engineering calculations, including load calculations, equipment sizing, and duct and pipe sizing.
Project management skills, including schedule development and maintenance, proposal writing, scope definition, and client communication.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects at various stages simultaneously.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to collaborate across disciplines and with clients.
Proficiency in Bluebeam and Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, architectural engineering, or a related field preferred.
Experience with education or healthcare projects strongly preferred.
Experience coordinating MEP models within a multidiscipline BIM environment preferred.
PE licensure or active pursuit of PE licensure.
Knowledge of Newforma.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with architectural and engineering project teams to deliver high-quality MEP construction documents across projects of varying scales.
Contribute to the development of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems from schematic design through construction administration.
Provide innovative MEP design solutions for education and healthcare facilities.
Coordinate MEP systems with architectural, structural, and civil disciplines to support integration and constructability.
Support project teams in conducting site observations and field reviews to ensure MEP installations align with design intent.
Stay current with MEP design trends, building codes, and industry innovations.
Communicate and collaborate regularly with team members in other firm offices.
Manage project schedules, write proposals, define scopes, and communicate with clients.