Project Manager - Commercial HVAC / Mechanical Construction

AlphaX•Orange, CA

About The Position

AlphaHire is recruiting on behalf of an established mechanical contractor specializing in commercial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems and installations. The Project Manager leads commercial HVAC and mechanical construction projects, owning execution from preconstruction through closeout. The role covers project scheduling, budgeting, subcontractor performance, field operations, and client communication, with the goal of delivering quality installations safely, on schedule, and within budget while maintaining project profitability.

Requirements

At least 5 years of project management experience in commercial HVAC, mechanical contracting, or commercial construction projects involving mechanical systems.
Direct ownership of commercial mechanical projects from preconstruction through closeout; experience limited to project coordination or administrative support is not sufficient.
Strong understanding of HVAC installation, mechanical drawings, construction specifications, equipment procurement, and field execution.
Experience managing project budgets, job costing, change orders, RFIs, subcontractors, and construction schedules.
Proficiency with construction project management software, scheduling tools, and standard office applications.
Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications and resolve technical issues with field teams and design professionals.
Experience working directly with general contractors, owners, engineers, and inspectors in an active commercial construction environment.
Commercial HVAC or mechanical contracting experience is required; residential-only HVAC experience is insufficient.

Responsibilities

Lead commercial HVAC and mechanical construction projects from estimating handoff and preconstruction through installation, commissioning, and final closeout.
Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, cost forecasts, and labor plans to meet contractual milestones and profitability targets.
Direct field teams, subcontractors, and vendors to maintain productivity, installation quality, and jobsite safety.
Review mechanical drawings, specifications, submittals, and equipment selections to identify scope gaps and resolve constructability issues.
Manage RFIs, change orders, procurement schedules, and documentation to prevent delays and control project costs.
Monitor job costing, labor hours, material expenditures, and subcontractor costs to identify and address budget variances.
Serve as the primary point of contact for general contractors, owners, engineers, inspectors, and internal field personnel.
Track permitting, inspections, equipment deliveries, startup, testing, and commissioning to support timely project completion.
Lead project closeout activities, including punch lists, turnover documentation, warranty coordination, and client handoff.