Senior Mechanical Project Manager

STV • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

STV is seeking a Senior Mechanical Project Manager for its Buildings Division, based in Los Angeles, California, with placement in San Francisco or Bellevue also considered. This senior leadership role combines technical engineering, project management, client relationship management, business development, and team leadership. The position leads the planning, design, and delivery of complex building projects across healthcare, civic/municipal, transportation, federal, justice, science and technology, and commercial sectors. The successful candidate will lead high-profile projects, mentor engineering professionals, build client relationships, and help grow STV’s Buildings practice in California and the Western Region.

The role includes managing major building projects and multidisciplinary teams; overseeing project scope, schedule, budget, resources, financial performance, and overall delivery; and coordinating with clients, architects, engineers, owners, contractors, and regulatory agencies. It also provides technical leadership for HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and related mechanical systems, including engineering studies, calculations, technical reports, specifications, construction documents, QA/QC, code compliance, and construction-phase support. The manager will develop staff, coordinate staffing and resource allocation, contribute to recruiting and workforce development, and lead proposals, client pursuits, fee estimates, and strategic growth initiatives.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university, at least 15 years of relevant experience, and at least 7 years leading multidisciplinary engineering teams. A California PE license is preferred; Oregon or Washington PE registration with the ability to obtain California reciprocity within three months of hire will also be considered. Compensation is listed as $179,925.15–$205,628.74. STV offers health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off and holidays, parental and dependent-care benefits, continuing education, and professional licensure and society memberships.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• Minimum 15 years of experience designing and delivering mechanical systems for large, complex facilities.
• Minimum 7 years of experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams as a Project Manager, Discipline Lead, or Engineering Manager.
• Demonstrated success managing projects from planning and design through construction and project closeout.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, plumbing systems, central utility plants, building performance, and sustainable building design.
• Proven ability to manage project budgets, schedules, staffing, technical quality, and client relationships.
• Excellent leadership, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in California preferred; Oregon or Washington PE registration with ability to obtain California reciprocity within three months of hire will also be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Experience delivering projects in healthcare, civic/municipal, transportation, federal, justice, science and technology, and commercial market sectors.
• Working knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and BIM coordination platforms.
• Knowledge of sustainable design principles, building electrification, decarbonization strategies, and high-performance building systems.
• Familiarity with California Title 24 Energy Codes and related sustainability requirements.
• LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP), Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP), ASHRAE High Performance Building Design Professional (HBDP), or similar credential.
• Experience supporting net-zero, resiliency, sustainability, or high-performance building initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Manager for major building projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Develop and maintain client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor through project delivery.
• Lead client meetings, presentations, design workshops, and project strategy discussions.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, resources, and overall project performance.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, owners, contractors, and regulatory agencies throughout project execution.
• Monitor project financial performance and implement strategies to support project success and client satisfaction.
• Identify repeat-business opportunities and support strategic business development.
• Lead design and coordination of HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and related mechanical systems.
• Direct preparation of engineering studies, calculations, technical reports, specifications, and construction documents.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, industry standards, owner requirements, and regulatory criteria.
• Oversee QA/QC processes for mechanical deliverables.
• Develop sustainable, energy-efficient engineering solutions that improve building performance and resiliency.
• Provide construction-phase technical leadership, including reviewing submittals, RFIs, shop drawings, commissioning activities, and field observations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop engineers and designers in project design, delivery, and client engagement.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture focused on technical excellence and professional growth.
• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, performance management, succession planning, and workforce development.
• Coordinate staffing and resource allocation to support project and departmental objectives.
• Lead proposal development, including technical approaches, staffing plans, fee estimates, schedules, and project execution strategies.
• Prepare and review scopes of work, labor projections, and project budgets.
• Participate in client pursuits, interviews, presentations, and industry networking.
• Support strategic growth initiatives and expand STV’s presence in key market sectors.

Benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and transit and parking where applicable
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Back-Up Dependent Care
• Parental Leave
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional licensure and society memberships

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior