Mechanical Project Manager

Job Title: Mechanical Project Manager

Location: Frederick, Maryland

Industry: Mechanical Construction / Sheet Metal Fabrication

Salary: $85,000-$100,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications

Key Skills: Mechanical Construction, Sheet Metal Fabrication, Project Management, Construction Scheduling, Budget Management, Cost Control, Contract Administration, Construction Drawings, Client Relations, Team Leadership, Quality Assurance, Jobsite Safety

Our client is an established mechanical and sheet metal fabrication company with more than 70 years of industry experience. The company operates a modern fabrication facility producing custom metal components and serves mechanical contractors, general contractors, corporations, and institutions throughout the region.

We are seeking a hands-on Mechanical Project Manager to oversee construction projects from initial planning through completion. This role will coordinate employees, clients, contractors, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders while managing project schedules, budgets, contracts, quality, safety, and day-to-day execution.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on construction professional with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining effective relationships with clients and project stakeholders.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary of $85,000-$100,000
• Established company with more than 70 years of mechanical construction and fabrication experience
• Comprehensive insurance and retirement benefits
• Onsite health clinic and nursing support for enrolled employees
• $400/month vehicle allowance and gas card
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Long-term career opportunity

Responsibilities

Project Planning & Coordination

• Lead project planning and coordinate with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders
• Develop detailed project scopes, work descriptions, material requirements, schedules, and budgets
• Schedule and coordinate project activities to meet established milestones and deadlines
• Coordinate employees, contractors, tradespeople, and other project resources
• Monitor project progress and address issues that could affect schedule, cost, or quality

Budget & Cost Management

• Prepare and submit budget estimates
• Communicate project costs and financial progress to clients
• Monitor project expenses and identify potential cost issues
• Make adjustments when unexpected project conditions arise
• Help ensure projects remain aligned with established budgets and financial objectives

Contract Administration

• Manage contract negotiations, revisions, additions, and contractual obligations
• Review project requirements and ensure compliance with contract terms
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and internal teams regarding contractual matters
• Maintain appropriate project documentation throughout the project lifecycle

Construction & Quality Management

• Review engineering drawings, architectural plans, specifications, and construction documents
• Ensure employees and contractors meet project specifications and quality standards
• Monitor project activities to ensure work is completed according to established requirements
• Coordinate responses to construction, design, and operational issues
• Address project delays, weather disruptions, emergencies, and other unforeseen challenges
• Support jobsite safety and compliance requirements

Client & Team Management

• Build and maintain productive relationships with owners, managers, designers, supervisors, tradespeople, and craft workers
• Communicate project updates, challenges, and requirements clearly
• Coordinate with project stakeholders to resolve issues and maintain project progress
• Work collaboratively with field and office teams
• Manage multiple projects and competing priorities effectively

Qualifications

• 3+ years of leadership experience within the construction industry or a related field
• Mechanical construction experience preferred
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, architectural plans, specifications, and construction documents
• Experience with construction scheduling, budgeting, cost control, and contract administration
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to coordinate project teams
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and active listening skills
• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
• Ability to remain composed during demanding workloads and tight deadlines
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Ability to work in-person in Frederick, Maryland

Preferred Experience

• Mechanical construction project management
• Sheet metal fabrication
• HVAC or related mechanical systems
• Experience coordinating contractors, tradespeople, and design professionals
• Experience managing construction budgets and project costs
• Experience working with fabrication operations
• Experience managing multiple construction projects simultaneously

Work Environment

• Full-time, in-person position based in Frederick, Maryland
• Regular coordination with clients, contractors, project teams, and design professionals
• May require construction site visits and project oversight
• Active involvement in monitoring project progress, safety, quality, and schedule
• Combination of office-based project management and field coordination

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance with long-term care
• 401(k)
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Onsite health clinic
• 24/7 nurse support for enrolled employees
• $400/month vehicle allowance
• Gas card