Senior Project Manager, Mechanical Systems

Mantis Innovation

. Lead site surveys and collect technical, operational, utility, and cost data .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $125,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing mechanical, utility, and energy efficiency projects, with a strong focus on HVAC systems, project budgeting, and client communication. Proven ability to lead site surveys, feasibility studies, and technical evaluations while ensuring compliance and quality standards.

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HVAC Systems ManagementProject Budgeting and Financial ReportingFeasibility Studies and Cost EstimatesClient Communication and Presentation SkillsMechanical Construction Project Management

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Hard Skills

Mechanical EngineeringConstruction ManagementEnergy Efficiency AnalysisCost EstimationLifecycle Cost AnalysisProject SchedulingChange Order ManagementTechnical Drawing InterpretationUtility Incentive ProgramsPerformance Contracting

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationMentoring and Leadership

Tools & Technologies

Project Management SoftwareEstimating SoftwareScheduling Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE)Project Management Professional (PMP)Certified Energy Manager (CEM)LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP)OSHA 10-Hour Construction Certification

Industry Keywords

Mechanical Infrastructure ProjectsUtility ModernizationCommercial ProjectsIndustrial ProjectsConstruction Safety Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead site surveys and collect technical, operational, utility, and cost data
Analyze facility infrastructure and utility systems to identify energy, water, reliability, and operational improvements
Direct feasibility studies and technical evaluations for HVAC, central plant, utility modernization, and energy efficiency projects
Develop project scopes, engineering assumptions, savings calculations, lifecycle cost analyses, and investment-grade cost estimates
Prepare and present technical recommendations, project economics, and business cases
Identify and integrate utility incentives, rebates, grants, and funding sources
Lead design engineering while ensuring technical quality, code compliance, constructability, and alignment with project objectives
Manage internal and external engineering resources
Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work, RFIs, and submittals
Manage mechanical construction, retrofit, and infrastructure projects involving HVAC systems, boilers, chillers, piping, controls, and equipment replacements
Develop and maintain schedules, short-term work plans, site logistics, and contractor coordination
Select, coordinate, and hold contractors and vendors accountable for scope, quality, safety, and schedule performance
Enforce site safety requirements and resolve field safety, quality, access, and constructability issues
Coordinate startup, commissioning, turnover, and closeout activities
Own project budgets, cost forecasts, margins, change orders, billing, and financial reporting
Monitor project risks, schedule impacts, and open issues
Serve as the primary client contact from development through closeout
Identify follow-on opportunities and support business development, proposals, and client presentations
Mentor project engineers and coordinators and improve project delivery standards, tools, and processes
Deliver at least 95% of site surveys, feasibility studies, and investment-grade cost estimates by committed deadlines
Generate at least $5 million annually in qualified project opportunities
Achieve at least 95% of scheduled milestones on time and close projects within ±5% of approved budget
Escalate field issues, safety concerns, contractor delays, and client-impacting risks within 24 hours
Submit priced change orders within 5 business days of scope changes
Keep project records current within 2 business days
Develop at least one project engineer or coordinator toward independent project responsibility

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, construction management, or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
8+ years of experience in the design, construction, or delivery of mechanical, utility, energy efficiency, or related infrastructure projects
At least 5 years managing projects from development through closeout
Strong working knowledge of HVAC, boilers, chillers, piping, controls, and central plant equipment
Experience managing project budgets, schedules, change orders, and contractors on commercial and/or industrial projects
Experience developing cost estimates, savings calculations, lifecycle cost, simple payback, and ROI analyses
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and scopes of work
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presenting technical and financial recommendations to clients and leadership
Valid driver’s license
Ability to travel regularly to client sites
Ability to navigate active project sites, including stairs, uneven surfaces, equipment and mechanical areas, and restricted spaces
Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds
Professional Engineer (PE), PMP, CEM, LEED AP, or similar credential preferred
OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification preferred
Experience with mechanical retrofits, utility incentive programs, performance contracting, design-build delivery, and project management, scheduling, or estimating software preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
FSA
HSA
401(k) matching
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Paid short-term disability
Paid long-term disability
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible hybrid work schedule for office-based employees
Professional development opportunities