Project Manager

Mechanical Project Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Mechanical Project Manager to oversee MEP projects. This full-charge role involves managing multiple medium to large-scale projects, with responsibilities that include preparing reports, maintaining records, securing vendor pricing, processing purchase orders, approving invoices, and maintaining correspondence with owner representatives.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the cost of goods on all assigned jobs.

• Maintain and review all RFIs, submittals, substitution requests, change proposals, project schedules, project budgets, purchase orders, and invoices for multiple projects.

• Analyze projects to determine scope, cost, and scheduling requirements.

• Obtain permits from both General Contractors and local jurisdictions.

• Arrange for returns of unused materials to vendors and ensure credit has been issued.

• Obtain drawings from General Contractors and distribute them to necessary personnel.

• Travel to multiple job locations as needed.

• Attend meetings as required.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Project management experience in construction.

• Strong history in mechanical engineering.

• Experience with sheet metal, HVAC, and plumbing.

• Proficiency in Procore software.

• Ability to handle change orders and RFIs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in construction management or a related field preferred.

• Minimum of 5+ years as a Project Manager in the commercial HVAC mechanical construction industry on projects valued at $350k or more.

Work Environment

This position requires on-site work at the office, with occasional travel to job sites. Candidates must have the ability to lift up to 60 pounds and maintain a high level of confidentiality for company projects and policy. Professional conduct is expected both internally and externally with clients and vendors.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ashburn, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $140000.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ashburn,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.