HVAC/Plumbing Project Manager

Opportunity Profile

Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Position Title: Project Manager/Senior Project Manager (Mechanical HVAC & Plumbing)

The Opportunity:
A well-established mechanical contracting organization is seeking a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager to join a respected business entering a significant period of transition, growth, and succession planning. This opportunity is ideal for either an emerging mechanical construction professional ready to step into project management or an experienced project leader looking to expand their influence within an entrepreneurial, relationship-driven company.

This individual will play a critical role in overseeing HVAC, plumbing, piping, and related mechanical construction projects from turnover through closeout. The position carries direct responsibility for managing project schedules, budgets, customer relationships, subcontractor coordination, purchasing activities, change orders, cash flow, and overall project profitability. Projects typically range from approximately $500,000 to $750,000, with select projects exceeding $2 million.

Beyond project execution, the position offers a unique long-term career path. As the company continues its ownership transition and leadership succession initiatives, this individual will have the opportunity to grow into broader operational, estimating, leadership, and potentially executive-level responsibilities. For the right candidate, this is not simply a project management role. It is an opportunity to establish themselves as a future leader within an organization that values internal advancement and recognizes performance, initiative, and accountability.

The successful candidate will immediately impact the business by helping absorb an active project workload, supporting field operations, maintaining strong customer communication, and ensuring projects are delivered successfully and profitably. As trust and experience are developed, this role can evolve into a key leadership position within the company’s future organizational structure.

The Company:
Founded nearly three decades ago, this organization has established itself as a respected mechanical contracting company serving the greater Pittsburgh region. The organization performs HVAC, plumbing, piping, mechanical construction, retrofit, renovation, and plan-specification work across a diverse portfolio of commercial, healthcare, office, and institutional facilities.

With approximately 22 office employees and 45 field personnel, the company combines the capabilities of a well-established contractor with the agility and accessibility of a privately held business. The company maintains a reputation for quality execution, strong customer relationships, and a practical, team-focused approach to project delivery.

A defining feature of the organization is its culture. Unlike highly structured corporate organizations, the company operates with a family-oriented philosophy that emphasizes flexibility, accountability, communication, and ownership. Employees are trusted to manage their responsibilities, perform at a high level, and contribute to the overall success of the business. Team members enjoy direct access to leadership, collaborative support from multiple departments, and the opportunity to influence the future direction of the organization.

The company is also undergoing a planned leadership transition, creating significant opportunities for ambitious professionals who want to build a long-term career and participate in the next chapter of the business.

The Boss:
This position reports directly to the company President, a respected industry veteran with more than 25 years of service to the organization.

The President’s career reflects the type of advancement opportunity available within the company. Beginning as a service technician, he progressed through increasingly responsible roles including Service Superintendent, Service Manager, Vice President of Operations, and ultimately President. His hands-on experience throughout virtually every level of the business has given him a practical and highly operational leadership style.

He values responsiveness, accountability, communication, and customer service above all else. He believes successful project managers stay connected to their projects, actively communicate with customers and internal teams, visit jobsites regularly, and provide timely project updates. He is passionate about developing future leaders and recognizes the importance of succession planning as the organization prepares for the next generation of leadership.

Candidates joining the company will benefit from direct interaction with executive leadership, exposure to company operations, and the opportunity to learn from a leader who has successfully built his career from the field into executive leadership.

The Position:
The Project Manager / Senior Project Manager will oversee multiple HVAC, plumbing, piping, and mechanical construction projects while serving as the primary point of coordination between customers, subcontractors, field personnel, vendors, accounting, and internal stakeholders.

This role requires a combination of technical understanding, strong communication skills, financial management capabilities, and leadership. The successful candidate must be capable of managing project execution while proactively identifying opportunities to improve project performance, customer satisfaction, and profitability.

Depending on experience level, the individual may also provide mentorship and guidance to other project managers and become increasingly involved in operational leadership initiatives.

Essential Functions (Other duties may be assigned):

• Manage HVAC, plumbing, piping, and mechanical construction projects from turnover through closeout.
• Lead project meetings with customers, contractors, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, purchasing activities, and change orders.
• Coordinate project schedules among subcontractors, field personnel, suppliers, and internal departments.
• Review and interpret plans, specifications, submittals, and construction drawings.
• Conduct regular jobsite visits and monitor project progress.
• Prepare detailed project updates and field reports following meetings and site visits.
• Maintain strong communication with customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Work closely with accounting personnel to support project billing and cash flow management.
• Monitor project profitability and assist in identifying opportunities for operational improvement.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support field teams in achieving project schedules, quality objectives, and operational goals.

Qualifications:

• Experience within mechanical construction, HVAC, plumbing, piping, mechanical contracting, or related construction disciplines.
• Understanding of mechanical systems and construction processes.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and stakeholder relationships.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Strong customer-service orientation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Office 365.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites.

Education and Experience:

• Mechanical construction industry experience required.
• Experience as a Project Engineer, Project Coordinator, Assistant Project Manager, Project Manager, or Senior Project Manager within mechanical contracting environments preferred.
• Experience with HVAC, plumbing, piping, and mechanical systems strongly preferred.
• Experience managing plan-and-specification projects preferred.
• Experience using project management software within the construction industry preferred.
• Additional consideration will be given to candidates ready to advance from a Project Engineer or Assistant Project Manager role into project management leadership.

Work Environment:

This position operates within a collaborative office and construction project environment. The role combines office-based project management responsibilities with routine visits to active jobsites throughout the Pittsburgh market. Candidates should be comfortable interacting with customers, contractors, subcontractors, field personnel, and internal teams.

The organization maintains a family-oriented culture built on trust, accountability, flexibility, and teamwork. The company values professionals who take ownership of their work, communicate effectively, and contribute to long-term company success. While the company expects strong performance and responsiveness, employees enjoy a supportive environment with direct access to decision-makers and meaningful opportunities for growth.

Compensation:

The company offers a highly competitive compensation package that is commensurate with experience and responsibility level. The organization also provides a comprehensive benefits program, vehicle or vehicle allowance options, and significant long-term career advancement opportunities through its succession planning and leadership development initiatives.