Mechanical Project Manager

Position Overview

Ferguson Mechanical, a well-established commercial mechanical contractor serving Connecticut, is seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to oversee commercial HVAC and plumbing projects throughout the state.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HVAC and plumbing systems, with both field and project management experience in commercial, industrial, and institutional construction. Our projects primarily consist of schools, municipal facilities, institutional buildings, and other large-scale commercial construction projects, including new construction, renovations, and system upgrades.

This position requires a hands-on, organized professional capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining project schedules, budgets, quality standards, and strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and field personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage 1–3 concurrent mechanical construction projects ranging in value from $50,000 to $5 million.
• Oversee all phases of project execution, from initial planning and procurement through construction, commissioning, and closeout.
• Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documentation.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, cost projections, and financial reports.
• Coordinate procurement of equipment, materials, subcontractors, and other project resources to meet project schedules.
• Prepare, price, submit, and negotiate change order proposals (COPs), utilizing MCAA labor estimating standards and pricing methodologies.
• Manage contract administration, including submittals, RFIs, change orders, purchase orders, and project closeout documentation.
• Develop, review, and maintain critical path method (CPM) schedules, identifying potential delays and coordinating corrective action.
• Monitor job costs, labor productivity, material expenditures, and overall project profitability.
• Work closely with field superintendents, foremen, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure efficient project execution.
• Attend project meetings with owners, general contractors, architects, engineers, and other project stakeholders.
• Identify and resolve project conflicts, design discrepancies, scheduling issues, and unforeseen field conditions.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, change orders, and project-related costs with general contractors, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Maintain accurate project records, including purchase orders, commitments, billing documentation, and cost tracking.
• Coordinate project billing, progress payments, and contract closeout.
• Ensure projects are completed in accordance with contract requirements, applicable building codes, safety standards, and company quality expectations.
• Maintain strong client relationships and represent Ferguson Mechanical professionally throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial mechanical construction, preferably with a combination of HVAC/plumbing field experience and project management responsibilities.
• Demonstrated experience managing commercial, industrial, or institutional mechanical construction projects.
• Experience with public school construction, municipal projects, and occupied-building renovations strongly preferred.
• Thorough understanding of commercial HVAC and plumbing systems, installation methods, and construction sequencing.
• Strong ability to read and interpret mechanical plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Proficiency in MCAA labor estimating and change order pricing is required.
• Experience preparing and negotiating change order proposals (COPs).
• Knowledge of contract administration, project procurement, and purchase order management.
• Working knowledge of CPM scheduling and construction project timelines.
• Strong understanding of job costing, labor productivity, budgeting, and project profitability.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors, vendors, field crews, and multiple project stakeholders.
• Strong negotiation, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and familiarity with construction project management and estimating software.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites throughout Connecticut.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working for a commercial mechanical contractor specializing in HVAC and plumbing.
• Experience with Connecticut public works projects, prevailing wage requirements, certified payroll coordination, and public bidding procedures.
• Familiarity with construction management platforms such as Procore, Bluebeam, or similar software.
• Experience with equipment procurement, long-lead material coordination, and mechanical system commissioning.
• Knowledge of project forecasting, cost-to-complete reporting, and financial performance tracking.
• Experience managing mechanical construction in active schools, healthcare facilities, or other occupied institutional environments.

Compensation & Benefits

Ferguson Mechanical offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance with low weekly employee contributions, nine paid holidays, flexible paid time off (PTO), disability and life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions.

About Ferguson Mechanical

Ferguson Mechanical is part of Ferguson, a fourth-generation, family-owned specialty contracting company established in 1925. With a longstanding reputation for quality workmanship, reliability, and customer service, Ferguson provides comprehensive mechanical and electrical construction services throughout Connecticut.

Our mechanical division specializes in commercial HVAC, plumbing, and sheet metal construction, with the resources and expertise to successfully execute complex projects. We take pride in our experienced workforce, collaborative approach, and commitment to delivering quality projects safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

EE/EOE, M/F