HVAC Project Manager / Mechanical Engineer (MEP)

We are hiring an HVAC Project Manager / Mechanical Engineer (MEP) to serve as the primary design engineer and project lead for a full-service MEP consulting engineering firm in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. With over 90 years of delivering mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection solutions across K-12 and higher education, healthcare, senior living, hospitality, and recreation sectors, this firm handles 100+ projects annually. You will step into a people-first environment with free onsite parking, outstanding benefits, and a clear path for advancement.

This role is both technical and client-facing. You will lead HVAC system design from concept through construction administration while managing project schedules, client relationships, and junior engineering staff.

What You'll Be Doing

• Serve as the primary HVAC/Mechanical Engineer and lead designer for assigned projects
• Perform HVAC system design, engineering calculations, equipment selection, and construction document preparation
• Utilize AutoCAD and Revit to develop and review design drawings
• Coordinate with architects, owners, contractors, and internal engineering disciplines throughout project execution
• Manage project schedules, deliverables, budgets, and technical quality
• Participate in client meetings, design reviews, site visits, and field surveys
• Review submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and construction-related documentation
• Prepare project specifications, cost estimates, and bidding documents
• Support construction administration activities and resolve field issues
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and design oversight to junior engineering staff
• Ensure all designs comply with applicable building codes, industry standards, and client requirements

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
• 5–10+ years of HVAC/Mechanical Engineering experience in a consulting engineering environment
• Strong experience designing HVAC systems for commercial, institutional, healthcare, or industrial building types
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit; experience with HVAC load calculations and equipment sizing
• Experience managing projects and serving as the primary engineering contact for clients
• Experience supporting construction administration, RFIs, submittals, and site observations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; PE license preferred but not required

Benefits

Competitive salary of $100,000–$110,000, outstanding benefits, free onsite parking, and a people-first work culture with strong advancement opportunities.

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