A growing mechanical contractor is seeking a Senior Project Engineer with a Mechanical Engineering degree who is looking to build a long-term career toward Project Management within commercial mechanical construction.
The company specializes in design-build HVAC and plumbing projects across complex commercial environments including life science, laboratory, and advanced technology facilities. This role works closely with Project Managers, field teams, and engineering leadership to support projects from preconstruction through closeout.
This is a strong opportunity for someone early in their career who wants hands-on exposure to both technical and operational sides of mechanical construction.
Key Responsibilities
Support Project Managers with day-to-day project coordination and execution
Assist with RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation
Review MEP drawings, specifications, and mechanical scopes
Coordinate material procurement, deliveries, and tracking logs
Assist with budgeting, cost tracking, and schedule updates
Support design-build coordination with engineering and field teams
Participate in project meetings with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams
Help manage project closeout including punch lists and O&M documentation
Work closely with field operations to support installation and project progress
Assist estimating and preconstruction teams when needed
Project Types
Life science and laboratory facilities
Commercial and institutional buildings
Advanced technology and specialized environments
Design-build HVAC and mechanical systems
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required
1–5 years of experience in mechanical construction or engineering preferred
Strong interest in pursuing a Project Manager career path
Experience or exposure to commercial HVAC systems preferred
Plumbing knowledge is a plus
Familiarity with Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office
Ability to read and interpret MEP drawings and specifications
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Compensation & Benefits
Partial ESOP participation
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)
Paid holidays and PTO
Mentorship and long-term growth into Project Management
Exposure to complex design-build mechanical projects
Numbers & Facts
Location
Sacramento, CA
Skills
Biologyunmatched
Budget Managementunmatched
Change Requests/Ordersunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Constructionunmatched
Construction Engineeringunmatched
Dental Insuranceunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Environmental Sciencesunmatched
HVACunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Mechanical Designunmatched
Mechanical Engineeringunmatched
Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP)unmatched
Mentoringunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Operational Supportunmatched
Plumbingunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Project Close-Outunmatched
Project Engineeringunmatched
Project Executionunmatched
Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
Project/Program Managementunmatched
Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
Vision Planunmatched
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