Mechanical Project Manager - Los Angeles

Position Summary The Mechanical Project Manager is responsible for managing, coordinating, and designing complex engineering projects in collaboration with designers and engineers, other design consultants, and clients. This role plays a key part in developing project drawings and specifications, performing engineering calculations, providing quality assurance, delivering technically sound and code‑compliant design solutions, and ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget. The Project Manager shall be responsible for managing and executing multiple design projects simultaneously. This role requires direct involvement throughout the design process, from project kickoff through project close‑out, ensuring adherence to project scope, budget, and schedule requirements, while delivering exceptional client experiences. Project Management responsibilities include design and engineering of heating and cooling generation, water and air distribution (piping and ductwork), controls and instrumentation, with a general understanding of related disciplines such as electrical, structural, and architectural through collaboration with internal and external project teams. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Manage the discipline specific scope and project execution for assigned projects. Ensure assigned projects are aligned with scope, schedule, and budget. Oversee the discipline specific design and assign tasks to Designers and Senior Designers. Communicate with clients and external stakeholders as the primary point of contact for assigned projects for the associated discipline, including attending meetings and handling email correspondence. Develop and coordinate design solutions from concept through project close‑out. Collaborate directly with engineers, designers, and other design consultants to interpret project goals and execute project requirements. Translate project requirements into coordinated drawing packages and technical documents using AutoCAD, Revit, and related tools. Prepare written specifications to accompany project design drawings. Participate in internal and client‑facing design meetings. Contribute design insight and present solutions to complex problems. Review proposals and ensure project adherence. Ensure alignment with scope, schedule, and project budget. Prepare and coordinate project deliverables, ensuring timely and accurate submissions. Conduct site visits to evaluate field conditions, verify design assumptions, ensure design adherence, and support project progress. Perform quality assurance/quality control (QAQC) of design deliverables. Adhere to QAQC standards to ensure design integrity and high quality. Review and comment on professional cost estimator construction estimates at various design milestones. Support proposal development by advising on design approach, resource needs, and level of effort. Coordinate with external consultants and vendors to integrate specifications, products, and systems into the overall design. Contribute to continuous improvement efforts related to design standards, templates, and best practices. Mentor and support staff to foster technical growth and ensure consistency in design standards. Performs all other duties as assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering is preferred or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience. Minimum of 5‑7 years design and/or engineering project management in mechanical (HVAC) building design or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience. Proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD, Revit BIM software, Bluebeam and Microsoft Office software. Strong communication and technical writing skills. Experience in managing teams of designers and drafters. Demonstrated ability to lead design and engineering projects and coordinate with other disciplines. Strong understanding of applicable codes, design standards, and construction practices. Other Skills and Abilities Interest in sustainable design practices and enhancing the firm’s marketability in sustainable solutions. A commitment to fostering an innovative and forward‑thinking work environment. Demonstrates strong interpersonal, presentation, and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams. Self‑directed, proactive, and able to adapt in a fast‑paced environment. Physical Activities and Demands Lifting: Up to 50 lbs (Estimated Frequency: Up to 10%) Carrying: Up to 50 lbs (Estimated Frequency: Up to 10%) Items to carry include, but are not limited to tools, flashlights, ladders, computer tablets, and construction documents. Work at Heights: Most work will be performed at ground level. Some project assignments will require observation of pre‑ and post‑construction conditions on rooftops. Access to rooftops will be gained via built‑in roof ladders, or ladders propped up and secured to the building from the outside. Vision: Ability to read content on both paper and computer monitors. Each employee must have adequate vision for situational awareness to stay safe during all work‑related activities. Sitting: Estimated Frequency: Over 75% (Accommodation for a stand‑up workstation is available on request.) Walking or standing: Estimated Frequency: Up to 25% Bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, and twisting: Estimated Frequency: Up to 10% Reaching above shoulder level: Estimated Frequency: Up to 10% Reaching below shoulder level: Estimated Frequency: Up to 10% Neck extension, flexion, and rotation: Estimated Frequency: Up to 10% Keyboard and mouse use: Estimated Frequency: Over 75% Mobility and dexterity: Mobility and dexterity to effectively perform the job position duties are necessary. This includes the ability to move, bend, lift, and carry materials or equipment as needed, as well as the capacity to use hands and fingers with agility for tasks such as operating computers, navigating construction sites, carrying ladders, and using hand tools. Employees should be able to perform physical tasks with ease and precision, ensuring workplace safety and efficiency. Any limitations that may affect mobility or dexterity needs to be communicated to management to assess reasonable accommodation. Working Conditions An employee will encounter working conditions synonymous with an Engineering firm that offers a hybrid work model. The goal is to balance in‑office and work‑from‑home flexibility while supporting colleague connections, and collaboration. Branch Office: Assigned workspace in the branch office. Home / Remote Office: Employees are required to create a safe home office workspace to conduct their work in an efficient, digitally accessible, and professional manner. Project Site: Project site observations and familiarization are required. Vehicular Travel: Must have the means to commute to your assigned branch office and to project sites within the County where your branch office is located. Occasional travel outside of the branch office County may be required. Business Hours: Monday through Thursday - 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Friday - 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. to Noon (varies by branch office). Work Hours: Between 7:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. What Turpin & Rattan Engineering, Inc. Offers Competitive Wages A hybrid work schedule, including home and in‑office Support to develop applicable technical and software skills 401K and Roth Plans Medical and Dental Long‑term Disability Paid Time Off Support for a balance between professional and personal life Salary Range: $80,000 - $140,000 Turpin & Rattan Engineering, Inc. is recognized as one of the top firms in our industry for providing a desirable work environment for employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr Turpin & Rattan Engineering, Inc.