Special Project Manager – Mechanical
Highland Consulting Group
Baltimore, MD · Posted November 6, 2026
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About the job
Location: Baltimore, MD
Category: Project/Program Management
Job Description
Special Projects Manager – Mechanical
Highland Consulting Group is a national executive search firm that specializes in recruiting top construction talent, we utilize over 75 years of industry experience to place the right people in the right positions for our clients.
We are currently looking to fill a Special Projects Manager position for a Mechanical contractor in the Baltimore, MD area. They are recruiting for a creative, driven person that can run projects from conception to completion that wants to make the company money as well as be rewarded for their efforts. Our client is a Large Regional Contractor that is in expansion mode. The type of project mix includes Commercial, Government, Education, Healthcare, and Light Industrial. Experience in all areas is a plus but not required.
Job responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Manages and supervises all phases of assigned projects
Perform Account Development and build relationships with customers
Work with local General Contractors and directly with property owners
Create a project scope of work and estimate the cost of the projects
Work as a Project Manager and manage concurrent projects that can be multi-million-dollar projects
Negotiate all change orders and maintain change order logs
Manages project budget and approves all expenses
Interface with the owner on all projects assigned
Perform project punch-list inspection(s), in coordination with superintendent and the owner’s representative, and issue punch list to all relevant subcontractors
Create Invoices, assemble and maintain complete project records and close-out documents
Job Requirements
Knowledge of Piping, HVAC & Plumbing Systems
Solid Communication both verbal and written
Ability to lead productive, multi-discipline meetings
Able to manage and develop 4-5 key direct accounts
Ability to establish timelines and budgets
Experience: 5 years experience as a Mechanical Project Manager with a Mechanical contractor with relevant experience on projects larger than 1 Million dollars that consisted of Mechanical Piping, Plumbing, and Sheet Metal
A Bachelors degree is required. Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management or Project Management degrees are preferred.
Benefits
This company cares about and is committed to the well-being of its employees and their families. This commitment is reflected in a comprehensive benefit package provided to all employees.
Competitive salary and generous bonuses
401(k) contributions
Profit sharing bonus
Comprehensive family healthcare
Paid Vacations
Paid Expenses
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Confidentiality
We respect your privacy and will never submit a resume to a third party without your permission. You can be assured that the information you give us will never be forwarded to any company without your specific, direct advanced permission.
Contact
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David O’Connor Highland Consulting Group 2000 Tower Way Suite 2041 Greensburg, PA 15601 724-837-6336
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