Assistant 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
Assistant Project Manager – Mechanical
Highland Consulting Group is an executive construction recruiting firm specializing in placing top talent nationwide. We are seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager for a regional mechanical contractor in the Baltimore, MD area.
Advance your career with a stable, growing contractor working on commercial and industrial mechanical projects. If you enjoy working with piping, plumbing, and sheet metal systems, this opportunity offers a path to project management with support from experienced professionals. Our client uses cutting-edge technology and has the resources to support project delivery and continued growth.
Candidates with five or more years of experience as an Assistant Project Manager on commercial or industrial mechanical projects are preferred.
Key Responsibilities
Assist the Project Manager in managing and supervising all phases of assigned projects.
Manage the submittal process.
Prepare and respond to requests for information (RFIs).
Assist with change order negotiations and maintain change order logs.
Work with the Project Manager to manage project budgets and approve all expenses.
Serve as a point of contact for the owner on assigned projects.
Assemble and maintain complete project records and closeout documents.
Prepare and manage project schedules.
Coordinate punch-list inspections with the Project Manager, superintendent, and owner’s representative; issue punch lists to relevant subcontractors.
Estimate change orders.
Support contract administration.
Assist with the buyout of subcontracts and equipment.
Job Requirements
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to establish project timelines and budgets.
Experience with cost estimating and
Ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to lead productive, multidisciplinary meetings.
A proven, verifiable record of career stability and project management success.
Five or more years of Assistant Project Manager experience on large-scale commercial or industrial mechanical projects preferred.
Benefits
The company is committed to the well-being of its employees and their families. Its comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, paid vacation, 401(k) matching contributions, long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and paid training.
Ready to take the next step in your mechanical construction career? Apply today or contact me directly to discuss the opportunity.
David O’Connor Sr Recruiter
724-837-6336
DTO1787
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