Project Manager - Mechanical Construction
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Commercial HVAC / Mechanical Construction
Schedule: 8-hour shift Monday to Friday
About Us
Founded in 1972, The K Company Inc. has built a strong reputation as a leader in HVAC design, installation, and service across both commercial and residential sectors. We specialize in heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration systems, delivering quality, reliability, and comfort to every customer we serve.
For over 50 years, we’ve been setting the standard for HVAC excellence through strong industry knowledge, hands-on experience, and customer-focused service.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to deliver solutions that make our customers’ lives easier — through innovative HVAC practices, reliable service, and genuine care for the communities we serve.
About the Role
As a Project Manager, your primary responsibility is to drive successful project outcomes — both financially and operationally — while ensuring complete customer satisfaction. Whether managing small projects or large multimillion-dollar contracts, your attention to detail, planning skills, and technical understanding will determine success.
You will oversee projects from planning through execution to closeout, delivering efficient, coordinated, and high-performing mechanical installations.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning
- Review and understand the full set of building drawings and documents
- Analyze mechanical systems, specifications, and project scope
- Review contractual obligations and estimates
- Research and understand all mechanical equipment and distribution systems
Project Setup & Execution
- Select equipment and subcontractors
- Obtain, review, and submit submittals/cut sheets for compliance
- Coordinate equipment and systems with building architecture and structure
- Utilize tools such as AutoCAD, REVIT, Autodesk MEP, and Navisworks
- Collaborate with General Contractors and MEP subcontractors
- Ensure proper equipment clearances for service and operational needs
- Understand temperature control system requirements and sequence of operations
- Identify and resolve design or installation issues early
- Analyze construction schedules to meet critical path deadlines
- Create Schedule of Values and ensure accurate billing
- Plan and schedule required tools, equipment, and manpower
Project Installation Management
- Present plans, drawings, and submittals to installation teams
- Track and analyze progress and performance
- Lead meetings with the construction team, ensuring deadlines are met
- Manage manpower, priorities, logistics, equipment, and materials
- Maintain communication with foremen and installers
- Enforce safety plans and company standards
- Prepare and communicate monthly billings
- Schedule subcontractors, controls, and equipment start-up
- Ensure high-quality performance and installation standards
Project Closeout
- Assemble Operation & Maintenance Manuals
- Meet all specification closeout requirements
- Commission equipment and controls with proper documentation
- Provide accurate as-built drawings
- Ensure final customer satisfaction
- Conduct project analysis and lessons learned review
Qualifications
- Experience in mechanical or HVAC project management (commercial/industrial preferred)
- Strong understanding of construction drawings and mechanical systems
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, REVIT, or Autodesk tools
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Ability to manage budgets, schedules, and subcontractors
- Problem-solving mindset with customer-focused approach
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
- Benefits package (health, dental, retirement plan, etc.)
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Supportive team environment with strong project collaboration
Pre-hire requirements include a drug test and a background check. Must have reliable transportation to and from work. We are looking for a hard-working, reliable person that likes to work as a team.
The K Company Inc. has been setting the standard in HVAC design, installation and service since 1972 for commercial and residential heating, air conditioning, ventilation and refrigeration systems (residential furnaces, heat pumps, air conditioners, boilers (hot water and steam), water heaters, unit heaters, tube heaters, exhaust fans, make up air units, air rotation units, humidifiers, dehumidifiers (including pool units), ERV's, speed drives, chillers, refrigeration equipment and much more).
IF YOU HAVE THE DRIVE TO BE GREAT...APPLY TODAY AND JOIN OUR TEAM!! AS WE CONTINUE TO GROW, WE HAVE THE TOOLS AND TRAINING HERE TO MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE A SUCCESSFUL CAREER AT THE K COMPANY. OUR TOP-NOTCH LAB AND WEEKLY CLASSES WILL KEEP YOUR HVAC SKILLS SHARP AND KNOWLEDGE UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LATEST HVAC TECHNOLOGIES.
