Mechanical Engineering Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Mechanical Engineering Project Manager

Overview
We are a rapidly growing Michigan-based MEP firm with multiple offices across the State. We are looking to bring on a senior-level Mechanical Engineer to act as the right-hand to the Service Team Manager for a facilities engineering group. This role blends mechanical design, project management, and client-facing responsibilities, with a clear path into a service team manager position within 1 to 2 years.

Who are we?

• MEP consulting firm with three primary service groups
• Facility Engineering Services (FES) team of seven engineers
• Focus on design engineering, feasibility studies, capital improvement planning, and design-build projects
• Specializes in critical environments: healthcare, clean rooms, research facilities, and pharmacy-grade industrial facilities
• Two Michigan offices: east side of the state and west side (near Grand Rapids)

Your Role and Responsibilities

• Serve as lead mechanical engineer on projects focused on HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for the built environment
• Act as project manager on assigned projects after initial ramp-up (approximately three months)
• Own project delivery from concept through construction documents, including coordination with internal disciplines
• Manage client relationships with building owners, owner representatives, and contractors
• Conduct assessments of existing MEP systems, identify deficiencies, and develop engineered solutions
• Support feasibility studies and capital improvement planning efforts
• Participate in design-build projects, collaborating closely with contractors and other partners
• Oversee and coordinate multiple concurrent projects, typically more than two at a time
• Mentor junior staff over time, with growth into formal people management and service team leadership

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Expert-level proficiency in Autodesk Revit (non-negotiable)
  • Able to produce full contract documents in Revit
  • Strong understanding of Revit and AutoCAD interfaces and workflows
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Comfortable building calculators, workbooks, and performing labor forecasting
  • Experience working with exported data from CRM or project systems
• Professional Engineer (PE) in Mechanical Engineering, licensed in Michigan, or
  • Actively planning to obtain PE within 6 to 9 months, with a clear study plan in place
• Demonstrated client-facing experience in a consulting or design environment
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
  • Able to "flip the switch" and communicate clearly and confidently with clients and project stakeholders
• Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of thoughtful, non-reactive decision making
• Helpful, but not required
  • AutoCAD experience (layers, PDF to CAD workflows, integration with Revit)
  • Navisworks and broader Autodesk design and coordination tools
  • Experience with critical environments such as healthcare, labs, clean rooms, or complex institutional projects

Culture and Fit

• Values a healthy, inclusive team culture and a genuine desire to learn and teach
• Looks for engineers who are curious, client-focused, and willing to go the extra mile to understand and meet project requirements
• Prioritizes culture and growth mindset over having every box checked on day one, provided core technical and client-facing skills are strong

Compensation and Benefits

• Target base salary range approximately 90,000 to 120,000 dollars
• 7,500 dollar salary increase upon obtaining PE licensure
• Support for licensure and professional development including
  • Reimbursement of study materials, courses, and practice exams upon passing the PE exam
  • Coverage of license renewal fees
  • Support for relevant continuing education and industry conferences
• Hybrid work structure
  • Approximately 2 to 3 days per week in office
  • Suggested in-office days Tuesday and Thursday on the west side location, with flexibility
• Core hours approximately 9 am to 4 pm with flexibility for earlier starts or later arrivals as needed
  • Schedules are client driven when necessary (for example 8 am client meetings)
  • Work rarely extends past 5 pm
• Travel of about 10 percent for project sites and occasional interoffice visits
  • For east side based staff, periodic travel to the west side office is supported, including hotel reimbursement when appropriate

Location

• Candidates must be based in Michigan or willing to relocate with a clear and timely relocation plan
• Role can sit near either the east side office or the west side office

Ideal Background

• Experience with critical facilities such as hospitals, labs, research facilities, or complex institutional or industrial environments
• Proven track record managing multiple projects and deadlines in a consulting engineering setting
• Interest in growing into a leadership role overseeing a service team, including people management, business development, and high-level client management

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment (3 days in office)
• Mobile phone reimbursement plan
• Health and Dental Insurance
• HSA Plan offered
• 15 days Paid Time Off
• 401k (up to 4% match)
• Profit Sharing Plan (earn up to 15% of your salary, paid quarterly)
• Company paid PE exam and keeping license up to date
• Path to promotion

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 02/18/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

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