Senior Mechanical Project Manager at Vanderweil Engineers

About Us

Vanderweil Engineers was founded in 1950 and is a top ranked national full-service engineering firm specializing in MEP/FP design and technology services. Working in multiple sectors including Federal Government, Science & Technology, Mission Critical, Academic, Healthcare, and Commercial buildings. We provide construction/commissioning support for buildings, sustainable design, and power generation. With a staff of 450+ located across ten offices, we are proud to be one of the largest independently owned engineering firms in the country. 

If you are looking for an opportunity to grow your career with some of the best minds in the industry, we are looking for you.  Our size allows us to share resources between offices offering growth and stability in an ever-changing volatile environment.  We have a robust library of technical resources including design standards and training opportunities.

We pride ourselves in being an “engineering first” company that owners and architects want to team with.  You will have the support of principals, senior project managers, and mechanical team leaders to advance your career.  Join us to do the best work of your career as a Senior Mechanical / HVAC  Engineer / Project Manager at our Alexandria, VA office. (Hybrid - North Old Town Alexandria has free shuttle service to the local Metro Station, free street parking nearby)

Every Vanderweil Engineers team member brings something unique to the table.  Here is what we are looking for with this role:

Some of your responsibilities as a Senior Mechanical/ HVAC Engineer / Project Manager include the following: 

• Primary point of contact for owners, architects, and contractors from design through construction.
• Manage a multi-discipline team throughout all phases of design assuring tasks are completed in accordance with company standards and good engineering practice.

• Management of schedule, budgets, and invoicing for projects.

• Lead the technical development of HVAC systems for large and complex project types including Government, Science & Technology, Academic, Mission Critical and Commercial.
• Communicate design intent and coordination requirements to owners, architects, and other team members.
• Formulate design criteria, perform calculations, develop concept designs, specifications, and construction documents for high performance building systems. 
• Construction phase services including attending meetings, submittal and RFI reviews, and performing site visits.

Essential Skills & Requirements  

• 7+ years of experience designing HVAC systems in high performance facilities. 
• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Experience leading HVAC teams on projects
• Background in commercial, government, mission critical data centers, or hospitality is a plus.
• Professional commitment to sustainability, LEED accreditation is a plus.

Our Flexible & Hybrid Work Culture
 
At Vanderweil Engineers, we recognize the importance of work-life synergy and believe our best work is done when flexibility is offered, and wellness is supported.

Our flexible and hybrid work style allows team members to have the freedom to be innovative and drive results their way.

Our wellness programs are above and beyond, as our team members’ physical and behavioral health are a priority.

If you would like to connect with us for more information, please contact a member of our recruitment team or to learn more about our work culture, please visit us at www.vanderweil.com.

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We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.