Mechanical Project Engineer

About the role

Yearout Mechanical, a Legence Company, is a New Mexico-based mechanical and process systems contractor serving commercial, government, manufacturing, and industrial clients in New Mexico and Texas. Established in August 1964, Yearout Mechanical has grown to become the premier mechanical contractor in New Mexico, focusing on providing comfortable, reliable, and efficient mechanical systems that meet client needs.

What You’ll Do

• Project controls & docs: Own RFIs, submittals, change orders (COR/CO), meeting minutes, and logs.
• Scheduling: Update master schedules (labor, equipment, fabrication, rentals); flag risks and pull-forward options.
• Cost management: Support job cost control, vendor pricing, POs, and progress billings.
• Field coordination: Assist QA/QC, pre-task/hazard analyses, site walks, and toolbox talks; drive punchlist closure.
• BIM/CADD: Coordinate model updates and field integration with VDC/CADD partners.
• Procurement: Source materials, track deliveries, resolve shortages; maintain vendor relationships.
• Client/GC/Subs: Prep for and participate in project meetings; support subcontractor selection and oversight.
• Closeout: Assemble O&M manuals, as-builts, and final turnover documents.

What You’ll Bring

• Background: Construction Management or Mechanical Engineering degree and 3–5 years in commercial construction or 10+ years relevant mechanical construction experience in lieu of degree.
• Industry exposure: HVAC/Plumbing mechanical contractor experience on mid-to-large commercial projects (preferred).
• Tools: Bluebeam, MS Project, Excel/Word; familiarity with BIM/CADD workflows (Revit/Navis/AutoCAD a plus).
• Strengths: Organized, detail-driven, great follow-through; clear written/verbal communication; collaborative with GC/owner and trade partners.
• Work setup: Onsite/in-office; sponsorship not available; remote option not available.

Nice-to-Haves (Preferred)

• Experience with submittal workflows, procurement, and vendor negotiations.
• Exposure to estimating/takeoffs and preconstruction reviews.
• Understanding of safety programs and quality systems in a self-perform environment.

About Legence

Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical systems in buildings. Specializing in HVAC, process piping, and MEP systems, Legence enhances energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in new and existing facilities. Serving some of the world’s most technically demanding sectors, Legence counts over 60% of the Nasdaq-100 Index among its clients.

Benefits Overview

• Health & Welfare: Company-paid medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, accident & sickness benefit, basic group life and AD&D, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Time Off Benefits: Paid vacation, company-paid holidays, and paid sick leave.
• Financial Benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan.

Reasonable Accommodations

If you need assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at ta@wearelegence.com or your dedicated recruiter with the job title and requisition number.

EEO Employer

We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws. Legence and its affiliate companies are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, other non-merit-based factors, and any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state, or federal laws and regulations.