Project Manager (Mechanical Engineer) - Dallas

LOCATION

Dallas, TX

REPORTS TO

Director of Engineering

About the role

We’re looking for a talented project manager and mechanical engineer to join our team in the North Texas region. With over 75 years of excellence, O'Connell Robertson is committed to investing in and serving our people, community, and clients through strong, capable teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with architectural and engineering project teams to deliver high-quality MEP construction documents across various-scale projects.
• Contribute to the development of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems from schematic design through construction administration.
• Provide innovative MEP design solutions for Education and Healthcare facilities that help our clients achieve their goals and exceed expectations.
• Cookinate MEP systems across disciplines — architectural, structural, civil — to ensure seamless integration and constructability.
• Support project teams in conducting site observations and field reviews to ensure MEP installations align with design intent.
• Stay ahead of current and emerging MEP design trends, building codes, and industry innovations.
• Lead ongoing communication and collaboration with team members in other Firm offices, proactively engaging on a daily basis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or architectural engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 5-10+ years of professional MEP design experience in an engineering firm.
• Experience with Education or Healthcare projects strongly preferred.
• Self-motivated individual with a growth mindset.
• Revit experience — experience coordinating MEP models within a multidiscipline BIM environment preferred.
• Fair working knowledge of applicable building codes, energy codes, and MEP-related standards including but not limited to IMC, IPC, NEC, and NFPA.
• Familiarity with engineering calculations — load calculations, equipment sizing, duct and pipe sizing, etc.
• Project management skills including schedule development and maintenance, writing proposals, defining scopes, communicating with clients.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects in various stages simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines and with clients.
• PE licensure or active pursuit of PE licensure is a plus.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam and Microsoft Office. Knowledge of Newforma a plus.

Benefits

That’s easy. O'Connell Robertson is an acclaimed, dynamic, highly regarded employer with established clients across Texas. Offices in Austin, San Antonio and Houston, and now Dallas, engage locally with a regional reach. We believe in inspiring workspaces, excellent compensation and benefits, and a team culture that enthusiastically supports personal and career development, as well as diversity in the workplace.

Pay

Compensation and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Flexible work schedules are offered to accommodate your needs.

Skills

Passionate, driven self-starters with a growth mindset are what we're looking for.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.