Mechanical Design Manager

Mechanical Design / Coordination Manager Highland Consulting Group is a national executive search firm that focuses on placing top construction talent A large contractor in Pittsburgh, PA, is seeking to hire a Mechanical Design / Coordination Manager. This position manages the day-to-day operation of a large team of CAD draftsman. This is a management role with some expectations that the manager designs projects as well. Knowledge of, or experience in, the mechanical trades is needed. Responsibilities include utilizing AutoCAD / Revit models supplied by architects and engineers to create new Piping, HVAC and/or plumbing models; revising the models as needed to be clash free; annotating and dimensioning the items for final drawing output. This position supports in house fabrication, construction field operations, project management and sales and, reports to senior management. Responsibilities: Manage a team of CAD Designers, assign tasks, review work, train staff, and other traditional management roles Manage the team of designers to ensure that deadlines are being met and within the budgeted time allowance Develop accurate drawings of ductwork, plumbing and piping systems that support the pre-fabrication operation of piping. plumbing and HVAC Perform duties necessary to produce working drawings of in-house engineered designs and prepare system layouts and detailed drawings Maintain project BIM schedules Work closely with Construction Operations Managers, Sales Engineers, Superintendents, Project Managers and General Contractors/CM’s Coordinate Piping, HVAC and plumbing systems with building components to efficiently and cost effectively identify and resolve conflict prior to installation of mechanical and plumbing systems Requirements: Strong computer skills; Microsoft Office and AutoCAD preferred, ability to learn new software as required Proficient in the coordination of piping and HVAC mechanical systems Strong understanding of construction scheduling program(s) Ability to manage multiple projects and meet project deadlines Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to interact with customers and work as part of a team 5 Years minimum experience is required 4 year degree is required Existing experience managing a team is preferred Ability to climb stairs and ladders to access certain areas of the job site as needed Ability to visit job/project sites to meet with company representatives to review drawings Benefits Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Health Care and Dependent Day Care FSA's, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401(k) Plan, Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays Contact If you have this type of experience, please apply to this position. You can also contact me directly to learn more about this opportunity. Rhiannon Price Sr Recruiter 724-227-4127 DTO1654