Small Projects Account Manager

CareerPaths NW

$120K — $140K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Strong written communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.
  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program or equivalent required.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required; Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with intent to pursue PE licensure is a plus.
  • Proficiency in Revit required.
  • 5 to 10 years of experience in HVAC Mechanical Systems Design, Energy Services Performance Contracting, or Energy Retrofit Design/Build project development required.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and manage project development and engineering resources on a per-project basis, while effectively managing client expectations.
  • Create, manage, and develop the scope of work and mechanical design documents for client-approved projects.
  • Manage design principles across projects and lead design team coordination meetings to ensure designs remain on schedule.
  • Collaborate with the assigned construction manager to establish Guaranteed Maximum Construction Costs (GMAX) for projects.
  • Assist the sales team in client meetings and presentations to drive business development.
  • Provide coaching and mentoring to engineering project teammates to support their career development.
  • Create, manage, and oversee budgets for various project proposals, ensuring financial accountability.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead impactful energy and mechanical projects.
  • Join a respected organization that values expertise and invests in your success.
  • Thrive in a collaborative and supportive work environment.
Full Job Description
  • Ky Keber
  • August 11, 2026


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Compensation: $120K-$140K DOE
Location: Renton, WA

They are seeking a talented Small Projects Account Manager to lead and manage full-service mechanical projects in the $10 million and under range. This role is critical to the organization, serving as the central point of coordination between engineering, construction, and client teams to deliver successful project outcomes on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and manage project development and engineering resources on a per-project basis, while effectively managing client expectations.
  • Create, manage, and develop the scope of work and mechanical design documents for client-approved projects.
  • Manage design principles across projects, lead design team coordination meetings, and ensure designs remain on schedule.
  • Collaborate with the assigned construction manager to establish Guaranteed Maximum Construction Costs (GMAX) for projects.
  • Assist the sales team in client meetings and presentations.
  • Manage engineering project teammates and provide coaching and mentoring to support their career development.
  • Create, manage, and oversee budgets for Investment Grade Audits, Pre-Construction Services Proposals, and Mechanical Design Budgets.
  • Specify equipment, review and approve equipment submittals and O&M Manuals, and create record drawings from red lines.
  • Review assumptions and methodologies used in building guaranteed energy savings, and evaluate the IPMVP utilized for post-retrofit measurements to validate energy savings.
  • Oversee pre-retrofit Measurement & Verification (M&V) measurements for the energy guarantee.
  • Manage project schedules and effectively communicate changes in a dynamic environment.
  • Maintain clear and concise verbal and written communications with clients throughout all project phases.

Qualifications

  • Strong written communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability and willingness to work and thrive in a collaborative team environment.
  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program or equivalent required.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required; Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with intent to pursue PE licensure is a plus.
  • Proficiency in Revit required.
  • 5 to 10 years of experience in HVAC Mechanical Systems Design, Energy Services Performance Contracting, or Energy Retrofit Design/Build project development required.

Apply Today

If you are a driven mechanical engineering professional with a passion for managing impactful energy and mechanical projects, we encourage you to apply. This is an outstanding opportunity to take on a leadership role with a respected organization that values your expertise and invests in your success. Take the next step in your career and submit your application today!

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