Major Projects Manager - HVAC Construction

Talon Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Talon Group is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead major HVAC and building services projects in Melbourne, overseeing design coordination through commissioning. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to deliver technically complex installations on time and to budget.

Ideal candidates have a track record delivering $10M+ projects in Australia, NZ or the UK, with strong commercial acumen and exceptional leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering major HVAC or mechanical building services projects ($10M+).
• Strong commercial acumen—budgets, forecasting, and client relationships.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team development skills.
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead full project delivery from design coordination to commissioning.
• Manage teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders across all stages.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and engineering to ensure technical excellence.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Client relationships

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Major Projects Manager - HVAC Construction

Senior Project Manager - Major HVAC ProjectS | Outstanding package to attract the best

The Company:
Join one of Australia's leading Tier 1 mechanical contractors - an industry powerhouse known for delivering large-scale, technically complex projects across commercial and mission-critical sectors. With major project wins driving strong growth, they're now seeking an experienced expereinced Project Managers to take the lead on a range of mechanical HVAC and Building Services projects.

This is a business that backs its people - you'll work alongside some of the best in the game, within a high-performing team that values collaboration, capability, and long-term career progression. In addition you will have a Project Management assistant working along side you and ensuring you have what you need to deliver excellent outcomes.

The Role:
As a Senior Project Manager, you'll be responsible for full project delivery - from design coordination through to commissioning - managing teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders across every stage. You'll be supported by an established senior leadership team, robust systems, and a dedicated engineering division focused on delivering technical excellence.

What's on Offer:

• We are looking for the best. Salary negotiable to attract the best Melbourne has to offer.
• High-profile projects from $10M - $50M with a clear career progression.
• Stable business with a strong pipeline and excellent staff retention

About You:

• Proven experience delivering major HVAC or mechanical building services projects ($10M+) in Australia , NZ or the UK
• You have deep understanding and experience working for Mechancial HVAC contractors
• Strong commercial acumen - budgets, forecasting, and client relationships
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team development skills
• Ability to work alongside a diverse group in a friendly, fun and respectful way
• Excellent communication skills
• Proactivity

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline preferred but not essential
• Previous site based experience which lead to career progression in Project Management
• Committed to safety, quality, and building long-term relationships

This is a rare chance to join a Tier 1 contractor at the top of its game, delivering one of the region's most exciting commercial builds.

Reference: SCR-LEE-THOROUGHGOOD

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