HVAC - Operations Manger

Patrick Group; Northeastern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental care

Life insurance

RRSP match

Leadership role

Exposure to projects

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Patrick Sprack Limited is seeking an HVAC Operations Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of our HVAC division in Sudbury, Ontario. This leadership role manages service work, maintenance programs, equipment replacements, and mechanical scopes within construction projects.

You will lead field and office teams, coordinate labour and resources, maintain client relationships, and drive divisional performance and growth while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of HVAC industry experience.
• 3+ years of leadership or management experience.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, service diagnostics, equipment installation, and project execution.
• Experience with estimating, project scheduling, job costing, forecasting, and contract administration.
• Experience managing field teams, subcontractors, vendors, and client relationships.
• Proficiency with HVAC management software platforms; Gas/313 licences are assets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HVAC service operations, preventative maintenance, equipment replacements, and mechanical construction scopes.
• Coordinate schedules, labour, equipment, and project resources for efficient delivery.
• Monitor project progress and identify operational risks and scheduling constraints.
• Support estimating, pricing, negotiations, and HVAC bid submissions.
• Review timesheets, job entries, and operational documentation.
• Build and maintain relationships with commercial, industrial, and mining clients.
• Lead HVAC field and office teams; manage workforce scheduling and resources.
• Ensure compliance with OHSA, TSSA, WSIB, ESA and safety policies.

Skills

Leadership

HVAC knowledge

Project execution

Estimating & budgeting

Team management

Client relations

Safety compliance

Education

HVAC/Mechanical Tech Diploma

Construction management certificate

Gas Technician Licence (G1)

313A/313D Refrigeration Licence

Tools

Microsoft 365

HVAC management software

Job description

PATRICK SPRACK LIMITED
LOCATION: SUDBURY / NORTHERN ONTARIO
JOB TYPE: FULL-TIME, PERMANENT
COMPENSATION: $100,000–$120,000 per year

Patrick Sprack Limited is currently seeking an HVAC Operations Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of our HVAC division.

This leadership role is responsible for overseeing HVAC service work, preventative maintenance programs, equipment replacements, and mechanical scopes within construction projects. The Operations Manager will lead field and office teams, coordinate labour and resources, maintain strong client relationships, and help drive the operational and financial performance of the division.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Project Management

• Oversee HVAC service operations, preventative maintenance, equipment replacements, and mechanical construction scopes.
• Coordinate schedules, labour, equipment, and project resources to support efficient project delivery.
• Monitor project progress and identify operational risks, issues, and scheduling constraints.
• Participate in workload planning, bid reviews, forecasting, and divisional planning.
• Support estimating, pricing, negotiations, and HVAC bid submissions.
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with contractual, regulatory, quality, and safety requirements.
• Review and approve timesheets, job entries, and operational documentation.

Business Development & Client Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with commercial, industrial, and construction clients.
• Support the development of new HVAC service and project opportunities.
• Work closely with estimating to maintain visibility of upcoming opportunities and project pipelines.
• Provide client support throughout project execution and after completion.
• Represent Patrick Sprack Limited at client meetings, site visits, and industry functions.

Team & Resource Management

• Lead HVAC field and office teams, including technicians, installers, apprentices, and administrative personnel.
• Support hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, and employee development.
• Coordinate workforce scheduling and labour requirements.
• Manage the allocation of vehicles, tools, and equipment to support operational efficiency.
• Work with HR to address workforce requirements and employee concerns.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable OHSA, TSSA, WSIB, ESA, mechanical code requirements, and PSL safety policies.
• Support toolbox talks, safety meetings, and JHSC initiatives.
• Participate in safety incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Promote a strong safety culture across the HVAC division.
• Monitor divisional budgets, job costs, margins, labour efficiency, and key performance indicators.
• Review purchase orders, progress claims, change orders, and invoicing documentation.
• Support financial forecasting, annual budgeting, and resource planning.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, profitability, and operational efficiency.
• Develop and standardize processes for HVAC service and construction workflows.
• Support the adoption of digital tools and field management systems.

Requirements

• Diploma or certification in HVAC, Mechanical Technology, Construction Management, or an equivalent field.
• 7–10+ years of progressive HVAC industry experience.
• 3+ years of leadership or management experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, service diagnostics, equipment installation, and project execution.
• Knowledge of TSSA regulations, mechanical codes, permitting, and inspection requirements.
• Experience with estimating, project scheduling, job costing, forecasting, and contract administration.
• Experience managing field teams, subcontractors, vendors, and client relationships.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and HVAC management software platforms.
• Gas Technician Licence (G1) is considered a strong asset.
• 313A or 313D Refrigeration Licence is considered an asset.

What We Offer

• Competitive annual compensation of $100,000–$120,000
• Dental care
• Life insurance
• RRSP match
• Leadership role within an established HVAC division
• Exposure to commercial, industrial, and mining projects
• Opportunity to influence divisional operations, performance, and growth
• Collaborative and safety-focused work environment

About Patrick Sprack Limited

Founded in 2006, Patrick Sprack Limited is a Northern Ontario contractor specializing in HVAC-R and mechanical services for industrial, commercial, and mining clients.

Our capabilities include heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, petroleum, and propane services, including preventative maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, repairs, retrofits, and new installations.