HVAC Project Manager - Kent - 65K

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Harbridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Mileage for business travel

Pension scheme

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd is seeking an HVAC Project Manager in Kent for a permanent role with a well-established, family-run building services contractor. The position offers hybrid working and a salary of £50,000 to £65,000 plus benefits.

You will oversee mechanical schemes from small air conditioning units to major developments over £2 million, liaising with clients and managing programmes and costs. The ideal candidate has substantial HVAC project delivery experience, strong communication skills,

Qualifications

• Experience delivering HVAC contracts across commercial and high-end residential sectors.
• Strong communication and client liaison skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with varying scopes.

Responsibilities

• Manage HVAC projects from survey through to completion.
• Conduct site surveys and assess project requirements.
• Liaise directly with clients and stakeholders throughout projects.
• Coordinate engineers, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Manage project programmes, costs and delivery schedules.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely on time and within budget.
• Attend site and client meetings as required.

Skills

HVAC building services

Air conditioning

Ventilation systems

Project management

Tools

VRV/VRF systems

Job description

An HVAC Project Manager is sought in Kent for a permanent position with a family-run building services contractor of over 30 years' standing. The salary range is £50,000 to £65,000 per annum, plus benefits, with hybrid working available.

HVAC Project Manager Location: Kent | Hybrid Working Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 + Benefits

You will oversee mechanical schemes from small air conditioning units to major developments exceeding £2 million, across commercial and high-end residential sectors. Your remit covers client liaison, financial control, and programme management. Projects span hotels, schools, and churches throughout London and the Southeast. Substantial experience delivering HVAC contracts is essential, alongside strong communication abilities. This role offers the chance to manage diverse, high-value installations within an established firm.

About the Company: Our client is a well-established, family-run building services contractor that has been successfully operating for over 30 years. Based in Kent, they deliver HVAC, ventilation, plumbing, heating, controls and electrical projects across London and the Southeast. The business has built an excellent reputation within the commercial and high-end residential sectors, delivering projects ranging from small-scale air conditioning installations valued at £3,000 - £4,000 through to major developments worth over £2 million. Their client portfolio includes hotels, high-end residential properties, schools and churches.

The Opportunity

Due to continued growth, our client is seeking an HVAC Project Manager to join their expanding team. This role will predominantly focus on air conditioning and ventilation projects, ranging from small split system installations through to £600,000 VRV/VRF projects. The successful candidate will take ownership of projects from initial survey stage through to completion, allowing senior management to focus on larger-scale contracts. The company is open to considering candidates at varying levels of experience, whether you're an experienced Project Manager looking for a new challenge or an Engineer/Supervisor looking to take the next step into project management.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing HVAC projects from survey through to completion
• Conducting site surveys and assessing project requirements
• Liaising directly with clients and stakeholders throughout projects
• Identifying and resolving potential project issues before works commence
• Coordinating engineers, subcontractors and suppliers
• Managing project programmes, costs and delivery schedules
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely on time and within budget
• Attending site meetings and client meetings as required
• Overseeing predominantly air conditioning and ventilation projects ranging from £3,000 to £600,000 in value

Candidate Requirements

• Technical background within HVAC building services
• Strong experience in air conditioning and ventilation systems
• Previous project management experience preferred, although candidates looking to step up into a Project Manager role will also be considered
• Good client-facing and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyExperience with VRV/VRF systems would be advantageous

Working Arrangements

This is a hybrid position, offering a combination of: Home working | Site-based working across London and Kent | Office-based working

The ideal candidate will be based within Kent with good access to Central London.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 (depending on experience)
• 40-hour working week (9:00am - 5:00pm)
• Hybrid working
• Mileage reimbursement for business travel using your own vehicle
• Public transport expenses paid for London project travel
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Workplace Pension Scheme
• Opportunity to join a growing business with genuine long-term career prospects