Commercial HVAC Project Lead - On-Site & Growth

Kep Electric Inc; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401K match

Paid time off (PTO)

Life Insurance

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision coverage

Disability options

Job summary

IES Residential is seeking a Commercial HVAC Project Manager to lead all phases of commercial HVAC projects—from kickoff to closeout—ensuring safety, timely delivery, and budget adherence. You will coordinate with operations, estimating, purchasing, accounting, and field teams to optimize project performance and customer satisfaction on diverse commercial settings.

The role requires strong leadership, scheduling, cost control, and the ability to read drawings and specifications, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of commercial HVAC systems and project management principles.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, and field personnel.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and contracts.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of assigned commercial HVAC projects from kickoff through final completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, timelines, manpower requirements, and resource plans.
• Coordinate with operations, estimating, purchasing, accounting, and HVAC field teams to ensure project success.
• Review plans, drawings, specifications, and contracts to ensure requirements are met.
• Monitor progress, costs, and quality to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
• Communicate with customers, vendors, and stakeholders on status and expectations.

Skills

HVAC systems knowledge

Project management

Scheduling

Leadership

Communication

Reading drawings

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Job description

IES Residential is seeking a Commercial HVAC Project Manager to lead all phases of commercial HVAC projects—from kickoff to closeout—ensuring safety, timely delivery, and budget adherence. You will coordinate with operations, estimating, purchasing, accounting, and field teams to optimize project performance and customer satisfaction on diverse commercial settings.

The role requires strong leadership, scheduling, cost control, and the ability to read drawings and specifications, with a focus on