HVAC Division Manager

Mid City Corporation; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid City Corporation is seeking an experienced HVAC Division Manager to lead the Wisconsin division, focusing on growth, profitability, and safe, efficient project execution. The role requires strong leadership, budgeting, and customer relationship management across service and construction functions.

Responsibilities include strategic direction for sales, estimating, and project operations, along with workforce development and safety performance to achieve long-term objectives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of HVAC construction, service, or mechanical contracting experience.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience managing teams, projects, or business operations.
• Proven experience managing budgets, forecasting, and financial performance.
• Proven business development and customer relationship management experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of commercial and industrial HVAC systems, equipment, installation methods, and service operations.
• Proven experience balancing operational leadership with hands-on technical understanding of HVAC construction and service activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for the HVAC Division in Wisconsin, driving growth and profitability.
• Oversee service, construction, sales, estimating, and project operations with a focus on safety and customer satisfaction.
• Lead major proposals, negotiations, and pricing strategies for the division.
• Direct budgeting, manpower planning, and resource allocation to maximize efficiency and margins.
• Develop and maintain supplier/manufacturer relationships and support forecasting and budgeting with finance.

Skills

HVAC leadership

Budget forecasting

Project operations

Sales & business development

Customer relationship management

Staff development

Safety & OSHA

Education

Bachelor's degree in HVAC Engineering or related field

Tools

Estimating software

Project management software

Job description

Mid City Corporation is a leading infrastructure services company providing utility, mechanical, and specialty construction solutions. Our team is known for delivering complex projects safely, efficiently, and with exceptional customer service. As we continue to grow, we are seeking talented professionals who are eager to make an impact and help build long-term client relationships.

The HVAC Division Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, growth, profitability, and operational performance of Mid City's HVAC Division throughout Wisconsin. This position provides strategic direction for service, construction, sales, estimating, and project operations while developing client relationships, expanding market presence, and building a high-performing team. The Division Manager owns division financial results, workforce development, safety performance, and customer satisfaction while partnering closely with company leadership to achieve long-term growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

• Provide technical leadership and direction to project and field teams, ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Provides clear, decisive leadership that establishes accountability, promotes efficient execution, and empowers teams to achieve operational and financial objectives.
• Establish performance expectations and provide coaching, feedback, and development opportunities.
• Participate in recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and retention initiatives.
• Evaluate staffing needs and develop workforce plans to support growth objectives.
• Foster a culture focused on safety, accountability, collaboration, and customer service.

Strategic Growth & Market Expansion

• Develop and execute annual growth strategies for the HVAC division.
• Identify new markets, services, and revenue opportunities.
• Participate in industry associations, networking events, and community engagement activities.
• Collaborate with company leadership to establish annual sales and revenue goals.
• Lead major proposal, presentation, and contract negotiation efforts.
• Lead all estimating activities for the HVAC Division, including scope review, pricing development, labor forecasting, vendor coordination, and proposal preparation.
• Establish pricing strategies and margin objectives.
• Develop and maintain strategic supplier and manufacturer relationships.
• Ensure accurate project budgeting, manpower planning, and resource allocation.

Operations & Project Oversight

• Provide executive oversight of HVAC service and construction projects.
• Monitor project performance, schedules, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
• Review project financials, including labor productivity, net margin, cash flow, and forecasting.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, safety requirements, and regulatory obligations.
• Resolve escalated customer, operational, and project-related issues.
• Coordinate resources across projects to maximize efficiency and profitability.

Financial Performance & Division Management

• Own division profit and loss performance.
• Develop and manage annual operating budgets.
• Monitor revenue, backlog, labor utilization, and profit goals.
• Review monthly financial statements and variance reports.
• Develop corrective action plans to address performance gaps.
• Partner with Finance to support forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning initiatives.

Safety & Quality Leadership

• Promote and support a culture of safety throughout all operations.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety programs.
• Monitor safety metrics and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Establish standards for quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.
• Lead investigation and resolution of significant safety or quality issues.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of HVAC construction, service, or mechanical contracting experience.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience managing teams, projects, or business operations.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, forecasting, and financial performance.
• Proven business development and customer relationship management experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of commercial and industrial HVAC systems, equipment, installation methods, and service operations.
• Proven experience balancing operational leadership with hands‑on technical understanding of HVAC construction and service activities.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to customer and project sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in, HVAC Related Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience managing an HVAC business unit, branch, or division.
• Experience leading service and construction operations.
• Experience with estimating and project management software.
• Wisconsin HVAC industry and code knowledge.
• Working Hours - Approximately 45-50 hours per week. Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Work Location - In office in Butler, WI.

Why This Role

The HVAC Division Manager plays a critical role in shaping the future growth and success of Mid City's HVAC business. This position offers the opportunity to lead a growing division with direct responsibility for strategy, operations, financial performance, and team development. The successful candidate will work closely with executive leadership to expand market presence, strengthen customer relationships, and build a high-performing organization. This role is ideal for an entrepreneurial leader who enjoys driving business results, developing people, and creating long-term value while making a meaningful impact on the direction and success of the company.

Mid City Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender, or any other class protected by law.