HVAC Operations Manager

Daikin Applied; Bowie (MD); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K retirement plan

Paid time off

Company paid holidays

Paid sick time

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Daikin Applied, a leading HVAC company, seeks an Operations Manager in Bowie, MD, for field and in-office duties. You will lead the Boiler Service and Boiler Projects groups, manage budgets, revenue, margins, and forecasting, and drive safety, training, and continuous improvement initiatives.

You will oversee project execution, support sales estimates, maintain executive customer relationships, and develop staff successors while championing OSHA and NFPA compliance in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or equivalent commercial boiler/mechanical contracting experience.
• 8+ years in commercial boiler or mechanical service with 4+ years of leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for the Boiler Service and Boiler Projects organizations.
• Direct the Boiler Service Supervisor and Boiler Projects Supervisor.
• Develop and execute the annual business plan, budget, and operational objectives.
• Own revenue, gross margin, operating income, labor utilization, and forecasting.
• Lead WIP reviews, backlog planning, and financial forecasting.
• Ensure maintenance agreements, inspections, emergency response, and repair work are completed safely and on time.
• Oversee execution of boiler replacement, retrofit, shutdown, and capital projects.
• Partner with Sales and Project Developers to support estimating, customer presentations, and strategic pursuits.
• Maintain executive relationships with key customers and resolve escalated issues.
• Drive technician recruiting, retention, training, and career development.
• Establish succession plans for supervisors and technical staff.
• Champion OSHA, NFPA, and company safety compliance.
• Review project profitability and implement corrective actions.
• Develop standardized operating procedures and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate workforce planning, fleet, tooling, subcontractors, and major procurement.
• Conduct monthly operational reviews of safety, quality, financial performance, and KPIs.
• Promote cross-selling opportunities between Boilers, HVAC, Controls, and Special Projects.
• Perform other leadership duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership experience

Industrial boiler knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025! Daikin Applied is seeking an HVAC Operations Manager. You will have the ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth along with the support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location:

Bowie, MD - Field and In Office requirements

Your Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership for the Boiler Service and Boiler Projects organizations

• Direct the Boiler Service Supervisor and Boiler Projects Supervisor

• Develop and execute the annual business plan, budget, and operational objectives

• Own revenue, gross margin, operating income, labor utilization, and forecasting

• Lead WIP reviews, backlog planning, and financial forecasting

• Ensure maintenance agreements, inspections, emergency response, and repair work are completed safely and on time

• Oversee execution of boiler replacement, retrofit, shutdown, and capital projects

• Partner with Sales and Project Developers to support estimating, customer presentations, and strategic pursuits

• Maintain executive relationships with key customers and resolve escalated issues

• Drive technician recruiting, retention, training, and career development

• Establish succession plans for supervisors and technical staff

• Champion OSHA, NFPA, and company safety compliance

• Review project profitability and implement corrective actions

• Develop standardized operating procedures and continuous improvement initiatives

• Coordinate workforce planning, fleet, tooling, subcontractors, and major procurement

• Conduct monthly operational reviews of safety, quality, financial performance, and KPIs

• Promote cross-selling opportunities between Boilers, HVAC, Controls, and Special Projects

• Perform other leadership duties as assigned

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or equivalent commercial boiler/mechanical contracting experience

• 8+ years in commercial boiler or mechanical service with 4+ years of leadership experience

Your Benefits:

Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance

• 401K retirement plan with employer match

• Paid time off and company paid holidays

• Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law

• Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $96,200.00 - $164,200.00 in Maryland. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls.

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Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements, including verification of employment history, education, background screening, and drug testing where permitted by law. Safety-sensitive positions may require cannabis (marijuana) testing. All testing and employment decisions will comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied!