HVAC/Plumbing Project Manager

Prado Brother's Builders Co.; Montauk (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Christmas Bonus based on tenure & 

Job summary

Prado Brother's Builders Co. in Montauk, NY seeks an HVAC Project Manager to oversee residential and commercial HVAC, plumbing, and refrigeration projects from concept to completion.

You will lead teams, manage estimates, liaise with suppliers, and ensure code compliance and safety standards. The role requires hands-on experience in construction and mechanical systems, strong communication skills, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• HVAC or plumbing experience required.
• Experience in refrigeration a plus.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be able to read & write in English.
• Must have a clean & valid driver's license.
• Must be able to lift 100 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all project aspects from lead generation to completion.
• Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturer reps; assess parts & pricing.
• Run point for installations on new construction & renovations.
• Prioritize service, repair, preventive maintenance & installations by urgency.
• Create estimates and proposals; manage Ignite process for ordering and invoicing.
• Explain technical options to customers in layman's terms.

Skills

HVAC experience

Plumbing experience

Reliability

Punctuality

English fluency

US work authorization

Computer skills

Driver's license

Team leadership

Tools

Ignite software

Manual J calcs

Fujitsu apps

Job description

Job Title:

HVAC Project Manager

Job Purpose:

Become a part of a family owned and operated Plumbing, HVAC & Refrigeration Service Company in Montauk, and assist us in handling jobs & running our teams as our company grows and business increases.

Duties will include but may not be limited to:

-Oversee all aspects of projects including: lead generation, job opportunities, meet & greet customers, measurements, calculations, specifications, parts lists, supplier comparisons, keeping bids organized, PO’s, technical or mechanical drawings, pricing, proposals & estimates, sales, scheduling, ordering, receiving, site visits, project meetings, installation & follow up in the following areas:

-Residential & commercial plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration & water filtration

-Become knowledgeable in code compliance and best practices for the above system types

-Become knowledgeable in code compliance and best practices for the following fuel sources: LP Gas, #2 Fuel Oil, Natural Gas, Electric & Geothermal Systems

-Run point for installations on new construction & renovations proposed & spec’d out by others

-Prioritize service, repair, preventive maintenance & installations in order of importance based on level of emergency, while offering priority of service to full-service customers

-Creation of estimates & proposals in Ignite, follow Ignite processes for ordering, inventory, receiving & timely processing of paperwork to ensure database is updated with accurate pricing before jobs are billed out

-Handle technical explanations of estimates & proposals to customers, in layman’s terms so they may better understand their options & feel confident in their decisions

-Build relationships with our suppliers, learn their strengths & weaknesses & help develop preferred vendors lists for specific parts & fittings to simplify ordering processes & pare down parts database

-Build relationships with manufacturer’s reps & coordinate training sessions for our teams, coordinate with reps over different design plans & ideas for best possible installations

-Build a knowledge base of necessary & useful hand tools, vehicles & other tools as well as how to maintain them and best practices for their use. Share this knowledge with staff as applicable

-Obtain or maintain any licenses or certifications available to individuals working in this industry (ex. CTEP, EPA Certification, OSHA, engineering licenses, plumbing licenses, etc.)

The ideal candidate has developed a proficiency for the following abilities:

-Able to work alone or successfully lead a team of technicians & explain technical aspects of construction & mechanical systems to them so that they may learn & improve their skills – while maintaining a professional atmosphere and setting a consistent positive example in appearance, organization, communication, work ethic & attitude

-Experienced & knowledgeable in the construction industry, Understanding of the order of operations, local, state & national code compliance, and safety procedures & best practices

-Advanced computer literacy & mastery of email, interoffice communication & messaging apps, internet, G-Suite, Microsoft Office, Adobe, and other applicable CAD software as needed

-Ability to pick up & master new software such as Manual J calcs, Fujitsu diagnostic apps, Ignite, etc.

-Ability to multitask or quickly jump from one topic to another

-Ability to respond to emergency situations in a calm manner, following steps to diffuse & improve the situation quickly

-Physical abilities: carrying, lifting, pushing/pulling, moving heavy equipment with a team

Skills/Qualifications:

HVAC or Plumbing experience required. Experience in both areas preferred. Experience in refrigeration a plus. Reliability, punctuality. Must be authorized to work in the United States. Must be able to verbally communicate, as well as read & write in English. Must be able to add, subtract or use a calculator. Must be able to lift 100 lbs. Must have clean & valid driver's license. Must be able to work efficiently and productively alone or in a team. Must be fluent in spoken and written English. Must have advanced computer skills. Must be able to type & operate office equipment like phone systems, printer, copier, scanner, fax, etc.

Full or Part Time:

Our main working hours are 8am -4:30pm M-F with half days Saturdays and emergency call response at night and on weekends & holidays. Some employees work a Tuesday - Saturday schedule. Occasional Overtime is available.

A shorter work week is sometimes available with reduced days per week or hours per day for those who are not able to work full time.

Rate of Pay will depend on experience, qualifications, abilities & performance.

This job is located in Montauk, NY 11954. Please be aware when applying that transportation to and from Montauk from Southampton, NY, or anywhere west of there will be an hour or more each way.

Benefits are available to full time, year round positions. There is a waiting period for some benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Christmas Bonus based on tenure & performance

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time, year round employees eligible

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
• Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction

Work Remotely:

• No. Our service area is between Montauk and Southampton on the South Fork.