HVAC Project Developer

Sbf-Search,-LLC; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays paid

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Bonus incentive

Company vehicle

Insurance (medical/dental/vision)

Job summary

Sbf-Search, LLC is seeking a seasoned Project Developer to identify, develop, and deliver high-value commercial HVAC and mechanical projects across the Washington, DC/MD region. You will leverage deep technical and commercial know-how to turn customer needs into profitable projects.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in commercial HVAC, construction, or design-build, with strong estimating, budgeting, and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Strong HVAC/mechanical systems knowledge and experience in commercial projects.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, financial, and project-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate with customers, contractors, vendors, and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop owner-direct turnkey, retrofit, replacement, and specialty project opportunities.
• Conduct facility assessments and evaluate HVAC/mechanical systems to identify customer needs.
• Develop project scopes, conceptual designs, budgets, schedules, and execution strategies.
• Prepare estimates, cost models, margin analyses, and financial forecasts.
• Coordinate engineering, vendors, subcontractors, and self-perform field teams.
• Lead project turnover to Project Management and Operations.
• Follow safety, quality, and compliance requirements.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Project management

HVAC knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Construction Management/Mechanical Engineering Technology

Job description

Project Developer

Commercial HVAC & Mechanical Construction

Salary Range $150,000-$175,000 plus bonus

We’re seeking an experienced Project Developer to identify, develop, and deliver high-value commercial HVAC and mechanical projects throughout the Washington, DC/MD area. Strong proficiency in broad commercial HVAC project development, including boiler experience, required.

This role is ideal for a seasoned HVAC or mechanical construction professional who understands both the technical and commercial sides of project development and can turn customer needs into successful, profitable projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop owner-direct turnkey, retrofit, replacement, and specialty project opportunities.
• Conduct facility assessments and evaluate HVAC/mechanical systems to identify customer needs.
• Develop project scopes, conceptual designs, budgets, schedules, and execution strategies.
• Prepare estimates, cost models, margin analyses, and financial forecasts.
• Partner with Account Managers to develop and present technical solutions.
• Lead value-engineering efforts to improve constructability, lifecycle value, and profitability.
• Coordinate engineering, vendors, subcontractors, and self-perform field teams.
• Negotiate subcontractor proposals and supplier pricing.
• Manage multiple opportunities while maintaining accurate CRM pipeline and forecasting.
• Review contracts, identify commercial risks, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Lead project turnover to Project Management and Operations.
• Support customers through project kickoff while maintaining strong relationships.
• Achieve booking, revenue, margin, and proposal-conversion goals.
• Follow all safety, quality, and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related field preferred; equivalent HVAC/mechanical contracting experience considered.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in commercial HVAC, mechanical construction, design-build, estimating, project development, or project management.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC/mechanical systems, construction practices, estimating, and project delivery.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, financial, and project-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively with customers, contractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Willingness to travel throughout the Washington, DC area.
• Excellent Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous paid time off and company-paid holidays
• Paid sick time in accordance with applicable law
• Tuition reimbursement after six months
• Paid parental leave
• Bonus incentive opportunity
• Company vehicle and gas card

Individual compensation will vary based on skills, qualifications, and experience.

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.