HVAC Project Manager

NextPlay Jobs; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) plan

Employee ownership participation

Life insurance

Job summary

A leading HVAC firm in the Northwest Chicago suburbs is seeking an experienced HVAC Project Manager to oversee multiple projects. You will negotiate contracts, manage project scopes, and maintain relationships with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of HVAC experience and strong leadership skills. This full-time position offers a competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $120,000 annually, and includes comprehensive benefits such as medical coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of HVAC project management or field experience.
• Strong knowledge of commercial HVAC systems.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate contract scope and prepare purchase orders.
• Build and maintain relationships with contractors and suppliers.
• Oversee project estimating, scheduling, and execution.

Skills

HVAC experience

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Project management

Construction document interpretation

Tools

Autodesk

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam

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Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

NextPlay Jobs is happy to partner with a well-established organization with over a century of continuous operation. We are seeking an experienced HVAC Project Manager to join its team in the Northwest Chicago suburbs. This company delivers complex HVAC projects across a variety of environments and continues to grow its presence nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Negotiate contract scope, buy-outs, and prepare purchase orders
• Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, general contractors, vendors, suppliers, and internal teams
• Oversee project organization, estimating, scheduling, execution, and closeout across multiple HVAC projects
• Manage financial aspects of projects including forecasting, manpower planning, job cost tracking, and monthly billings
• Monitor installations to ensure work aligns with company standards and project specifications
• Communicate project status, changes, schedules, and expectations clearly and professionally
• Manage scope of work, pricing, approvals, change orders, and issue resolution
• Partner closely with field staff to assess workload, manpower needs, and job status
• Follow up with stakeholders throughout project execution to ensure satisfaction
• Proactively communicate risks, challenges, and successes to leadership
• Coordinate with field teams to ensure timely release of equipment and materials

Qualifications

• 3+ years of HVAC experience (project management, estimating, and/or field experience)
• Strong knowledge of commercial HVAC systems
• Proven success managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Understanding of construction processes including RFIs, RFPs, and change orders
• Knowledge of applicable mechanical codes
• Proficiency with Autodesk, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Bluebeam
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents and technical schematics
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites as needed

Compensation

• $100,000–$120,000 base salary, depending on experience and qualifications
• Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus

This role is benefits-eligible and includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) plan, employee ownership participation, and life insurance. Benefits are provided in accordance with plan and policy documents.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Project Management and Finance

Industries

HVAC and Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing