HVAC PROJECT MANAGER

gpac; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is confidentially seeking an experienced HVAC Project Manager to lead high-impact commercial mechanical projects across the Chicagoland market. You will own budgets, schedules, forecasts, and margins from award through closeout, coordinating with field teams, owners, architects, and contractors, while upholding a strong safety culture.

Ideal candidates have 3-7+ years of HVAC project management experience, strong knowledge of systems and contracts, and proficiency with Procore.

Qualifications

• 3-7+ years in commercial HVAC/mechanical construction project management

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial HVAC/mechanical projects from award to completion with budgets, schedules, and forecasts
• Monitor financials, protect margins, manage contracts, scope, and change orders
• Coordinate with field teams, subcontractors, vendors, owners, architects, and stakeholders
• Lead OAC meetings and project coordination efforts
• Maintain organized project documentation in Procore
• Promote safety culture across all projects
• Manage multiple projects with accountability for financials, schedule, and execution

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Budget management

Forecasting

Leadership

Communication

Tools

Procore

Job description

A reputable and growing commercial mechanical contractor is confidentially looking to add an experienced HVAC Project Manager to their team. This is an opportunity to take ownership of high-impact commercial mechanical projects across the Chicagoland market while working alongside an experienced leadership team.

The ideal candidate is more than just a schedule manager. They understand the financial side of construction and know how to manage budgets, control costs, protect margins, oversee scope, and keep projects moving from initial award through successful closeout.

What You'll Do

• Lead commercial HVAC/mechanical construction projects from award through completion- Take ownership of project budgets, schedules, forecasting, and cost-to-complete- Monitor project financials and proactively identify opportunities to protect margins- Manage contracts, scope, change orders, and project documentation- Coordinate with field teams, subcontractors, vendors, owners, architects, and other stakeholders- Lead and participate in OAC meetings and project coordination efforts- Maintain organized and accurate project documentation through Procore- Promote and maintain a strong culture of safety across all projects- Manage multiple projects while maintaining accountability for financial performance, schedule, and overall execution

What We're Looking For

• 3-7+ years of commercial HVAC or mechanical construction project management experience- Strong knowledge of HVAC/mechanical systems, plans, specifications, and contracts- Proven ability to manage project budgets, schedules, and overall project execution- Experience with forecasting, cost-to-complete reporting, and margin management- Proficiency with Procore or comparable construction management software- Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and leadership skills- Union mechanical construction experience is a plus

The Company Offers

• Consistent project backlog and long-term stability
• Clear roles, responsibilities, and decision-making authority
• Experienced leadership and strong operational support
• Safety-focused work environment
• Opportunities for long-term professional growth
• The resources and stability of a larger organization without the unnecessary corporate red tape

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.