HVAC Project Manager, Boilers & HVAC Systems

Cobalt Recruitment; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Project performance bonus

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cobalt Recruitment in Bronx, NY is seeking an HVAC Project Manager to own commercial boiler, heating, and plumbing installation projects from estimating through closeout. You will manage budgets, schedules and RFIs while partnering with the field Superintendent to deliver projects from $2M to $20M.

The role is client-facing with long-term growth and a project bonus. Strong reading of drawings and extensive PM software experience are required for success in this leadership position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of PM experience in commercial mechanical, HVAC, boiler, or plumbing construction.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, and change orders on multi-million projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Proficient with project management software (Procore, MS Project).
• Strong client-facing leadership and communication.

Responsibilities

• Own full project lifecycle from estimating through closeout for projects up to $20M.
• Build and update budgets, schedules, and cost reports.
• Review RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings.
• Estimate, negotiate, and document change orders.
• Coordinate with superintendent and field team on sequencing and subcontractors.
• Lead client meetings and provide regular updates.
• Manage contracts, invoicing, and pay applications.
• Support bidding and proposal development for new opportunities.
• Drive project closeout and final documentation.

Skills

Project Management

Budget Management

Drawing Interpretation

Client Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Job description

HVAC Project Manager, Boilers & HVAC Systems (JN -102026-85830) Bronx, New York

Salary: USD130000 - USD160000 per annum

HVACProject Manager, Boilers & HVAC Systems

Job Type: Full-Time

Industry: Commercial Mechanical Construction, Boiler & HVAC Systems Installation

Pay: $130,000 to $160,000 base salary + Project Performance Bonus

A licensed Master Plumber, Oil Burner Installer, and General Contractor serving New York City is hiring a Construction Project Manager to own commercial boiler, heating, and plumbing installation projects ranging from $2M to $20M, end-to-end. You'll run the office side of every project, estimating and budgeting, managing RFIs and submittals, and keeping the client updated, while partnering closely with the Superintendent who runs the field. This is a client-facing leadership seat with long-term growth and project bonuses.

Responsibilities

• Own the full project lifecycle on commercial boiler, heating, and plumbing installation projects ranging from $2M to $20M, from estimating and bidding through closeout
• Build, manage, and update project budgets, schedules, and cost reports
• Review and process RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings
• Estimate, negotiate, and document change orders
• Partner with the Superintendent and field team on sequencing, materials, and subcontractor scopes
• Serve as the primary client contact, providing regular updates on schedule, budget, and progress
• Lead project meetings with clients, engineers, architects, and city agencies
• Manage subcontractor and vendor contracts, invoicing, and pay applications
• Support bidding and proposal development for new project opportunities
• Drive project closeout, punch list completion, and final documentation

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in commercial mechanical, HVAC, boiler, or plumbing construction, with a contractor in those trades (not an electrical background)
• Strong background in commercial boilers, hydronic and steam heating systems, plumbing, or mechanical construction
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, and change orders on multi-million dollar projects
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and mechanical/plumbing plans
• Proficient with project management and scheduling software (Procore, MS Project, or similar)

Preferred

• Experience with cogeneration (CHP) systems, chillers, or general HVAC
• Prior experience on prevailing wage, NYCHA, or affordable housing compliance projects
• Familiarity with field service platforms such as BuildOps or ServiceTitan
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field

Compensation and Benefits

• $130,000 to $160,000 base salary
• Project performance bonus
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off

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