Mechanical Project Manager

Allegiance Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

PTO and sick days

Training and professional development

Job summary

Allegiance Group in Chicago, IL is seeking an experienced HVAC Project Manager to lead projects from preconstruction through closeout. You will oversee schedules, budgets, submittals, and coordination with clients, engineers, and subcontractors on commercial, industrial, and healthcare facilities.

The ideal candidate has proven PM experience in HVAC or mechanical construction, strong reading of drawings, and excellent communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• PM experience in HVAC or mechanical construction.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Strong budgeting, scheduling, and cost-control experience.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage HVAC projects from handover through completion.
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, procurement, and cost control.
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with clients, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and field teams.
• Manage RFIs, change orders, purchase orders, and material releases.
• Monitor project progress, financial performance, and project schedules.
• Lead project meetings, site visits, and coordination meetings.
• Oversee project closeout, commissioning, and final handover.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Communication

Reading drawings

Education

Construction Management degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Construction management software

Job description

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established mechanical contractor seeking an experienced HVAC Project Manager to join its growing team in Chicago, Illinois.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager with a strong background in commercial HVAC or mechanical construction to take ownership of projects from initial handover through completion. The successful candidate will manage commercial, industrial, healthcare, and other large-scale mechanical projects throughout the Chicago metropolitan area.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage HVAC projects from handover through completion
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, procurement, and cost control
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, and project documentation
• Coordinate with clients, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and field teams
• Manage RFIs, change orders, purchase orders, and material releases
• Monitor project progress, financial performance, and project schedules
• Lead project meetings, site visits, and coordination meetings
• Manage equipment and material procurement
• Identify and resolve project risks, delays, and scope changes
• Maintain accurate project records and documentation
• Oversee project closeout, commissioning, and final handover

Requirements

• Previous Project Management experience within HVAC or mechanical construction
• Strong knowledge of commercial HVAC systems, equipment, and installation methods
• Experience managing projects from preconstruction through completion
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications
• Strong budgeting, scheduling, and cost-control experience
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skillsAbility to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management software
• Degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field is beneficial but not essential
• Knowledge of the Chicago and Greater Chicagoland construction market is preferred
• Salary up to $130,000, depending on experience
• PTO and sick days
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Training and professional development
• Long-term career progression
• Stable pipeline of mechanical projects