Mission-Critical HVAC Project Leader

Ambient Enterprises; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Johnson Barrow is seeking a Construction Project Manager to lead the end-to-end execution of mission-critical commercial HVAC projects. You will manage post-sale coordination, submit submittals, and drive startup, commissioning, and warranty activities across on-site and field teams.

The role requires strong technical acumen, field presence, travel to job sites, and proficiency with commissioning platforms.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in commercial or mission-critical construction, preferably with HVAC or MEP systems.
• Strong understanding of construction documents, mechanical plans, and technical specifications.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot technical issues and propose creative, practical solutions.
• Excellent communication, customer-facing, and conflict-resolution skills; ability to act with urgency when needed.
• Highly organized, self-directed, and accountable for meeting project deadlines and deliverables.
• Ability to interpret technical and contractual language; comfortable with commissioning and project management software.

Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery from equipment release through commissioning and warranty closeout.
• Interpret construction drawings, schedules, and specifications to ensure all equipment and controls align with design intent.
• Prepare, submit, and review submittal packages, verifying compliance with engineering requirements and mission-critical performance criteria.
• Track project progress using PM tools and commissioning software; update stakeholders on technical and logistical status.
• Site Management & Commissioning: conduct regular site visits to verify proper receipt, staging, installation, and integration of HVAC equipment.
• Partner with the Johnson Barrow service team to plan and oversee equipment startup, functional testing, and commissioning processes.
• Participate in commissioning meetings with engineers, contractors, and owners; document issues, drive resolution, and manage closeout requirements.
• Ensure all field activities comply with project safety standards and manufacturer requirements.
• Customer & Stakeholder Communication: serve as a technical representative of Johnson Barrow in the field and via phone/email.
• Provide timely updates on order status, technical issues, schedule impacts, and commissioning milestones.
• Build strong relationships with engineers, general contractors, subcontractors, and building owners to ensure an exceptional project experience.
• Project Controls & Continuous Improvement: manage project budgets, change orders, and financial tracking.
• Identify inefficiencies in project delivery and recommend process improvements.
• Support internal sales, service, and parts teams to ensure seamless execution across departments.

Skills

Project management

HVAC systems knowledge

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Tools

CxAlloy

Job description

Johnson Barrow is seeking a Construction Project Manager to lead the end-to-end execution of mission-critical commercial HVAC projects. You will manage post-sale coordination, submit submittals, and drive startup, commissioning, and warranty activities across on-site and field teams.

The role requires strong technical acumen, field presence, travel to job sites, and proficiency with commissioning platforms.