Project Developer/Project Manager

Socket.dev; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Havtech is seeking an experienced Project Developer/Manager in a senior role focused on HVAC systems for complex commercial projects. You will drive preconstruction design, cost estimation, value engineering, scheduling, and cash-flow planning while leading subcontractor negotiations and contract development.

You will oversee construction, client relationships, and team development, ensuring on-time delivery, budget adherence, and high-quality results across DB/CM/GC projects.

Qualifications

• Must have extensive hands-on experience in commercial construction with HVAC systems knowledge.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and train team members; monitor work for quality and timeliness.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills; ability to manage multiple projects and teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop HVAC solutions with system scope, design, estimates, value engineering, scheduling, and cash flow projections.
• Lead comprehensive bid efforts, contract management, and subcontractor negotiations to secure favorable terms.
• Capable of leading DB/CM/GC construction efforts and serving as primary client contact.
• Oversee project deliverables, documentation, close-out, and warranty processes.
• Mentor and manage project teams; monitor tasks, manpower, and performance.
• Support business development through client engagement and strategic opportunities.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Project management

Estimating

Scheduling

Budgeting

Negotiations

Leadership

Client communications

Team mentoring

Tools

Timberline

Procore

Job description

SUMMARY:

The role of a Project Developer/Manager is multifaceted, demanding a broad spectrum of expertise. Proficiency in HVAC systems and equipment is crucial, as it involves understanding the design, operation, and maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems which are integral to building management and environmental control. Mechanical and electrical engineering skills are essential for overseeing the installation, troubleshooting, and optimization of these systems. Project management expertise ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Sales skills are necessary to effectively communicate the value of the systems and negotiate contracts, while finance knowledge is important for managing budgets, forecasting costs, and ensuring the financial viability of projects. This hybrid role is central to the successful delivery of complex projects that require technical knowledge as well as business acumen.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other functions may be assigned:

Preconstruction / Design & Estimating:

• Develop HVAC systems and solutions using a combination of equipment and controls and other leading HVAC equipment and systems that include project scoping, concept development, engineering analysis, and system validation.
• Presents to audiences to convey solutions and technical information.
• Capable of leading a comprehensive preconstruction effort for a typical Comprehensive Sales project including but not limited to solution design, cost estimates, cost studies, value engineering, scheduling, constructability reviews, site logistics planning, and cash flow projections.
• Capable of leading a comprehensive bid effort including but not limited to preparing and sending out invitations to bid, preparing a project manual, distributing bid documents as required, verifying bid coverage, setting up and utilizing estimate template. Comprehension and execution of all bid requirements including insurances, permits, MBE requirements, prevailing wage requirements, taxes, bonding requirements, and form of proposal.
• Develop comprehensive scopes of work as required for contracting a project.
• Conduct subcontract agreement negotiations with subcontractors to achieve the strongest contract for the project.

Construction:

• Capable of leading a comprehensive construction effort for DB/CM/GC projects
• Act as the primary senior level contact with the client throughout the duration of the project
• Monitor project team deliverables for timely and accurate submissions as required by the project schedule and client oversee project financials and schedule development and management
• Ensure accurate and consistent files and documentation are maintained.
• Lead timely close-out processes including punch list completion, warranty documentation and fulfillment, and as-built drawings.

Personnel:

• Management of project team members required for the successful execution of your projects.
• Provide mentorship to entry-level team members working on your projects.
• Provide coaching to team members to promote development and growth.
• Monitor all delegated tasks for accuracy, efficiency, and proper process.
• Monitor manpower requirements for your projects.

Business Development:

• Maintain relationships with previous and current clients, architects, and engineers you have/are working with.
• Join and actively engage in a mechanical HVAC industry related organization, ASHRAE or other
• Provide key technical support in pursuit of Havtech business, including participation on strategic job acquisition teams.
• Responsible for obtaining customers from project development through project transition.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have at least 5-10 years of hands-on experience in the commercial construction industry with a general contractor or construction managements firm with specific mechanical HVAC systems knowledge
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and train team members; monitor their work for quality and completeness, and foster a positive work environment that encourages the personal and professional growth of all team member
• Familiarity with HVAC systems, temperature controls, and process control systems is a must
• Demonstrated success in managing multiple projects and teams.
• Demonstrated high level of achievement in the areas of project management, estimating, scheduling, budget / cost control, negotiations, field supervision, and financial reporting.
• Excellent organization, leadership, analytical, and communication skills, including the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner, and to organize necessary resources, including people, materials, equipment, tools, and time to meet tight deadlines and achieve desired results.
• High functional ability to understand, interpret, and implement plans, specifications, and other contract documents.
• Demonstrated ability to professionally resolve escalated issues with clients, subcontractors, and other third parties in a timely manner.
• Substantial knowledge of and experience with solicitation, negotiation, award, and management of subcontracts, including without limitations, preparation of bid and subcontractor scope language.
• Understanding of scheduling logic / constraints.
• Proficient with construction management software (Timberline and Procore experience preferred).
• Substantial knowledge of AIA contract documents, and in particular cost plus
• GMP / Design Build contracts.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies

and applicable laws. Responsibilities include involvement with planning, assigning, and

directing work; appraising work and performance; creating development plans.

disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems with on-site

staff.

Consult with owners, operations management and estimators to become thoroughly

familiar with the project requirements and criteria.

Support Business Development through regular communication with clients to ensure

that Havtech is meeting their needs, reporting back to BD and facilitating repeat

business with existing clients.