Project Manager - Columbus

Clark Schaefer Hackett; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ElitAire in Columbus, OH is seeking a Construction Project Manager to support internal and external customers with HVAC equipment selection and application. You will manage day-to-day project activities and coordinate start-up, warranty, and troubleshooting with service teams.

The ideal candidate has a degree in project or construction management, strong problem-solving, and proficiency with Windows, Word and Excel. Travel to sites (10–25%) and CAD familiarity are a plus.

Qualifications

• Degree in project/construction management or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Site visits required with 10-25% travel.
• HVAC project management experience preferred.
• Proficient with Windows, Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day project activities for executed orders.
• Coordinate start-up, warranty, and troubleshooting support with service teams and technicians.
• Provide technical support and develop proposals and pricing estimates.
• Apply HVAC airside and waterside knowledge to support equipment selection and application.
• Understand multiple technologies across manufacturer equipment lines.
• Create equipment selections using manufacturer software and resources.
• Support Account Managers and customers with proper equipment selection and application.
• Develop scopes and proposals with itemized project costs.
• Document selection criteria and maintain project files.
• Assist Account Managers with customer-specific marketing strategies.
• Build and maintain relationships with new and existing customers.
• Provide project updates and clear communication throughout the lifecycle.
• Conduct site visits as needed; travel estimated at 10%-25%.

Skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Customer service

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in project management, construction management or Industrial-related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SolidWorks

Windows

Word

Excel

Job description

Job Opportunity: Construction Project Manager with ElitAire in Columbus, OH

As a Construction Project Manager at ElitAire, you will provide application support for internal and external customers using equipment selection and application knowledge.

Other responsibilities include:

• Manage day-to-day project activities for executed orders.
• Coordinate start-up, warranty, and troubleshooting support with service teams and technicians.
• Provide technical support and develop proposals and pricing estimates.
• Apply HVAC airside and waterside knowledge to support equipment selection and application.
• Understand multiple technologies across manufacturer equipment lines.
• Create equipment selections using manufacturer software and resources.
• Support Account Managers and customers with proper equipment selection and application.
• Develop scopes and proposals with itemized project costs.
• Document selection criteria and maintain project files.
• Assist Account Managers with customer-specific marketing strategies.
• Build and maintain relationships with new and existing customers.
• Provide project updates and clear communication throughout the lifecycle.
• Conduct site visits as needed; travel estimated at 10%-25%.

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to problem solve and make decisions without close supervision. They must be self-motivated, accurate, efficient, and capable of responding to customer needs. Additionally, this candidate will have:

• Bachelor's or associate degree in project management, construction management or Industrial; preferred. Equivalent years of experience will also be considered.
• Site visits; required (travel is estimated to be between 10%-25%)
• HVAC Project Management; preferred.
• Proficiency in computer applications and operating systems including Windows, Word, and Excel.
• Familiarity with Computer Aided Drafting software (AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks) is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to make independent decisions.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of responding effectively to customer needs.

Join ElitAire, where our commitment to both customers and our team defines our success. We prioritize people and deliver top-notch sales, service, and controls to the commercial and industrial HVAC market across Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. Since 2008, we've grown from 7 employees to a thriving team of approximately 95, and we're on a robust trajectory of expansion.

To learn more about ElitAire, visit our website and our LinkedIn page:

https://elitaire.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/elitaire/

This is an exciting opportunity to do something extraordinary: Join a growing team that delivers engineered solutions for sustainable design and energy efficient HVAC systems.

Employer is EEO/M/F/D/V.