Project Manager - HVAC

Carrier; North Carolina; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrier is seeking an experienced Project Manager in North Carolina responsible for overseeing large HVAC projects, managing financial performance, and leading teams. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of commercial HVAC experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to travel up to 50% within the region.

This role requires a high level of customer satisfaction and efficient project management to deliver successful outcomes. Essential functions include financial forecasting, project scheduling, and subcontractor management.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial HVAC experience with systems and installs.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.
• Ability to travel up to 50% within the Carolina’s/Virginia area.

Responsibilities

• Manage large portfolio projects and provide direction to Field Engineers.
• Oversee project financial performance including billing and revenue forecasting.
• Coordinate project materials and manage relationships with subcontractors.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Project management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AA/AS degree in relevant field

BA/BS degree in relevant field

Tools

MS Project

Job description

About this role

Carrier is a leading provider of heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems, building controls and automation, and fire and security systems leading to safer, smarter, sustainable, and high-performance buildings. About the position

We are looking for a Project Manager who works independently, supports the development of project plans, schedules and budgets for projects, facilitates project tasks with various functional organizations, forecasts project revenues, tracks progress, identifies project problems, and recommends resolutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Management of large portfolio projects following project processes and where applicable provide direction to assisting Field Engineers
• Understand and complete projects per the contractual requirements as sold, within budget, on‑time and with a high level of customer satisfaction
• Responsible for the overall financial performance of assigned projects including project planning, billing, revenue forecasting, A/R collections and re‑estimating costs of installation projects
• Manage the delivery of the contracted scope and assist with change orders for the expansion of scope
• Coordinate project materials and the use of shared resources; identify resource constraints and assist with corrective action plans to remedy any issues
• Manage relationships with sub‑contractors, customers, identifying issues that may arise, take corrective action along with discuss with appropriate management on ways to remedy any issues

Essential Functions

• FINANCIAL
  • Perform “actual vs. estimated” analyses and identify variances, reasons for variances, and mitigation steps
  • Maintain budget or reduce cost, maintaining client satisfaction
  • Maintain positive cash flow through approved SOV, follow up on billings
• PROJECT SCHEDULING
  • Plan manpower and know when resources are required on the project.
  • Create a working schedule and proactively plan and protect our contractual timelines
• SUBCONTRACTOR MANAGEMENT
  • Schedule continuous site visits to quality check our subcontractor.
  • Be able to provide installation and schedule direction
  • Document all installation/schedule issues with subcontractor
• COMMUNICATION AND DOCUMENTATION
  • Provide necessary documentation and communication to all customer levels and sub‑contractors and/or ensure that the appropriate members of the project team do so.
  • Professionally represent Carrier in meetings and always be proactive in defending the company’s best interest

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Self‑starter, be able to organize and plan your work schedule.
• Work well in a team environment.
• Strong problem solving, planning and project management skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Outlook, MS Project, Access.
• Leading small project teams 4-10 people.
• Reading and understanding specifications and scope of work.
• General knowledge of employment laws and practices.
• Project financial reporting.
• Prior commercial experience in Mechanical Construction, HVAC installs and systems and/or Building Automation required.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 5+ years’ Commercial HVAC experience in the field on HVAC systems and installs/and or BAS (Building Automation Systems) industry.
• Must be able to travel up to 50% within the Carolina’s/Virginia area.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• AA/AS degree required, 5+ years’ work experience in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Electronics, IT or
• BA/BS degree with 4+ years’ work experience in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Electronics, or IT.

Additional information

• Due to contracts agreements, this position does not support sponsorship.