Project Manager - Mechanical Construction/HVAC

Entec Services, Inc.; Bartonville (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle / allowance

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

ENTEC Services, Inc. seeks an HVAC / Mechanical Project Manager to lead turnkey installations for commercial and industrial facilities across central Illinois.

You will guide resources, field crews, and subcontractors from kickoff through commissioning to ensure safety, quality, and client satisfaction. The role collaborates with sales estimators during pre-bid and scope assembly, with a requirement of 5+ years in HVAC/mechanical project management.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in HVAC, mechanical construction, or mechanical service project management.
• Understanding of commercial HVAC equipment, piping, and job-site operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication with leadership capabilities.
• Ability to work as part of a team and as an independent leader.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Solid problem solving and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Lead turnkey mechanical delivery of HVAC and energy infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with sales estimators during pre-bid and scope assembly.
• Direct daily field operations, manpower allocation, and material logistics.
• Coordinate with owners, engineers, architects, general contractors, and subcontractors."
• Track job costs, invoicing, and change orders/RFIs.
• Enforce safety standards and contractual/code compliance.
• Maintain strong client relationships and project ownership.

Skills

HVAC/Mechanical PM experience

Leadership

Team collaboration

Time management

Problem solving

Communication skills

MS Office/Google Workspace

Education

Associate degree in construction management or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Description

About ENTEC Services

Celebrating 45 years as a locally owned industry leader, ENTEC Services, Inc. combines flexible work environments with strong support for personal and professional growth.

Our best-in-class team of engineers, mechanical service technicians, building automation experts, and administrative professionals collaborates to solve complex facility challenges at their root cause. ENTEC Services delivers unmatched technical expertise and accountability across the building automation and mechanical services industries. Driven by our core values—Own It, Serve Others, Choose Great, and Build Connections—we empower our team members to deliver exceptional results every day.

Position Summary

Are you ready to lead complex mechanical installations that keep commercial and industrial facilities running at peak performance? As an HVAC / Mechanical Project Manager, you will direct turnkey mechanical construction, boiler/chiller upgrades, piping, and HVAC replacement projects across central Illinois.

In this dynamic role, you will collaborate with our sales estimators during pre-bid and scope assembly, then take full ownership post-sale to guide resources, field crews, and subcontractors from kickoff through commissioning. You will manage multiple high-profile mechanical projects, ensuring flawless execution, high quality, and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Turnkey Mechanical Delivery: Lead assigned mechanical, HVAC, and energy infrastructure projects, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time completion.
• Pre-Bid & Sales Estimator Collaboration: Partner regularly with sales estimators during initial scoping and scheduling to establish clear project baselines and eliminate operational friction early.
• Project Execution & Site Oversight: Direct daily field operations, manpower allocation, and material logistics across job sites.
• Stakeholder & Subcontractor Leadership: Coordinate directly with owners, engineers, architects, general contractors, and trade subcontractors to maintain tight project schedules.
• Financial & Change Management: Track job costs, manage project progress invoicing, and develop change orders and Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Contractual & Safety Compliance: Rigorously enforce company and job-site safety standards, ensuring all work meets contractual conditions and code specifications.
• Client Engagement: Maintain strong relationships with facility owners and general contractors, serving as a trusted advisor.

Qualifications & Capabilities

Required:

• Experience: 5+ years of hands-on experience in HVAC, mechanical construction, or mechanical service project management.
• Technical Depth: Comprehensive understanding of commercial HVAC equipment, mechanical systems, piping, and job-site operations.
• Communication & Leadership: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong leadership capabilities.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively as both a team player and an independent leader.
• Organization & Time Management: High capacity to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously.
• Problem Solving & Negotiation: Proven conflict-resolution skills and creative problem-solving ability.
• Software Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace products.

Preferred:

• Associate degree with 2+ years of construction project management experience in HVAC or mechanical construction, OR a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds regularly.
• Ability to kneel, squat, twist, bend, and reach regularly.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand movements, use hand tools with dexterity, and grasp/manipulate small objects.
• Ability to correctly wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by site conditions.
• Ability to regularly stand, sit, talk, hear, and operate phones and computers.

Anticipated Salary Range & Benefits

• Salary: $70,000 - $100,000+ (commensurate with experience)
• Company Vehicle / Allowance: Included
• Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending accounts (FSA); and generous paid time off (PTO).