Senior Account Manager (1005)

Admiral Heating and Ventilating; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base Salary range $225,000 – $275,000

Bonus and Profit Sharing up to 10%

Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts

Job summary

Admiral Heating and Ventilating is looking for a Sr. Account Manager to develop business with union contractors in the Chicago area. This role focuses on winning new construction projects and enhancing revenues from existing accounts. Candidates should have 10-15 years of relevant experience in commercial HVAC and strong negotiation and relationship-building skills. The position offers a competitive salary, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and a 401k match.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in HVAC, mechanical contracting, or construction sales.
• Established network with Chicagoland contractors, trades, and/or building owners preferred.
• Proven track record of developing new business in commercial HVAC.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow business with union contractors and union‑operated facilities.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to prepare competitive bids.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned accounts.

Skills

Relationship building

Negotiation skills

Communication

Understanding of HVAC

Sales Strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in project management, engineering, finance or business

Tools

Salesforce CRM

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Company Overview

Admiral Heating has been a trusted leader in commercial and industrial HVAC solutions in the Chicagoland area for over 70 years. Specializing in union construction projects and service work, we partner with contractors, developers, and building owners to deliver custom engineered heating, ventilation, and air conditioning solutions. Our reputation is built on quality workmanship, deep industry relationships, and a commitment to long-term customer success.

Admiral Heating operates on EOS (Entrepreneur Operating System). Our Core Values which we require all employees to exemplify are: Safety and Quality First, Intensely Diligent, Own it!, Innovative Approach, Proudly Humble of our Reputation and Exceed Expectations.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced commercial sales relationship-driven Sr. Account Manager to develop and grow business with union contractors and union‑operated facilities across the greater Chicagoland market. The role will focus on winning new construction projects and expanding revenue from existing accounts through strategic upsell and cross‑sell initiatives. Success in this position will require an in‑depth understanding of commercial HVAC and union construction market, a strong network with contractors, brokers, local trades, and the ability to navigate complex bid and negotiation processes.

Qualifications, Competencies, & Abilities

• Identify, qualify, and secure new construction opportunities with general contractors, mechanical contractors, brokers, and developers to achieve pipeline and quota to meet Gross Profit expectations and review/manage Change Orders.
• Develop strong working relationships with local building trades, union leadership, and decision‑makers in the commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to prepare competitive bids that align with labor requirements and project specifications.
• Monitor local bid lists, pre‑bid meetings, and project announcements to stay ahead of market opportunities.

Existing Account Growth

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned accounts, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and responsiveness.
• Proactively identify opportunities for equipment upgrades, retrofit projects, and energy efficiency enhancements.
• Cross‑sell Admiral Heating’s full range of solutions to meet client operational and comfort needs.
• Maintain a consistent presence with customers through job site visits, facility walkthroughs, and strategic review meetings and client office visits with proper cadence.
• Achieve pipeline and quota to meet Gross Profit expectations and review/manage Change Orders.

Market & Relationship Development

• Actively network within Chicago‑area trade organizations, and industry associations to strengthen relationships and brand recognition.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of local building codes, energy efficient ROI calculators, and the latest HVAC systems and technology to best serve our clients.
• Represent Admiral Heating at relevant industry events, trade shows, and contractor meetings.

Sales Process & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and timely opportunity, activity, and forecast data in Salesforce CRM.
• Meet or exceed sales goals for both new construction project wins and existing account revenue growth.
• Coordinate closely with internal teams to ensure a seamless transition from project award to execution.

Qualifications, Competencies, & Abilities

• 10‑15 years of experience in HVAC, mechanical contracting, or construction sales, with specific exposure to union markets.
• Established network with Chicagoland contractors, trades, and/or building owners strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of the construction process, estimating, budgeting cost and bid preparation.
• Proven track record of developing new business and growing existing accounts in the commercial HVAC market in the Chicagoland area.
• Excellent communication, relationship‑building, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with CRM (Salesforce) systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Self‑motivated and results‑driven, with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment.
• Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to travel to other locations using various modes of private and commercial transportation;
• Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
• Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, engineering, finance or business from an accredited college or university or associates in business or accounting preferred.
• Fluent with Microsoft Office Suite.
• 15 Plus Years’ experience in related industry or Project Management field is preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of HVAC and piping.
• This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by managers to perform other instructions and duties. This job description may be revised from time to time and does not constitute a contract for employment.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base Salary range $225,000 – $275,000
• Bonus and Profit Sharing up to 10% of base salary
• Unlimited Commission Opportunity based on Individual Job GP% Performance
• Fidelity 401k Plan with all fees paid by Admiral
• 401k Safe Harbor Match of 4%
• BCBS PPO and HMO Health Insurance Options (Admiral pays 75%)
• Dental and Vision Plans (Admiral pays 75%)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous PTO Policy
• Paid Holiday’s
• 100% Admiral paid Long and Short Term and Short
• $20,000 Admiral Paid Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
• Employee Assistance Plan
• CTA and Parking Reimbursement
• Employee events throughout the year

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by managers to perform other instructions and duties. This job description may be revised from time to time and does not constitute a contract for employment.