Senior HVAC Project Leader: Autonomy, Growth & Client Impact

Orion Placement; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive bonus potential

Strong long-term career advancement机会

Significant autonomy to build client关系

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking an experienced HVAC mechanical contracting Project Manager in Pasadena, CA. The role involves leading high-profile HVAC projects from business development through execution, with significant autonomy and opportunities to mentor a growing project management team.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years of HVAC PM/estimation/design experience, a BS in Mechanical Engineering, and strong client relationship skills.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of commercial HVAC mechanical contracting experience in PM, estimating, or design.
• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience managing HVAC projects ranging from ~$50K to large-scale commercial projects.
• Proven business development and client relationship experience.
• Strong financial management, estimating, and contract administration skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with construction software such as Bluebeam, Smartsheet, FastEst, BidTracer, IFS, JDE, or similar is preferred.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow client relationships while identifying new business opportunities.
• Manage commercial HVAC mechanical projects from initial concept through closeout.
• Prepare estimates, proposals, budgets, forecasts, and contract documentation.
• Oversee project financial performance including forecasting, cost control, billing, and change orders.
• Coordinate engineering, purchasing, accounting, construction, and field operations.
• Lead customer meetings and maintain strong relationships with owners, contractors, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Manage project schedules and installation sequencing with field leadership.
• Mentor project management and sales team members while supporting recruiting and team development.
• Ensure successful project execution while maintaining exceptional customer satisfaction.
• Drive continuous improvements in estimating, engineering, and project delivery processes.

Skills

Business development

Client relationship management

Leadership

Communication

Financial management

Contract administration

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

Smartsheet

FastEst

BidTracer

IFS

JDE

Job description

Orion Placement is seeking an experienced HVAC mechanical contracting Project Manager in Pasadena, CA. The role involves leading high-profile HVAC projects from business development through execution, with significant autonomy and opportunities to mentor a growing project management team.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years of HVAC PM/estimation/design experience, a BS in Mechanical Engineering, and strong client relationship skills.