Senior HVAC Project Manager & Estimator

gpac; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

GPAC is seeking an experienced HVAC Project Manager / Estimator to lead commercial mechanical construction projects from bid through completion. The role requires strong technical knowledge of HVAC systems, budgets, schedules, and client coordination.

You will develop competitive estimates, manage procurement, review drawings, and lead field and office teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HVAC project management or mechanical construction experience.
• Ability to read blueprints, specs, and mechanical drawings.
• Experience with cost estimates and bid proposals.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, and subcontractors.
• Proficiency with estimating/project management software is a plus (FastPIPE, FastDUCT, Trimble, Bluebeam).

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate HVAC project estimates based on plans, specifications, and bid documents.
• Perform take-offs for mechanical systems including ductwork, piping, and equipment.
• Analyze project scope and identify potential risks, cost factors, and value engineering opportunities.
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotes.
• Participate in bid reviews and proposal development.
• Manage HVAC construction projects from award through closeout.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and cost forecasts.
• Coordinate with field supervisors, foremen, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Review project drawings, RFIs, and submittals to ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Monitor labor productivity and project profitability.
• Ensure projects meet quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, engineers, and general contractors.
• Lead project meetings and provide status updates.
• Resolve project issues and coordinate solutions between office and field teams.
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors and subcontractors.

Skills

Project planning

Budgeting

Estimating

Vendor management

Scheduling

Leadership

Communication

Tools

FastPIPE

FastDUCT

Trimble

Bluebeam

Job description

GPAC is seeking an experienced HVAC Project Manager / Estimator to lead commercial mechanical construction projects from bid through completion. The role requires strong technical knowledge of HVAC systems, budgets, schedules, and client coordination.

You will develop competitive estimates, manage procurement, review drawings, and lead field and office teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while maintaining quality and safety standards.