Senior PM: Commercial HVAC & Piping Projects Lead

Solid Rock Recruiting, LLC.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Solid Rock Recruiting, LLC. is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee complex HVAC and mechanical piping projects across the Chicago market.

The role requires ownership from preconstruction through closeout, with responsibility for budgets, schedules, and profitability. Ideal candidates have 8+ years in commercial mechanical construction, proven HVAC and piping project management experience, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in commercial mechanical construction.
• Proven experience managing HVAC and mechanical piping projects.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial mechanical projects from planning through closeout.
• Oversee budgets, schedules, procurement, labor coordination, and profitability.
• Manage relations with customers, general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel.
• Coordinate HVAC, ductwork, hydronic piping, and specialty piping installations.
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, and project schedules.
• Manage change orders, cost tracking, forecasting, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with BIM and engineering teams to ensure proper design and installation.
• Maintain project quality, safety, and schedule expectations.

Skills

Project management

HVAC systems

Piping systems

BIM coordination

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Tools

BIM software

Job description

Solid Rock Recruiting, LLC. is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee complex HVAC and mechanical piping projects across the Chicago market.

The role requires ownership from preconstruction through closeout, with responsibility for budgets, schedules, and profitability. Ideal candidates have 8+ years in commercial mechanical construction, proven HVAC and piping project management experience, and strong leadership and communication skills.