Senior Project Manager

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

We are representing an established commercial mechanical contractor seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee complex HVAC and mechanical piping projects throughout the Chicago market.

The company specializes in commercial, institutional, healthcare, and government projects, providing complete HVAC installations, piping systems, ductwork, and BIM coordination services. This is an opportunity for an experienced project leader to take ownership of projects from preconstruction through final completion.

Responsibilities:

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

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in commercial mechanical construction.
• Proven experience managing HVAC and mechanical piping projects.
• Strong understanding of commercial construction, mechanical systems, and project execution.
• Experience overseeing budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and field operations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Familiarity with BIM coordination, prefabrication, and mechanical construction technology is preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Project Experience: Commercial high-rise construction, healthcare facilities, hospitals, educational institutions, government facilities, mechanical retrofits, and large-scale HVAC installations.