Sr. HVAC Project Manager

Insight Global; Oak Creek (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a senior Project Manager to lead end-to-end construction projects with a focus on HVAC, plumbing, and sheet metal scopes. You will manage budgets, schedules, forecasting, and safety while mentoring junior PMs and coordinating with field teams.

Strong client relationship skills and the ability to drive proposals, risk management, and financial performance are required for this demanding role in a commercial/industrial setting. On-site work in Wisconsin is common.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent construction industry experience.
• 2+ years supporting HVAC installations for a mechanical subcontractor.
• 7-8+ years PM experience in commercial/industrial construction.
• Experience managing full lifecycle of projects (budgeting, scheduling, RFIs, submittals, closeout).
• Experience leading large-scale commercial/industrial projects ($10M+).
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems and field coordination.
• Proven ability to build client relationships in a client-facing environment.
• Experience with estimating, labor planning, and project finances.
• Leadership experience mentoring PMs/PMAs or project teams.
• Proficiency with CAD, Revit, Navisworks or BIM tools.
• LEED accreditation or sustainability experience.
• Background supporting or leading proposals and business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project execution including budgeting, scheduling, and labor forecasting.
• Support estimating and proposals across plumbing, piping, and sheet metal scopes.
• Build and maintain client relationships with owners, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities and contribute to proposals.
• Coordinate with field teams for labor management and safety compliance.
• Perform safety audits and ensure safe job site execution.
• Mentor Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers.
• Ensure projects meet financial margins and operational goals.
• Apply technical expertise to support project success.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Budgeting & scheduling

Mentorship

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Engineering/Business

Equivalent construction industry experience

Tools

CAD

Revit

Navisworks

BIM tools

Smartsheets

Job description

Job Description

Day-to-Day:Lead end-to-end project execution, including budgeting, scheduling, labor forecasting, and overall delivery performanceSupport and contribute to estimating and proposal development across plumbing, piping, and sheet metal scopesBuild and maintain strong client relationships with owners, contractors, and key stakeholdersIdentify and pursue new business opportunities while contributing to proposal presentationsCollaborate with field teams to ensure effective labor management, safety compliance, and project coordinationPerform and support safety audits and proactively plan for safe job site executionProvide mentorship and leadership to Project Managers and Assistant Project ManagersEnsure projects meet or exceed targeted financial margins and operational goalsApply technical expertise in mechanical systems and building standards to support project success

Skills and Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field OR equivalent construction industry experience2+ years of experience supporting HVAC installations for a mechanical subcontractor.7-8+ years of Project Management experience within commercial and/or industrial construction environments.Experience managing projects through the full lifecycle, including budgeting, scheduling, forecasting, change orders, RFIs, submittals, and project closeoutExperience leading large-scale commercial or industrial construction projects ($10M+ preferred)Strong understanding of HVAC systems, mechanical construction processes, and coordination with field operationsProven ability to build and maintain client relationships in a customer-facing environmentExperience with estimating, labor planning, manpower forecasting, and project financial managementDemonstrated leadership experience mentoring Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, or project teamsStrong problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt and make decisions in fast-paced construction environmentsExperience with CAD, Revit, Navisworks, or BIM toolsFamiliarity with Smartsheets or similar project tracking toolsLEED accreditation or sustainability experienceBackground supporting or leading proposal development and business development efforts

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].