Senior HVAC Project Manager

WR HVAC | MEP · Chicago, Illinois

FULL TIME

Job Description

Senior HVAC Project Manager

Chicago

$150,000–$180,000 Basic Salary +

Benefits

Full-Time | Permanent

We're recruiting an experienced

Senior HVAC Project Manager

for an established mechanical contractor delivering large-scale HVAC and mechanical construction projects across the Greater Chicago area.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior project management professional with experience delivering

HVAC projects valued at $5 million+

, taking responsibility for project delivery, commercial performance and site teams from initial planning through to completion.

The Role

Manage large-scale

HVAC and mechanical construction projects valued at $5 million+

Take full responsibility for project delivery from inception through completion

Oversee project budgets, schedules, resources and commercial performance

Lead and coordinate project managers, engineers, field supervisors and subcontractors

Manage multiple projects at different stages of construction

Coordinate mechanical installation activities and field operations

Liaise with clients, general contractors, consultants and suppliers

Monitor project costs, contractual obligations and programme milestones

Identify and resolve technical, operational and commercial challenges

Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget

Maintain strong customer relationships and provide regular project updates

Support the development and performance of project delivery teams

The Candidate

Extensive experience as a

Senior HVAC Project Manager or Mechanical Project Manager

Proven track record delivering

large HVAC projects valued at $5 million+

Strong background in commercial or industrial mechanical contracting

Experience managing mechanical installation teams and subcontractors

Excellent understanding of project budgets, scheduling and construction delivery

Strong leadership, negotiation and communication skills

Comfortable managing multiple projects and competing priorities

Experience working directly with clients and general contractors

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline, or equivalent experience

Willingness to travel to project sites throughout the Greater Chicago area

Package

$150,000–$180,000 basic salary

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with discretionary company match

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Established mechanical contracting business

Long-term career progression

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced

Senior HVAC Project Manager

looking to take ownership of significant mechanical construction projects with an established US contractor.

You'll manage complex projects exceeding

$5 million

, leading experienced teams and working closely with major commercial and industrial clients.

The position offers genuine responsibility for project performance, team leadership and customer relationships, alongside opportunities to progress into senior operational management.

Senior Project Manager → Project Executive / Operations Manager → Director of Operations

Company	WR HVAC \| MEP
Location	Chicago, Illinois
Type	FULL TIME
Niche	Business services and administration managers not elsewhere classified