Hvac Project Manager
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Overview
Compensation
$84,000-$135,000/year
Job Description
Title: Mechanical Project Manager (HVAC)
Location: Downers Grove, IL (5 days a week in office)
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Shift/Hours: 1st, 8am – 5pm (Mon-Fri)
Base Salary: $84,000 - $135,000 (based on experience)
Benefits: Industry-leading Performance Bonus, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Traditional and Roth 401(k), Tuition Reimbursement, Scholarship Program for Children, 1-month Paid Sabbatical with Travel Stipend, 1-week Paid Volunteer Leave, and Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage.
About the Opportunity:Sterling Engineering's client is a team of engineers and project managers who are experts at tackling complex projects and installations through a comprehensive design/build approach. Consistently recognized as a "Best Place to Work," this organization leverages streamlined communication and advanced technologies to find optimized, custom solutions for their clients. They are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion, treating people fairly and doing the right thing for both their associates and their customers.
Job Duties:
- Manage all managerial and administrative aspects of turn-key mechanical and process piping projects, including estimating, scheduling, and quality control.
- Gather project requirements directly from clients and facilitate the preparation of comprehensive working drawings.
- Prepare and submit detailed project proposals independently and alongside senior management.
- Lead client meetings to present proposals and address technical questions regarding cost, design, and scope.
- Ensure accurate project estimates that align perfectly with contracted scopes of work.
- Manage the full lifecycle of RFIs, change orders, and submittals for all assigned projects.
- Track internal project accounting requirements and monitor the cost status of ongoing mechanical projects.
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee field operations to ensure effective team performance and safety.
- Address and resolve project close-out requirements and any warranty issues as they arise.
- Maintain high standards of progress reporting and billing to ensure transparency for stakeholders.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- 2-7+ years of experience in HVAC project management; 3-5 years of estimating experience preferred.
- Previous experience leading design/build projects is strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated competency in effective negotiation and conflict resolution.
- Ability to analyze complex data, think critically, and solve technical problems in the field.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to engage with internal staff and external stakeholders.
- Flexibility to travel to client sites nationwide as required for project oversight.
- Commitment to a safety-first culture and high-quality construction standards.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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This job at Sterling Engineering, Inc. is located in Downers Grove, IL, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Sterling Engineering, Inc.?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $84,000 and $135,000 per year.
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