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HVAC Senior Project ManagerGPAC • Chicago, IL, US
HVAC Senior Project Manager

HVAC Senior Project Manager

GPAC • Chicago, IL, US
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Senior Project Manager | HVAC - Commercial Construction Projects

The Senior Project Manager oversees all aspects of assigned industrial and commercial projects, ensuring successful completion within established cost, schedule, quality, and safety objectives. This role plays a key part in developing and maintaining strong client relationships to expand customer base and future project opportunities.

Position Responsibilities

  • Develop strategies and processes to meet project goals for profitability, quality, and scheduling.
  • Build and maintain long-term partnerships with owners, architects, general contractors, and engineers to foster client loyalty.
  • Promote all affiliated business units and services to existing and potential clients.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
  • Lead project kickoff and closeout meetings to ensure alignment and successful delivery.
  • Review estimates, prepare budgets, and manage change orders through negotiation and documentation.
  • Perform or coordinate estimates for plan / spec, design-build, and design-assist projects.
  • Manage submittals, buyouts, contract changes, subcontracts, and purchase orders.
  • Ensure contract administration requirements are completed promptly and accurately.
  • Track, forecast, and report on labor hours, material costs, and equipment deliveries.
  • Maintain a comprehensive understanding of project contracts, scopes of work, and specifications.
  • Provide leadership and supervision to project managers, assistant project managers, superintendents, and foremen.
  • Review and complete Work in Progress (WIP) projections with project teams.
  • Communicate regularly with senior leadership on project performance, challenges, and client relationships.
  • Ensure all safety and quality control standards are upheld throughout project execution.
  • Collaborate with field supervision to plan and schedule project activities, including contract-integrated project schedules.
  • Partner with the design team on design-build initiatives.
  • Review all contract and detail drawings, fabrication packages, and specifications for accuracy.
  • Oversee vendor and subcontractor invoicing and approve payments as appropriate.
  • Manage monthly billing processes and verify the accuracy of WIP reports.
  • Lead project closeout activities, including final billing and submission of training documentation.
  • Enforce company safety standards and compliance requirements on all job sites.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

  • Self-motivated with a strong sense of accountability.
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints.
  • Committed to continuous learning and professional growth.
  • Thorough understanding of labor practices and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
  • Proven ability to manage large, complex projects profitably.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and adaptable to new technologies.
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Capable of working independently and collaboratively.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and efficient in managing multiple priorities.
  • Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or General Engineering preferred; completion of a qualified mechanical apprenticeship program also accepted.
  • 7-10 years of experience in the mechanical contracting industry preferred.
  • This is a confidential position and not publicly advertised. Our client is ready to hire immediately for the right candidate.

    Apply here or email confidential resume to Alissa.Sendelbach@gogpac.com

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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