HVAC Project Manager

At Expert Heating & Cooling, a Pinnacle MEP company, our HVAC Project Managers do more than manage projects—they lead the successful execution of complex HVAC installations from concept through completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality.

This role combines project management, financial oversight, technical expertise, customer communication, and field leadership. You'll work closely with owners, general contractors, architects, engineers, field teams, vendors, and internal leadership to coordinate every aspect of project execution, from estimating and procurement through closeout.

If you're someone who enjoys solving complex problems, coordinating people and resources, building strong customer relationships, and seeing a project come together from start to finish, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding career with one of the fastest-growing MEP platforms in the Midwest.

At Expert Heating & Cooling, we believe our people are our greatest competitive advantage. As a growing family of premier mechanical, electrical, and plumbing companies, we're committed to investing in talented professionals who share our passion for excellence, innovation, and customer service.

When you join Expert Heating & Cooling, a Pinnacle company, you'll find:

• A collaborative, team-first culture where your ideas and expertise are valued.
• The opportunity to build lasting customer relationships and make a measurable business impact.
• The opportunity to lead complex projects with meaningful responsibility and autonomy.
• Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a rapidly growing organization.

• Manage HVAC projects from conceptual development through final completion and closeout.
• Develop and maintain project estimates, budgets, schedules, and execution plans.
• Monitor project progress, costs, quality, and schedule performance to ensure successful delivery.
• Attend job site meetings and coordinate closely with field supervision to address project needs and challenges.
• Identify potential project risks and develop solutions before they impact cost, schedule, or quality.

• Plan and coordinate manpower, equipment, tools, materials, and other resources required for successful project execution.
• Work closely with field supervisors and crews to ensure work is properly planned and executed.
• Purchase major HVAC equipment and coordinate material procurement with vendors and suppliers.
• Coordinate inspections, permitting, testing, and other project requirements.
• Ensure project teams have the information and resources necessary to execute the work safely and efficiently.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with owners, general contractors, architects, engineers, vendors, and other project stakeholders.
• Participate in the conceptual development of projects and provide technical and operational input.
• Review plans, specifications, and construction bulletins to identify project requirements and potential issues.
• Work collaboratively with project partners to resolve design, scheduling, scope, and construction challenges.
• Communicate project status, changes, risks, and financial performance to appropriate stakeholders.
• Monitor project financial performance against established budgets and estimates.
• Manage contract administration, including change orders, billing, expenses, rental equipment, collections, and related documentation.
• Identify opportunities to control costs and protect project profitability.
• Communicate financial information and project changes effectively with accounting and internal leadership.
• Support contract negotiations and ensure project requirements are understood and properly documented.

• Lead the project closeout process and ensure all required documentation is completed.
• Coordinate resolution of punch list items and outstanding project issues.
• Ensure as-built drawings, IOM manuals, test and balance reports, warranty documentation, and other closeout materials are properly completed and distributed.
• Ensure projects meet customer expectations and company quality standards.
• Support warranty resolution and post-project customer needs.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience directly managing HVAC projects,…