HVAC Project Manager

Position Overview

In this role the HVAC Project Manager oversees the full lifecycle of HVAC projects from initial proposal to final delivery ensuring on-time on-budget and high-quality outcomes. This role drives client satisfaction manages trusting relationships develops project estimates coordinates internal and subcontractor teams and ensures adherence to Yales safety and performance responsibilities include:

Sales & Business Development

• Drive business growth through proactive outreach networking and relationship-building with commercial and industrial clients.
• Prepare and deliver proposals estimates and presentations for HVAC projects including system design and equipment selection.
• Negotiate contracts pricing and service agreements to secure project commitments.
• Identify customer needs to propose customized HVAC solutions that align with budgets and timelines.

Project Management

• Lead projects from sale through completion ensuring scope schedule and budget alignment.
• Develop detailed project plans and track progress through milestones.
• Coordinate with engineers installers subcontractors and other stakeholders to ensure seamless execution.
• Manage documentation contracts change orders budgets and project reports.
• Ensure compliance with local state and federal regulations safety standards and building codes.

Customer Relationship Management

• Maintain long-term client relationships to drive repeat business and referrals.
• Provide post-installation support and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Identify opportunities for value-added services or system upgrades.

Team Collaboration & Leadership

• Partner with engineers service technicians millwrights and admin staff to ensure alignment and quality.
• Mentor junior staff and share technical and sales best practices.
• Stay current on HVAC technologies and trends through ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in HVAC sales project management or related mechanical contracting field.
• Bachelors degree in engineering HVAC design or related field (or relevant experience) is preferred.
• Certifications are a plus e.g. P.E. E.I.T. HVAC certifications.
• Proven success managing HVAC projects from start to finish.
• Knowledge of HVAC design installation and mechanical systems including airside chilled water steam and heating systems.
• Familiarity with project management tools and CRM platforms.
• Strong organizational time management and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Professional respectful presence on the phone via electronic communications and physically in the office.
• Must pass a criminal history background check.

Physical & Mental Demands

This role requires regular mobility. While performing the duties of the job you may need the:

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time working at a computer or handling dispatch communications.
• Ability to talk hear and communicate clearly.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to type handle paperwork operate office equipment and use a telephone.
• Capacity for critical thinking and decision-making under time-sensitive conditions.
• Ability to maintain composure and professionalism when handling urgent service requests or challenging situations.
• Occasionally stand stoop walk kneel crouch or crawl.
• Reach and use hands to handle carry and utilize tools or materials.
• Use close vision and adjust focus as needed.

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Salary & Benefits

This is a salaried exempt role paying at an annual gross range between $100K - $115K depending on experience plus a commission & bonus program. Also we offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision ancillary programs such as life and disability an employer-matched 401K ongoing training and safety programs.

Why Join Yale

Since 1939 Yale Mechanical has built a reputation for delivering exceptional mechanical contracting services across the Twin Cities handing HVAC plumbing industrial millwright docks & doors and more. Joining Yale youll be part of a supportive hands-on crew that values you. We foster a work environment built on collaboration respect and trust where technicians and support staff lean on one another to get the job done. We believe in investing in our people giving you opportunities to grow stay sharp and build a long career with us not just a job.

Yale Mechanical is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disabiity and protected veterans. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We celebrate our differences and are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and respectful for all our employees. For assistance or accommodation during the application process please contact