Project Manager - HVAC

Modigent • Tucson, AZ

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Project Manager, you'll lead and manage commercial HVAC, plumbing, and controls projects from preconstruction through closeout, coordinating field teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients to deliver on-time, on-budget results with exceptional safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. Working closely with operations leadership, you'll proactively identify risks/opportunities, track budgets, foster open communication, and drive profitability while building long-term relationships. Our people-first culture empowers your leadership with professional development, mentorship, cross-functional collaboration, and the opportunity to mentor teams in delivering sustainable, efficient mechanical systems nationwide at any of our operating companies.

Requirements

• Experience: 5–10+ years of progressive project management experience in commercial HVAC/mechanical construction or related building services; proven track record managing teams and projects valued from $500K to multi-million dollars.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience with strong technical HVAC knowledge considered.
• Certifications: PMP, LEED, OSHA 30-hour, or relevant trade certifications a plus; valid driver's license and clean driving record required.
• Physical Demands: Primarily office-based with frequent job-site visits; ability to walk active construction sites, climb ladders/stairs, lift light materials (plans, laptop), and travel regionally/nationally as needed; standard office mobility for computer work and meetings.
• Work Environment/Safety: Professional office with hybrid options and active construction sites; exposure to varying weather, noise, dust, heights; must adhere to OSHA regulations, conduct hazard identification, and wear required PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toed boots) on sites—safety is our top priority and non-negotiable. This is a safety-sensitive position.
• Advanced project management (scheduling, budgeting, risk management, change order negotiation, cost control).
• Strong leadership, team mentoring, performance management, and conflict resolution.
• Proficiency with project tools (Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam, Excel) and financial tracking.
• Excellent written/verbal communication, client/stakeholder management, and relationship building.
• Safety and quality leadership; ability to read/interpret contracts, blueprints, specs, and scopes.
• Multitasking under pressure, initiative, professionalism, and commitment to ethics/compliance.

Nice To Haves

• PMP, LEED, OSHA 30-hour, or relevant trade certifications a plus

Responsibilities

• Manage full project lifecycle: planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, risk management, change orders, and closeout for HVAC/mechanical projects.
• Review bid documents, drawings, and scopes early to identify potential issues, opportunities, risks, omissions, and value engineering possibilities; develop workable solutions to prevent problems.
• Collaborate with preconstruction, estimating, and operations teams to create realistic schedules, budgets, and project plans that meet milestones and financial targets.
• Track project budgets, costs, labor productivity, variances, and forecasts; identify shortcomings/pitfalls or profit-enhancing opportunities and implement corrective actions.
• Promote open communication among project teams, clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal departments to resolve conflicts and ensure alignment.
• Organize and lead coordination meetings, site walks, and progress reviews; maintain detailed documentation of scope changes, execution decisions, costs, and client communications.
• Ensure strict adherence to contract documents, specifications, company policies, safety requirements, quality expectations, and ethical standards.
• Champion quality assurance: conduct job-site reviews, ensure installations meet/exceed industry standards, prevent call-backs/warranty issues, and partner with quality teams on processes/inspections.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients, architects, engineers, general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to support repeat business and future opportunities.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and develop project team members; track performance, delegate appropriately, nominate for promotions/incentives, and participate in hiring as needed.
• Enforce safety compliance across teams: assure PPE usage, coordinate with safety officers for inspections/visits, and uphold company/project safety protocols at all times.
• Provide leadership vision for project planning, coordination, sequencing, labor utilization, and continuous improvement; communicate updates and issues to executive leadership.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience and level, with opportunities for performance incentives and tool allowances where applicable.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus HSA options with employer contributions in select plans, and company-paid basic life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Paid time off, holiday pay, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan to support your long-term financial well-being.
• Professional development through hands-on training, mentorship, apprenticeships, certifications, and clear career advancement paths across our nationwide operating companies.
• Inclusive, supportive culture that values diversity, dignity, respect, collaboration, integrity, and personal fulfillment—empowering you to build a rewarding, long-term career.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager