HVAC Project Manager - Minneapolis

About the Role

Our client is one of the leading mechanical contractors in the Minneapolis market, delivering HVAC, plumbing, piping, and building systems solutions across a diverse portfolio of commercial and industrial projects. They have built a reputation for long-term customer relationships, collaborative project delivery, and high-quality workmanship across the Twin Cities. The business works on a wide range of projects from healthcare and education to commercial office, manufacturing, hospitality, and large-scale facilities. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced HVAC Project Manager to join their team and lead commercial mechanical construction projects from pre-construction through closeout.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of commercial HVAC construction projects from award through completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and manpower plans.
• Coordinate with owners, general contractors, subcontractors, design teams, and internal operations staff.
• Oversee procurement of equipment and materials to ensure project milestones are achieved.
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular updates on project performance.
• Manage project financials including cost tracking, forecasting, billing, and job profitability.
• Ensure all work is executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with contract requirements.
• Support field leadership teams and provide solutions to project challenges as they arise.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to support repeat business opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HVAC or mechanical construction project management experience.
• Experience managing commercial mechanical projects valued from $1M+.
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, piping systems, mechanical construction methods, and project delivery.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience with project budgeting, scheduling, forecasting, and change management.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with construction management software and Microsoft Office.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field preferred, but not required.