Senior HVAC Project Manager

Location: Austin, TX

Company: Kilgore Industries

Full-Time | Commercial HVAC Construction

Lead Complex Projects. Build Strong Teams. Deliver Results.

Kilgore Industries is seeking a highly motivated Senior HVAC Project Manager to lead the successful execution of large-scale commercial mechanical construction projects throughout Central Texas. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of project delivery-from preconstruction through closeout-while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, schedule performance, and profitability.

The ideal candidate is an experienced construction professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, builds strong client relationships, develops team members, and consistently delivers exceptional results.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of commercial HVAC and mechanical construction projects valued at $10M+.
• Lead project planning, budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, procurement, and execution activities.
• Drive financial performance through accurate cost management, forecasting, billing, and change order execution.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, general contractors, architects, engineers, and trade partners.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and Project Engineers.
• Partner with field leadership to ensure safe, productive, and efficient project execution.
• Conduct routine project reviews to monitor performance, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Manage subcontractor and vendor relationships to ensure project success.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, company procedures, and quality control standards.
• Lead communication efforts with stakeholders while proactively resolving project challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of commercial HVAC/mechanical construction experience.
• Minimum 3 years managing large-scale commercial projects.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, scheduling, procurement, estimating, and project accounting.
• Proven experience managing healthcare, mission-critical, industrial, higher education, and large commercial projects.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Build, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and client management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously.

Why Join Kilgore Industries?

Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities
401(k) with company match
Career advancement opportunities with a growing Texas contractor
Collaborative culture focused on safety, accountability, and operational excellence
Opportunity to lead some of the most exciting commercial construction projects in Texas

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