HVAC Construction Project Manager / Estimator / Design Build
Action Air Systems
Job Description
Job Description
Description
We’re hiring an experienced HVAC Project Manager / Estimator to join the Action Air Systems team in Manchester, Connecticut!
This key position combines hands-on project leadership with estimating expertise. The successful candidate will help manage commercial HVAC construction projects from initial bid through completion, coordinating budgets, schedules, field operations, vendors, subcontractors, and project teams.
We’re seeking a knowledgeable HVAC construction professional with experience in:- Project management and field coordination
- Estimating, takeoffs, and cost analysis
- Reading blueprints and specifications
- Managing project budgets and schedules
- Working with general contractors, vendors, and subcontractors
- Design-Build experience is a strong plus.
Ready to bring your experience to a respected and growing HVAC construction company? Visit to learn more and apply today!
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Responsibilities- Regularly arrive at work prior to scheduled start time of the construction department.
- Always adhere to company policies and procedures.
- Must be available to direct reports and all other team members in the field and in the office; daily communication of schedule must be clearly documented.
- Work directly with the President, Estimator and Construction Managers on all projects.
- Review project proposal planning timelines, funding limits and limitations, procedures for accomplishing a project, staffing requirements, and various resources pertaining to the phases of a project.
- Plans accordingly for staffing requirements and plan, if necessary, to recruit and retain individuals.
- Coordinates with project staff to outline a work plan, assign duties, and responsibilities.
- Directs and coordinates activities of the project team to ensure project progress and timely schedule within proposed budget.
- Reviews status reports.
- Prepares project reports for management, clients, and other individuals related to the project.
- Regularly meet with the project team, including but not limited to other Action Air employees, and General Contracting team members to provide advice, and address issues as they arise.
- Coordinates project activities for government regulatory purposes and other government agencies.
- Responsible for the overall direction and coordination of Sheet Metal, Plumbing, and Piping Departments while on job sites.
- Use of Math to determine material requirements, and to figure out manpower needs at all times during the construction and or installation process.
- Analyze blueprints, engineered drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare detailed estimates
- Perform quantity takeoffs and develop itemized labor, material, and equipment costs
- Review data to determine material and labor requirements and prepare itemized lists
- Compute cost factors for planning, scheduling, bid preparation, and cost effectiveness
- Develop flexible labor estimates based on workforce and productivity standards
- Incorporate market-based wage rates and productivity assumptions
- Evaluate subcontractor versus in-house labor strategies
- Maintain organized documentation and historical cost data
- Analyze completed projects to improve future estimating accuracy
- Bidding & Project Collaboration
- Vendor & Subcontractor Management
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred; or equivalent experience. High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Experience with HVAC systems, ductwork, piping, and mechanical construction preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to read and interpret documents specific to safety, operations, maintenance and procedure manuals.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Supervisory and leadership skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Adherence to all company safety policies and procedures, and OSHA regulations.
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
- Minimum of two years related experience required.
- Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry, applying discounts, interest, commissions, and proportions, percentages, area circumference and volume.
- Basic understanding of terminology related to the heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration trades.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive health insurance (including dental and vision)
- Health Saving Account with company contribution
- Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) plan with company matching
- Generous paid time off
- Paid Holidays
- Professional development assistance
- Employee discount
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Action Air Systems, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type; without regard to race, color, religion/religious creed, age (any age), sex, marital status, ancestry, national origin, present or past history of mental disability, intellectual disability, learning disability, physical disability, including but not to, blindness, genetics, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, victims of domestic abuse/violence, sexual assault victim, trafficking in persons victim, or any other characteristic protected by federal or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Note : an individual with a disability will be qualified for this position in which he or she can perform the essential function of the position without reasonable accommodation. All responsibilities may be subject to reasonable accommodation.
No contacts from recruiters, please. Action Air Systems is a Partner of NexCore. We will contact as necessary.
We are An Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer
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