HVAC Lead Installer / Foreman

Summary

A growing residential mechanical contractor is seeking a licensed HVAC Lead Installer / Foreman to help establish and lead its HVAC installation team. The company is a dedicated mechanical contractor supporting a residential developer, with approximately 100 new homes built annually.

As this is a newly established team, this working leadership role will help recruit, onboard, train, and develop the crew's day-to-day processes and performance standards while remaining actively involved in field operations.

The position is responsible for employee supervision, crew scheduling, timekeeping and payroll approval, field production, equipment coordination, inspections, system startup, quality control, and callback management.

Responsibilities

• Create crew schedules and assign employees to communities and job sites.
• Review and approve timecards and payroll, while managing attendance and PTO.
• Review HVAC plans, equipment requirements, and construction schedules.
• Install and commission cold-climate heat pumps (ducted and ductless), ERV/HRV systems, and associated ductwork.
• Oversee compliance with Manual J/S/D design reports and identify field conflicts before they become installation or performance issues.
• Perform and document refrigerant charge verification, airflow measurements, and static pressure checks.
• Coordinate with the HERS rater.
• Coordinate rough-in and trim sequencing with framing, plumbing, and electrical teams.
• Coordinate inspections and ensure compliance with applicable codes, licensing requirements, and manufacturer specifications.
• Establish and document system startup, testing, and quality-control procedures.
• Train employees, oversee callbacks and warranty work, and monitor labor hours and productivity by home.
• Forecast equipment and material requirements and coordinate with warehouse and purchasing support.

Requirements

• Current Connecticut HVAC license (appropriate D1 or S1 classification).
• EPA Section 608 certification.
• At least 3 years of hands-on residential new-construction HVAC installation experience.
• Hands-on experience with variable-speed heat pumps and duct leakage testing.

Preferred Qualifications

• NATE, ACCA Quality Installation (QI), or RESNET/BPI training.
• Experience with Zero Energy Ready Homes (ZERH) or ENERGY STAR Homes.
• Previous crew leadership, supervision, or team management experience.

Reporting Structure

• Reports to: VP / Director of Construction.
• Supervises: HVAC Installers / Technicians and one HVAC Apprentice / Helper.