Senior Project Manager - HVAC at Modigent

Spartanburg, South Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jun, 26

Salary

120000.0

Posted On

18 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Team Leadership, Budget Adherence, Risk Management, Change Order Negotiation, Cost Control, Scheduling, Client Relationship Management, Stakeholder Management, Safety Compliance, Quality Assurance, Contract Interpretation, Blueprint Reading, Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam

Industry

Facilities Services

Description

Senior Project Manager - HVAC Position Overview As a Senior Project Manager - HVAC, you'll provide senior-level leadership for complex commercial HVAC, plumbing, and controls projects, overseeing multiple project managers, superintendents, and field teams to deliver exceptional quality, safety, profitability, and client satisfaction. Partner closely with operations leadership to align on company goals, proactively identify risks/opportunities, drive budget adherence, and foster long-term relationships with clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders. Our people-first culture empowers your strategic oversight with advanced professional development, cross-functional collaboration, and the opportunity to mentor teams while shaping sustainable, high-performance mechanical systems that serve commercial facilities nationwide across any of our operating companies. Duties and Responsibilities * Lead and manage a team of project managers, superintendents, and field personnel to execute projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality/safety standards. * Review bid documents, drawings, and scopes early to identify potential risks, opportunities, omissions, and value engineering possibilities; develop workable solutions to prevent issues. * 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, change orders, and forecasts; identify variances, 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 future opportunities and repeat business. * Recruit, train, mentor, and develop high-caliber 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. Supervisory Responsibilities Yes – Direct supervision and leadership of project managers, superintendents, foremen, and support staff across assigned projects/portfolio; responsible for performance evaluations, training/mentoring, promotions/incentives, conflict resolution, and team development to ensure high performance, safety adherence, and project success. Requirements/Qualifications * Experience: 8–12+ years of progressive project management experience in commercial HVAC/mechanical construction or related building services, including 4+ years in senior/lead PM roles managing teams and multi-million-dollar projects. * 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. Required Skills * 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. Modigent Overview Modigent is a national leader delivering next-generation infrastructure, technology, and energy solutions through our family of specialized brands in HVAC, plumbing, and controls systems. With a strong coast-to-coast presence and extensive service capabilities, we empower customers, communities, and our over 1,500 team members to thrive with sustainable, efficient commercial building services. As part of our team, you'll contribute to thoughtful innovation and our people-first culture rooted in service, collaboration, and integrity. Why Work at Modigent * 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. Equal Opportunity Statement Modigent is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Third-Party Recruitment Policy Modigent and its wholly-owned operating companies will not pay any fees for candidate introductions, resumes, or placements from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms without a prior, signed recruitment agreement specifically authorizing submission for a designated position. Unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions will not obligate Modigent to any payment, and we reserve the right to pursue and hire such candidates without liability. Agencies are requested to refrain from contacting hiring managers directly; all inquiries and submissions must go through our Talent Acquisition team.

Responsibilities

The Senior Project Manager will lead and manage teams, including project managers and superintendents, to execute complex commercial HVAC, plumbing, and controls projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards. This role involves proactive risk identification, budget tracking, change order management, and fostering long-term relationships with clients and subcontractors.