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Project Manager, HVAC

ARCO

Downers Grove, ILJob$84–135K/yrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$84–135K/yr
Location
Downers Grove, IL
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

ARCO is hiring a Project Manager, HVAC. AM Mechanical's team of engineers and project managers are experts at tackling complex projects and installations through a comprehensive design/build approach. By leveraging streamlined communication between clients, the design team, project managers, and field staff, they specialize in finding optimized, custom solutions for clients, drawing upon deep industry experience and advanced technologies.

Key focus areas include Manage managerial and administrative aspects of turn‑key mechanical and process piping projects, including estimating and scheduling., Oversee quality control, progress reporting, billing, design review, cost reporting, safety, and proposal preparation., and Gather project requirements from clients and facilitate preparation of working drawings..

Successful candidates bring 3-5 Years Estimating/Project Management Experience, HVAC Focus, and Bachelor's In Mechanical Engineering Or Related Engineering Discipline. Important skills include Estimating, Scheduling, Quality Control, Progress Reports, Progress Billing, and Design Review.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

EstimatingSchedulingQuality ControlProgress ReportsProgress BillingDesign ReviewCost ReportingSafetyProposal PreparationGather Project RequirementsPrepare Working DrawingsPrepare Project ProposalsPresent Project ProposalsAccurate Project EstimatesManage RFIsManage Change-OrdersManage SubmittalsManage Internal Project AccountingTrack Cost StatusPlan Field OperationsCoordinate Field OperationsOversee Field OperationsMaintain Effective Field OperationsManage Project Close-OutManage Warranty IssuesEffective NegotiationConflict ResolutionCoordinationHVAC Project ManagementDesign/Build Projects

Qualifications

3-5 Years Estimating/Project Management ExperienceBachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering2-7+ Years of Experience in HVAC Project ManagementTravel to Client Sites Nationwide as Needed

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Overview

AM Mechanical's team of engineers and project managers are experts at tackling complex projects and installations through a comprehensive design/build approach. By leveraging streamlined communication between clients and our design team, project managers, and field staff, we specialize in finding optimized, custom solutions for our clients by drawing upon our deep industry experience and using the most advanced technologies available.

We are currently seeking highly motivated Project Manager with 3-5 years of estimating/project management experience with a focus in HVAC to join our team in Downers Grove, IL. If you are looking for an opportunity to work with a team dedicated to making the construction process enjoyable and beneficial for our associates and for our customers…then look no further! Apply today!

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

We are dedicated to the well-being of our associates and are proud to be consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work. Our compensation and benefits package not only supports our associates and their families but benefits local communities and communities around the world.

  • Industry-leading performance-based bonus program

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

  • Traditional and Roth 401k

  • Tuition reimbursement for associates

  • Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child

  • 1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel

  • 1-week paid volunteer leave each year

  • 100% charitable match

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage

  • Paid parental leave

Typical base compensation for the Project Manager role is between $84,000.00 - $135,000.00. Candidates with extensive experience may exceed this range. In addition to the base salary, the role is eligible to receive discretionary bonus compensation based on individual and company.

At AM-Mechanical, our first core value is to treat people fairly and do the right thing. We are committed to building and sustaining a culture that supports diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

From recruiting, training, and hiring practices to selecting our subcontractors, we understand that diversity of all those involved in the construction process enhances our ability to deliver the best solutions to our customers. We hire the best and the brightest from across the country – constructing a team of experts in architecture, design, engineering, project management, and business services.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for all managerial and administrative aspects of a wide range of turn-key mechanical and/or process piping projects including; estimating, scheduling, quality control, progress reports, progress billing, design review and coordination, cost reporting, safety, and proposal preparation

  • Gather project requirements directly from clients and facilitate preparation of working drawings

  • Work both independently and alongside management to prepare/submit project proposals

  • Attend client meetings to present project proposals and address client questions relating to cost, design, and scope of work

  • Ensure an accurate and complete project estimates that align with the scope(s) of contracted work

  • Manage RFI’s, change-orders, and submittals throughout lifecycle of assigned project(s)

  • Manage internal project accounting requirements and track cost status of ongoing project(s)

  • Plan, coordinate, oversee, and maintain effective field operations and teams

  • Manage and address project close-out and/or warranty issues as they arise

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline

  • 2-7+ years of experience in HVAC project management; previous experience leading design/build projects strongly preferred

  • Demonstrated competency in effective negotiation and conflict resolution

  • Flexibility to travel to client sites nationwide as needed required

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

EOE, including disability/vets

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Posted Date 3 months ago (5/19/2026 2:08 PM)

Job ID 2026-11319

# of Openings 5

Job Location US-IL-Downers Grove

Category Project Management

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