Assistant Project Manager - HVAC

Assistant Project Manager - HVAC

The Assistant Project Manager - HVAC supports the successful execution of HVAC and integrated mechanical projects. This role assists in coordinating project activities, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards while focusing on HVAC system design, installation, and performance within commercial and critical environments. The position contributes to delivering high-performance, sustainable mechanical outcomes for clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in planning, coordinating, and overseeing HVAC-related projects, including heating, ventilation, air conditioning systems, ductwork, piping, and integration with building infrastructure.
• Support development and maintenance of project schedules, milestones, and resource allocation using industry-standard tools.
• Track project costs, prepare cost projections, monitor budgets, and assist in identifying and managing variances, change orders, or value engineering opportunities.
• Coordinate with internal teams (e.g., field technicians, engineers, installers, subcontractors), vendors, and clients to ensure timely procurement, submittals, approvals, fabrication, and installation of HVAC equipment and components.
• Monitor project progress through regular site visits, report on status, risks, issues, safety compliance, and performance metrics to the Project Manager and stakeholders.
• Assist in quality control/assurance processes, ensuring compliance with project specifications, company standards, codes (e.g., ASHRAE, IMC), regulatory requirements, and safety protocols.
• Help manage documentation, including contracts, RFIs, change requests, submittals, as-built drawings, and project close-out packages.
• Support risk identification and mitigation efforts related to HVAC scope, equipment performance, technical integration, and project delivery.
• Contribute to client communication, attend progress meetings, and provide updates on HVAC system status, commissioning, and performance.
• Participate in project handover, system startup/commissioning support, testing/balancing coordination, and post-project reviews to drive continuous improvement and lessons learned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2 years of experience in project coordination, assistant project management, or field/operations roles within HVAC, mechanical contracting, construction, or related industries.
• Familiarity with commercial HVAC systems (e.g., chillers, boilers, air handlers, VAV systems, rooftop units, piping/ductwork) and integration with building envelopes or other trades preferred.
• Understanding of project management principles, including scheduling, cost control, procurement, and risk management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Project, Word); experience with project management software (e.g., Procore, Autodesk BIM 360, Bluebeam, or similar) is a plus.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, and clients.
• Ability to travel to project sites as required and work in a fast-paced, field-oriented environment.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Knowledge of sustainable HVAC practices, energy efficiency standards (e.g., LEED, energy modeling), and critical environment technologies (e.g., healthcare, data centers).
• Experience in commercial construction or service environments (e.g., healthcare, education, municipal, industrial).
• OSHA 10/30 certification or relevant safety training in construction/mechanical fields.
• Commitment to Modigent's values of integrity, collaboration, innovation, and employee growth.

Modigent offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development within a growing national platform dedicated to advancing mechanical and sustainable solutions. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce.

If this aligns with your career goals, we encourage you to apply and join the Modigent family in building sustainable futures coast-to-coast.