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Commercial HVAC Project Manager – Lead Fast-Track Manhattan Developments
Job Overview
- Company: Northern Wolves Inc.
- Salary/Pay Rate: $120,000 - $150,000 per year End-of-Year Performance Bonus
- Location: Brooklyn, NY (HQ) with daily site work in Manhattan
- Job/Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
- Project Scope: High-rise office fit-outs, retail spaces, medical facilities, and new construction
- Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety, NYC Site Safety Training (SST) 62-Hour Card
The Opportunity
You will step directly into a leadership role managing high-visibility, fast-track commercial HVAC projects across Manhattan. This position puts you on a direct advancement track to Senior PM or Director of Operations based on performance. You will own your projects from award through closeout while driving execution for top-tier General Contractors.
How You Will Make an Impact
- Manage multiple Manhattan commercial HVAC projects simultaneously from initial award to final closeout.
- Oversee project budgets, forecasts, and margins while delivering weekly financial reports to company leadership.
- Drive daily site coordination with field foremen, sub-contractors, and top-tier NYC General Contractors.
- Expedite submittals, RFIs, and engineering design revisions to prevent critical schedule delays.
- Negotiate and capture all legitimate scope adjustments to maintain targeted project profitability.
- Prepare monthly AIA pay applications and enforce field compliance with NYC safety regulations.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 7-10 years of experience managing commercial HVAC projects specifically within Manhattan.
- Demonstrated history managing office fit-outs, retail spaces, medical facilities, or new construction.
- Proven track record working with major NYC General Contractors on fast-paced projects.
- Deep knowledge of mechanical systems including WSHP, VRF, RTU, DOAS, VAV, and control integration.
- Comprehensive command of project buyout, RFIs, change orders, AIA billing, and closeouts.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management.
- Prior experience estimating commercial HVAC projects.
- Established professional relationships with Manhattan GCs, engineering firms, and equipment reps.
- Active EPA 608 Universal Certification.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish or Russian.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary ranging from $120,000 to $150,000 per year.
- End-of-Year Performance Bonus tied to project outcomes and company success.
- Clear career growth path into Senior PM or Director of Operations roles.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- 2 weeks (10 days) of paid vacation after 1 year of continuous service.
- 5 paid sick days per year in accordance with NY Paid Sick Leave laws.
- New York Paid Family Leave and Workers' compensation coverage.
- Paid company-observed holidays.
- Dedicated company phone and laptop provided.
About Us
Northern Wolves Inc. is one of the fastest-growing commercial HVAC contractors in New York City. We specialize in high-visibility office fit-outs, flagship retail spaces, medical facilities, and new construction projects. Our reputation across Manhattan is built on relentless execution, clear communication, and non-negotiable schedule compliance.
Northern Wolves Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Salary : $120,000 - $150,000