HVAC Project Manager

Company: Air Force One, LLC
Location: Cleveland
Posted on: February 11, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description The HVAC Project Manager serves to facilitate the implementation of construction services. It is the Project Manager’s responsibility to analyze and approve each project estimate and determine the best possible plan of attack, and then implement that plan given Air Force One’s construction resources. It is also the Project Manager’s responsibility to provide good feedback to the sales associates regarding setbacks, changes, or problems that will affect the original scope of the project. QUALIFICATIONS: Four-year bachelor’s degree or industry equivalent experience. OSHA certification a plus. Valid driver’s license and clean driving record and background check. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: To learn and work within the established Air Force One policies and procedures for construction projects. Meet with Air Force One sales associates at the onset of a project, gain a comprehensive understanding of our scope of work and develop a plan to ensure that the project is completed on time and is within the budget constraints set forth in the job breakdown. Specifically, this to include but not necessarily limited to: The purchasing of equipment and materials necessary to complete the project. Our client’s timeframe for completing the project. The manpower necessary to complete the project. Make Air Force One sales associates aware at the earliest knowledge of any/all cost overruns or potential problems that will have an adverse effect on the timing/budget of a project. Attend and actively participate in the weekly production meetings. Work with AFO sales associates on job change orders and help estimate them as necessary. Work closely with the construction customer service representative. Specifically, this to include but not necessarily limited to the following: Your daily schedule of meetings, job-site visits, and shop time. The scheduling of construction manpower. The purchasing, shipping, receiving, and delivery of equipment and material to jobs. As necessary, work with the service manager(s) on the use of manpower typically reserved for service and maintenance. Likewise, support the service manager(s) when at all possible, for the use of construction manpower on “Quoted Repairs”. From time to time, as needs arise, the construction manager may be asked to get involved in construction projects being implemented by other AFO divisions or departments. Provide ample feedback, both written and verbal, to the sales and field associates. Confirm sales, subcontractor, and client commitments in writing. Then copy it to the job file. Other duties as assigned. REQUIRED POSITION KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Building and Construction — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or installation of commercial and industrial HVAC-R equipment. Administration and Management — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources. Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. Engineering and Technology — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services. Design — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions. Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications. Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. Personnel and Human Resources — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems. Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND ENVIRONMENT: The following physical activities described are representation of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is continuously required to use fine finger movements, read/comprehend, write, and reason and analyze. The associate is frequently required to walk, bend, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, handle objects, push/pull, reach above shoulder level, stand, carry, and lift loads over 50 pounds, perform calculations, and communicate orally. The associate is in frequent contact with chemicals/biological agents and water/other liquids. The noise level in the work environment is consistent with construction activities and may be extreme at times. MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Be able to remove and replace a 28’ ladder on top of a service van. Be able to place a 28’ ladder on the side of a building safely. Be able to carry 20 lbs. on back while climbing up a 28’ ladder. Be able to lift 50 lbs. above their heads. Be able to pull 30 lbs. up the side of a building 20’ with a rope. Be able to kneel and sit down on the floor for 30 minutes. Be able to bend down and reach your ankles. Be able to work in a confined space for a minimum of one hour. THE AFO ASSOCIATE: Without exception, every associate at Air Force One has Integrity, Humility, be Intelligent and Hungry. Integrity means being honest in every interaction and working tirelessly to keep our promises. Humility is the opposite of arrogance. It is the badge of self-confidence and empathy for others. Intelligence is both emotional and intellectual. Our associates are excellent communicators, critical thinkers, display mental curiosity and a commitment to lifelong learning. Hunger is in the heart of champions. It is the will to win, the passion to overcome obstacles and the ability to savor success. Additionally, Air Force One associates believe in and celebrate AFO’s Founding Principles of Personal Ownership, One Team, and Serving Others. Associates should demonstrate Professionalism and Quality Performance in their behavior at all times with fellow associates, customers, vendors, and the general public. COMPENSATION: $40.00 - 48.50 / hour Commensurate on skills & experience Powered by JazzHR V7lm2B05sn

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