Project Manager - Columbus

Strategic HR Client Job Openings

Columbus, OH

On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-level to senior construction professionals with HVAC expertise who thrive in collaborative, customer-focused environments.

Best fit for

Candidates with HVAC project management experience and a background in construction or industrial fields
— “HVAC Project Management; preferred.”
Professionals who are comfortable with site visits and can manage both technical and customer-facing tasks
— “Conduct site visits as needed; travel estimated at 10%–25%.”

Things to consider

Travel expectations are moderate but require flexibility for on-site visits
— “travel estimated at 10%–25%.”

How to stand out

Highlight HVAC-specific project management experience and successful customer relationship outcomes
— “Build and maintain relationships with new and existing customers.”
Demonstrate proficiency with HVAC selection tools and technical documentation practices
— “Create equipment selections using manufacturer software and resources.”
Showcase problem-solving and decision-making skills with concrete examples from past projects
— “the ability to problem solve and make decisions without close supervision.”
Emphasize experience with technical proposal development and cost estimation
— “Develop scopes and proposals with itemized project costs.”
Include experience with CAD software like AutoCAD or Revit as a differentiator
— “Familiarity with Computer Aided Drafting software (AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks) is a plus.”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

Managed day-to-day project activities
Provided technical support and developed proposals
Supported equipment selection and application

Typical background

Bachelor’s or associate degree in project management, construction management or Industrial

Skills & requirements

Required

Project ManagementTechnical SupportProposal DevelopmentHVAC KnowledgeEquipment SelectionCustomer CommunicationProject DocumentationMarketing StrategyCustomer Relationship Management

Preferred

Computer Aided Drafting Software

Stack & domain

HVACEquipment SelectionApplication KnowledgeProject ManagementProposal DevelopmentPricing EstimatesTechnical SupportSite VisitsCustomer-specific Marketing StrategiesProject UpdatesCommunicationComputer ApplicationsOperating SystemsWindowsWordExcelComputer Aided Drafting SoftwareAutocadRevitSolidworksProblem-solvingDecision-makingSelf-motivationDetail-orientationCustomer ResponseConstruction

About the role

Original posting from Strategic HR Client Job Openings via Greenhouse

Job Opportunity: Construction Project Manager with ElitAire in Columbus, OH
Do you pride yourself on your ability to manage and inspire people? Do you thrive on continuous improvement and optimizing efficiency? Are you seeking a highly collaborative environment? If so, we want you to join our team!
As a Construction Project Manager at ElitAire, you will provide application support for internal and external customers using equipment selection and application knowledge.
Other responsibilities include:
Manage day-to-day project activities for executed orders.
Coordinate start-up, warranty, and troubleshooting support with service teams and technicians.
Provide technical support and develop proposals and pricing estimates.
Apply HVAC airside and waterside knowledge to support equipment selection and application.
Understand multiple technologies across manufacturer equipment lines.
Create equipment selections using manufacturer software and resources.
Support Account Managers and customers with proper equipment selection and application.
Develop scopes and proposals with itemized project costs.
Document selection criteria and maintain project files.
Assist Account Managers with customer-specific marketing strategies.
Build and maintain relationships with new and existing customers.
Provide project updates and clear communication throughout the lifecycle.
Conduct site visits as needed; travel estimated at 10%–25%.
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to problem solve and make decisions without close supervision. They must be self-motivated, accurate, efficient, and capable of responding to customer needs. Additionally, this candidate will have:
Bachelor’s or associate degree in project management, construction management or Industrial; preferred. Equivalent years of experience will also be considered.
Site visits; required (travel is estimated to be between 10%-25%)
HVAC Project Management; preferred.
Proficiency in computer applications and operating systems including Windows, Word, and Excel.
Familiarity with Computer Aided Drafting software (AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks) is a plus.
Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to make independent decisions.
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of responding effectively to customer needs.
Join ElitAire, where our commitment to both customers and our team defines our success. We prioritize people and deliver top-notch sales, service, and controls to the commercial and industrial HVAC market across Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. Since 2008, we've grown from 7 employees to a thriving team of approximately 95, and we're on a robust trajectory of expansion.
To learn more about ElitAire, visit our website and our LinkedIn page:
https://elitaire.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/elitaire/
This is an exciting opportunity to do something extraordinary: Join a growing team that delivers engineered solutions for sustainable design and energy efficient HVAC systems. Come join us by applying online today!
Employer is EEO/M/F/D/V. Please no third-party candidates or phone calls.
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Source: Strategic HR Client Job Openings careers (Greenhouse)