HVAC Project Manager

About the business and the role

Ambient Services Group is an all-in-one commercial asset maintenance provider serving metropolitan Sydney. We work behind the scenes on some of the city’s biggest buildings, offering everything from long-term asset management to emergency spot repairs.

Due to ongoing company growth, we are seeking an experienced HVAC Project Manager to join our Construction Division, based in Hillsdale.

Job tasks and responsibilities

• Managing multiple HVAC fitout projects from award through to completion, commissioning, and handover.
• Developing and maintaining project programmes, budgets, procurement schedules, and resource plans.
• Coordinating internal engineering, drafting, procurement, site management, and commissioning teams.
• Managing subcontractors, suppliers, and labour resources to ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
• Reviewing design documentation and identifying value engineering, buildability, and risk mitigation opportunities.
• Preparing and administering purchase orders, subcontract agreements, variations, progress claims, and project forecasts.
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, builders, and key stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitoring project financial performance, including cost control, forecasting, cash flow, and profitability.
• Ensuring compliance with all WHS requirements, company procedures, and relevant Australian Standards.
• Chairing project meetings and providing regular progress reports to senior management.
• Overseeing commissioning, defect management, and final project close-out activities.
• Contributing to business growth through repeat business opportunities and maintaining exceptional client service standards.

Skills and experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience managing commercial HVAC projects.
• Proven experience delivering projects valued between $1M and $7M.
• Strong understanding of commercial fitout, refurbishment, and building services projects.
• Excellent commercial acumen with experience managing project budgets, forecasts, and variations.
• Sound knowledge of HVAC systems, controls, commissioning, and construction methodologies.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience using project management platforms such as Simpro, Procore, Aconex, or similar.
• Mechanical Engineering qualifications or relevant trade background highly regarded.
• Current Australian driver's licence.

Job benefits and perks

• Attractive salary package + vehicle allowance.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile commercial fitout projects.
• Career progression within a growing and ambitious business.
• Supportive team culture with direct access to senior leadership.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.