Major Projects Manager/Lead Technician

Lead Technician / Major Projects Manager – Mechanical

"This Project manager role is a bit unique as we need people who are comfortable being very hands on and comfortable helping techs on job sites as needed. Any past HVAC experience or mechanical ability would be a plus (Diesel engines, mobile equipment) This is not an admin/ office position. We have had success with people who have been in the oil field and are used to travel / maintenance of large equipment."

Job Type: Full-time
Travel: 85% minimum - Across Gulf Region (Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Alabama)

A nationwide provider of temporary cooling, heating, dehumidification, and power solutions is immediately hiring a Lead Technician / Major Projects Manager.

This opportunity combines hands-on technical work with leadership of large commercial and industrial projects, disaster recovery, restoration, and emergency response. Equipment includes portable air conditioners, chillers, heaters, generators, and related temporary systems.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay with quarterly bonus opportunities
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick days, and holidays
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Employee discount programs

Position Overview

The Lead Technician / Major Projects Manager oversees large projects across the United States, managing planning, field execution, safety, staffing, customer communication, and financial performance.

This role requires travel to project sites, extended stays, and after-hours availability to support projects, technicians, and customers.

Key ResponsibilitiesProject Planning & Execution

• Develop detailed project plans, scopes of work, schedules, submittals, and resource requirements with minimal oversight.
• Manage the full project lifecycle, including mobilization, installation, commissioning, demobilization, and site restoration.
• Lead large projects involving data centers, disaster recovery, emergency response, and restoration.
• Coordinate technicians, subcontractors, logistics, branch management, and regional service managers to secure necessary resources.
• Manage schedules, budgets, and resource allocation, adjusting plans as project needs change.
• Anticipate challenges, identify risks, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Maintain daily logs, reports, documentation, and photographic records.
• Ensure work follows standard operating procedures and company values.

Technical Field Responsibilities

• Perform site surveys and prepare for installation and decommissioning.
• Install and decommission temporary HVAC and power equipment, including generators, chillers, air handlers, pumps, hose and cable runs, and temporary distribution systems.
• Support startup and commissioning, perform basic troubleshooting, and complete punch-list items.
• Maintain equipment labeling and work-area organization.
• Document field changes through redlined as-built drawings and ensure site restoration following decommissioning.

Safety & Quality

• Develop and implement project-specific safety plans.
• Conduct risk assessments and hazard analyses.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations.
• Lead project-specific safety training and reinforce safe work practices.
• Monitor and enforce safety standards throughout project execution.
• Coordinate safety initiatives with project stakeholders.
• Stay informed about industry safety practices and trends.

Financial Management

• Build and maintain project budgets and monitor cost-to-complete forecasts.
• Ensure accurate billing for labor, equipment, and materials.
• Secure approved change orders and protect project margins.
• Partner with accounts receivable to reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO).
• Track financial performance, including margin versus estimate, resource utilization, and work-in-progress accuracy.

Customer & Stakeholder Communication

• Lead kickoff meetings, site walks, and project progress updates.
• Serve as the primary customer contact during project execution.
• Communicate scope, schedule, status, and issues clearly.
• Support sales with pre-bid technical input and scope reviews.
• Manage requests for information (RFIs), scope adjustments, and contract compliance in coordination with leadership.
• Resolve team coordination issues and escalate concerns promptly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in the HVAC or similar industries including oil field maintenance/mechanical work, diesel mechanic, mobile mechanic etc
• At least 2 years of experience supporting or managing large projects, restoration, or emergency response, including equipment and technician deployment or similar experience
• Experience securing outside resources to support large projects.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or comparable systems.
• Experience with MRP or rental management software preferred.
• Proven ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Willingness to travel extensively, including extended stays of more than 5 days.
• Availability for after-hours and on-call support.

Performance Expectations

Success in this role will be measured through:

• Safety: Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR), near-miss reporting, and timely closure of corrective actions.
• Project Delivery: On-time milestones and adherence to schedules.
• Financial Performance: Gross margin retention, approved change orders, and DSO reduction.
• Quality & Customer Satisfaction: Rework and punch-list rates, customer satisfaction scores, and feedback.

Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Company truck
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Fuel card
• Fuel discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• technician/mechanical: 3 years (Required)
• Supervisory: 2 years (Required)
• HVAC, Oil Field, Diesel Engine or Generator Technician: 3 years (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Required)

Work Location: On the road