HVAC Engineering Manager

The HVAC Engineering Manager is responsible for leading all technical aspects of HVAC system design, implementation, commissioning, and lifecycle optimization across projects or facilities. This role manages engineering teams, coordinates with project stakeholders, ensures code compliance, and delivers high-performance, energy-efficient HVAC solutions aligned with business or project goals.

Key Responsibilities:

🏗️ Design Oversight & Technical Leadership:

• Lead and review HVAC system designs for commercial, industrial, or infrastructure projects

• Approve HVAC load calculations, equipment selection (chillers, AHUs, VRFs), and duct/piping layouts

• Ensure HVAC designs comply with relevant codes (ASHRAE, ISHRAE, NBC, local standards)

📐 Project Engineering & Execution Support:

• Coordinate HVAC engineering deliverables: schematic designs, shop drawings, BOQs, technical specs

• Collaborate with architects, structural, and electrical teams for integrated MEP coordination

• Review technical submittals, vendor approvals, and manage design change controls

🛠️ Commissioning & Quality Assurance:

• Oversee HVAC system testing, commissioning, air balancing, and functional performance testing

• Validate system performance against design benchmarks (COP, EER, IAQ, airflow rates)

• Establish and enforce quality assurance protocols during installation and commissioning

💡 Innovation & Energy Efficiency:

• Drive adoption of energy-efficient technologies like VFDs, demand-controlled ventilation, thermal storage

• Collaborate with Energy Managers or Sustainability teams for green building certification (LEED, IGBC)

• Optimize HVAC designs for lifecycle cost, energy usage, and operational maintainability

🤝 Team Management & Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Manage and mentor a team of HVAC engineers, draftsmen, and project coordinators

• Serve as a technical liaison between clients, consultants, contractors, and vendors

• Conduct internal technical reviews, training sessions, and design validation workshops

📋 Compliance, Safety & Risk Mitigation:

• Ensure adherence to safety codes and mechanical design standards

• Review risk assessments related to HVAC system design and site implementation

• Oversee refrigerant management protocols (EPA, F-Gas compliance if applicable)

📊 Budgeting, Planning & Reporting:

• Develop HVAC design budgets, resource plans, and procurement strategies

• Track project progress, technical KPIs, and report deviations or delays

• Participate in value engineering and lifecycle cost assessments

Key Focus Areas:

• ✅ HVAC engineering design and project delivery

• ✅ Technical leadership across design-build projects

• ✅ Energy optimization and green building compliance

• ✅ Quality assurance and commissioning control

• ✅ Stakeholder coordination and multidisciplinary integration

Technical Skills & Tools:

• HVAC design software: Carrier HAP, TRACE 700, AutoCAD MEP, Revit, Duct/Pipe Sizer

• Familiar with BMS, EMS, and control sequences for HVAC systems

• Understanding of psychrometrics, fluid mechanics, thermal loads, and building physics

• Knowledge of ASHRAE standards, SMACNA duct standards, NFPA, NBC, ISHRAE guidelines

Soft Skills:

• Leadership and mentoring ability

• Strong project and time management

• Excellent communication with cross-functional teams

• Conflict resolution and problem-solving mindset

Work Conditions:

• Office-based with frequent site visits for inspection, coordination, and testing

• Occasional travel to project sites, vendors, or client locations

• Must be available for technical escalations during commissioning phases