HVAC Operations Manager
Salary: £47,000 – £52,000 (DOE) + Car Allowance + Pension + Bonus + Benefits
Location: Plymouth, Devon
About the Role
We are working with a well-established renewable energy contractor who is looking to appoint an experienced HVAC Operations Manager to lead their air conditioning and ventilation division.
This is a senior, hands-on role responsible for managing the full lifecycle of ventilation projects — from design and tender stage through to installation, delivery, and handover. Projects range in value from £10k to £1m, covering commercial and industrial environments nationwide.
The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing technical delivery, managing teams, supporting business growth, and maintaining strong client relationships. This is an office based role with occasional travel required nationally.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead HVAC and ventilation projects from design through to completion
* Produce ventilation designs, duct sizing, and pressure drop calculations
* Prepare and submit tenders, quotations, and cost estimates
* Oversee ductwork installation and ensure compliance with specifications and standards
* Manage project delivery, ensuring works are completed on time and within budget
* Liaise with clients, subcontractors, engineers, and internal teams
* Provide technical guidance and resolve on-site or design-related issues
* Support business development through client engagement and repeat business
* Ensure health & safety, quality, and compliance standards are upheld
About You
* Proven experience managing commercial or industrial HVAC / ventilation projects
* Strong technical knowledge of ventilation systems, ductwork, and air handling
* Experienced in tendering, estimating, and project delivery
* Confident working from drawings and specifications
* Minimum 10 years’ experience within the HVAC / ventilation sector
* HNC (or equivalent) in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
* F-Gas certified
* Full UK driving licence
* Professional, reliable, and hands-on with strong leadership skills
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary of £47,000 – £52,000
* Company car or car allowance
* Pension scheme
* Bonus structure
* Additional company benefits
* Long-term career progression with a growing business
Interested?
Please follow the instructions below to apply or for a confidential discussion, please contact Abbie or Jo on (phone number removed).
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