Careers

Your Future Starts Here

Admiral has been a trusted leader in commercial and industrial HVAC throughout the Chicagoland area since 1952. Specializing in union construction and service work, we partner with contractors, developers, and building owners to deliver engineered heating, ventilation, and air conditioning solutions. Our reputation is built on quality craftsmanship, strong industry relationships, and a commitment to long-term client success.

We hire skilled professionals and provide the tools, training, and support needed to advance. Careers here are earned through consistent execution, technical growth, and leadership. We offer competitive benefits, clear advancement paths, and a culture where standards matter and goals are achievable. If you’re ready to build a career that lasts, Admiral is ready to support it.

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Career Paths

At Admiral, careers are built through deliberate investment in people. Many of our current leaders started in entry-level roles and advanced by developing technical expertise, proving their abilities on challenging projects, and growing into leadership positions. We provide clear advancement paths, structured training, and mentorship because the strength of our team defines the quality of our work.

Project Engineer

Build a strong foundation by supporting active projects, maintaining documentation, tracking systems, and assisting with estimating and project coordination.

Assistant Project Manager

Step into greater ownership by managing smaller projects, supporting sales efforts, and serving as a key link between project engineers and project managers.

Project Manager

Lead projects from planning through closeout, balancing cost, schedule, safety, and quality while coordinating teams and driving client commitments forward.

Senior Project Manager

Oversee larger, more complex projects while mentoring project managers, guiding teams, and taking accountability for overall project outcomes.

Project Executive

Provide strategic leadership across multiple projects and teams, mentor project leadership, and drive long-term client relationships and business growth.
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Our Benefits

Admiral is only as strong as the people who do the work. We provide competitive benefits, ongoing support, and the resources you need to perform at your highest level because strong teams build strong companies.

Industry-Leading Compensation

Competitive salaries that recognize your expertise, experience, and the value you bring to the table.

Performance Bonus Program

Generous cash bonuses based on company performance and your individual contributions, giving you a direct financial stake in our collective success.

Profit Sharing & 401(k) Match

Company contributes up to 13% toward your retirement: 4% 401(k) match plus 9% profit sharing based on your total compensation, with all administrative fees covered.

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans with company covering 75% of premiums, ensuring access to quality care when you need it most.

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Generous PTO and holiday policy that gives employees flexibility to recharge, handle personal matters, and spend time with loved ones.

Life & AD&D Insurance

Company-paid life and accidental death & dismemberment coverage, plus optional voluntary plans for added peace of mind.

Disability Insurance

100% company-provided short-term and long-term disability insurance that protects income during unexpected life events.

Tuition Assistance Program

Financial support for continued education, certifications and professional development.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Pre-tax spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care that lower your taxable income.

Transportation Reimbursement

CTA and parking reimbursement for daily commutes and work-related transportation.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Confidential access to counseling, financial guidance, legal resources, and wellness support when navigating personal challenges.

Employee Referral Program

Cash rewards for referring qualified candidates who join our team.

Employee Events & Culture

Regular team events and gatherings that strengthen relationships and reinforce the strong culture people are proud to be a part of.

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Our History

Founded in 1952, Admiral began as a small furnace shop serving homebuilders. Within a few short years, we pivoted entirely to engineering custom HVAC solutions for Chicago's most demanding commercial projects. Why? We saw an opportunity to pursue work that aligned with our commitment to quality over volume. Commercial projects required expert problem-solving, precision, and accountability: exactly where we knew our approach to craftsmanship would set us apart. That decision to bet on ourselves during those formative years built the reputation that still defines how Admiral operates today.

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Team Testimonials

“I was hired in 2017 with zero HVAC experience, and now I’m running multimillion-dollar projects. That couldn’t happen without the training and support Admiral offers.”
Corey Esposito Project Manager
“If you’re looking to build a career, make a great living, and work alongside people who feel like family, Admiral is where you belong.”
Scott Descourouez Chief Operating Officer
“We’re proud of the reputation Admiral has built over the decades, and our crews do everything in their power to uphold it. I believe it’s the heart we put into our work that sets us apart.”
Matthew Goress Sheetmetal Foreman
“People genuinely care about one another here. You never feel like just a number — you feel supported and valued every day.”
Julie Cameron Human Resources
"What surprised me most was the level of intelligence, ownership, and work ethic across every team at Admiral. People are proactive, thoughtful, and genuinely invested in doing things the right way.”
Patrick Ryan Project Manager
“Everyone here is genuinely kind and supportive. There’s a real culture of helping each other succeed, and that makes a big difference when you’re new.”
Emily Muniz Administrative Assistant

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