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HVAC & Mechanical Talent Report: Southeastern United States

EV plants, life-sciences, and hospitality mega-projects are re-pricing traditionally lower-cost markets.

Regional compensation by role

  • Mechanical Project Manager: $125k–$178k (mid $150k); top metro Miami, FL at $155k
  • Senior Mechanical PM: $147k–$210k (mid $177k); top metro Miami, FL at $183k
  • Mechanical Superintendent: $117k–$167k (mid $141k); top metro Miami, FL at $145k
  • HVAC Service Manager: $107k–$152k (mid $129k); top metro Miami, FL at $133k
  • HVAC Service Technician: $77k–$109k (mid $92k); top metro Miami, FL at $95k
  • Chiller Technician: $97k–$138k (mid $116k); top metro Miami, FL at $120k

Market snapshot

  • Median mid compensation: $141k
  • Top-paying metro: Miami, FL ($183k)
  • Candidates tracked: 2,007

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