Project Manager

This position works within the Team to ensure the timely completion of assigned projects with a focus on Supermarket and/or Small Format Refrigeration.  The candidate is responsible for maximizing customer satisfaction by managing all aspects of commercial refrigeration projects for new stores and store remodels. This is inclusive of subcontracting, scheduling, pre-/post-operation follow-ups, managing costs and time, safety, and both internal and external communications.

Description:  

• Perform building surveys of HVAC and refrigeration equipment/controls and operational costs; validates preliminary information with customers. 
• Establish and maintain relationships with subcontractors; prepare requests for quotation including scope statements, plans, specs, and bonding requirements. 
• Perform construction plan review or other requirements as determined by project needs, constraints, and responsibilities to meet all customers’ facility requirements. 
• Provide knowledge and consultation in the form of developing facility-related solutions to satisfy customers’ needs and wants. 
• Determines project needs (must-haves), constraints, and responsibilities to meet entire building system design/installation requirements. 
• Prepare, finalize and reviews preliminary and/or final proposals. 
• Handle all aspects related to on-site field personnel management to ensure safety, quality, and timely delivery of a completed job within the prescribed budget. 
• Create detailed cost estimates consisting of controls, service agreements, materials, mechanical/electrical/other subcontractors, purchased equipment, labor, and other construction-related activities to assist Team managers in bidding on or determining project pricing. 
• Utilize plans, specifications, and knowledge of controls/construction industry to analyze project needs. 
• Responsible for estimating and pricing of controls, materials, services and/or equipment to ensure accuracy of quantity, size, configuration, voltage, options, and other variables. 
• Plan and analyze assigned projects, develop schedules/project parameters and set procedures to accomplish project objectives as set forth by the customer. 
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and/or risk factors on various projects. 
• Clarify, reconcile and adjust information gaps and scope deviations with Operations Team; resolve major deviations with team after Project Scope has been validated. 
• Maintain quote logs consisting of closed, open, and lost orders.
• Identify risks to projects and be prepared to mitigate the risks as necessary.
• Carries out additional responsibilities as assigned.

 Requirements:   

• Bachelor’s degree or 5 years of experience in HVAC/R Project Management and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Working knowledge of basic refrigeration and knowledge of commercial refrigeration and HVAC systems. 
• Strong leadership skills and business acumen; ability to manage small and large crews of construction professionals. 
• Working knowledge of applicable construction/safety federal, state, and county codes and regulations. 
• Ability to maintain the highest levels of customer service.
• The ability to establish, build and maintain business relationships. 
• Ability to successfully manage multiple and competing priorities and/or tasks in a fast-paced work environment. 
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. 
• Organizational and time management skills. 
• Intermediate-to-advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Must be able to work outside of regular business hours when necessary. 
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record. 
• Travel within region as required. 

The salary or hourly wage range of $53,900 – $100,100 is just one component of Hussmann’s total package. Actual compensation varies depending on the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives. *The minimum hourly wage for this role will be the greater of the posted range, or minimum wage for the location where the employee will be working, subject to local minimum wage requirements.Our organization offers benefits that are the best fit for you at every stage of your career:  Comprehensive Insurance Plans: Health, Dental and Vision, 401k with Company Matching Contribution, Discretionary 401k Company Contribution, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Life/Disability Insurance, Family Leave, Panasonic Employee Discounts, Paid Vacation and Holidays, Wellness Program, Identity Protection, Community Stewardship, Employee Assistance Program and more.  Hussmann is a subsidiary of Panasonic USA. Finding a better way has always been the Hussmann way. Since 1906, our focus on innovation has helped food retailers succeed. We hold over a 122 U.S. patents as well as 320 international patents from more than a dozen countries. We collaborate with customers across a variety of food retail segments as we work towards fulfilling a promise for better businesses, better partners, and a better world.  Hussmann is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to veteran status, disability, age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, marital status, pregnancy, or any other non-merit based factor.