Project Manager

The Industrial Refrigeration Project Manager oversees the planning, execution, and completion of industrial refrigeration projects. This role involves coordinating with engineering teams, contractors, and clients to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Management

• Develop project scopes, schedules, and budgets for industrial refrigeration installations, upgrades, and retrofits.

• Create and maintain detailed project timelines, milestones, and deliverables.

• Coordinate design reviews, equipment selection, and procurement.

Technical Oversight

• Ensure refrigeration system designs comply with ASHRAE, IIAR, OSHA, and other applicable standards.

• Review engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical specifications.

• Provide technical guidance on ammonia, CO₂, and other refrigerant-based systems.

Budget & Cost Control

• Prepare cost estimates and track expenses against budget.

• Approve invoices and change orders within authority limits.

• Implement cost-saving measures without compromising quality.

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce safety protocols and ensure adherence to environmental and regulatory requirements.

• Coordinate hazard analyses and emergency response procedures.

• Oversee proper documentation for compliance audits.

Client & Stakeholder Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle.

• Provide regular status updates and address concerns promptly.

• Deliver final project documentation and facilitate handover to operations teams.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field (preferred).

• 5 years of project management experience in industrial refrigeration or mechanical contracting.

• Experience with ammonia (NH₃) and/or CO₂ refrigeration systems strongly preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficient in MS Project, AutoCAD, or similar project management/design tools.

• Strong knowledge of IIAR standards and refrigeration safety practices.

• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.

Certifications (Preferred)

• PMP (Project Management Professional)

• RETA (Refrigerating Engineers & Technicians Association) Certification

• OSHA 30-Hour Safety Certification

Work Environment

• Combination of office and field-based work, with regular site visits.

• Exposure to cold storage environments, mechanical rooms, and industrial equipment.

• Travel to project sites as required.

Salary : $100,000 - $115,000