Refrigeration Project Manager
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Minnesota, USA
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$100,000–$120,000 + Benefits
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Full-Time | Occasional Travel
We're recruiting a
Refrigeration Project Manager
for an established US manufacturer of commercial and industrial refrigeration systems.
This is an excellent opportunity to manage technically complex refrigeration projects from
order entry through engineering, manufacturing, delivery, installation and start-up
, taking full responsibility for project schedules, budgets and customer satisfaction.
The Role
Manage industrial and complex commercial refrigeration projects from order to completion
Take ownership of project scope, budgets and schedules
Coordinate engineering, procurement, manufacturing and service teams
Act as the main point of contact for customers, contractors and suppliers
Manage project schedules using MS Project
Coordinate equipment procurement and manufacturing deadlines
Review technical specifications, drawings and contract requirements
Manage customer submittals and approval processes
Lead project kick-off meetings and progress reviews
Track project costs, variations and change orders
Coordinate equipment shipping, installation and start-up
Resolve technical and commercial project issues
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to specification
The Candidate
3–5+ years' project management experience
Background in
refrigeration, HVAC, mechanical engineering or industrial equipment
Experience delivering technically complex projects
Strong understanding of project budgets, schedules and procurement
Comfortable coordinating engineering and manufacturing teams
Experience managing customers, contractors and suppliers
Proficient with MS Project and Microsoft Office
Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related discipline
PMP / PMI certification advantageous but not essential
Package
$100,000–$120,000 basic salary
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) and profit sharing
10 paid holidays
Vacation and personal leave
Life insurance and disability coverage
Flexible scheduling
Wellness programmes
Employee Assistance Programme
Training and career development
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager looking to work on
large-scale commercial and industrial refrigeration systems
with a well-established US manufacturer.
You'll manage projects across the full manufacturing and delivery lifecycle, working closely with customers, engineers, contractors and internal production teams.
The role offers exposure to complex refrigeration applications across
food storage, industrial facilities and commercial refrigeration
, with the opportunity to develop towards senior project and operational leadership.
Project Manager → Senior Project Manager → Project Management / Operations Leadership