CO2 Project Manager Specialist

Markem-Imaje; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Food Retail’s AMS Group is seeking a skilled Project Manager specialized in CO2 refrigeration systems to lead startup, commissioning, and ongoing project execution. You will manage schedules, budgets, and quality across onsite and offsite activities, coordinating with customers, contractors, and internal teams.

The role requires 10+ years in refrigeration, strong technical knowledge of CO2 systems, and the ability to travel extensively (90-100%).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 10+ years refrigeration industry experience.
• Ability to troubleshoot commercial refrigeration equipment and drive projects to completion.
• Knowledge of CO2 refrigeration systems and ability to read blueprints/schematics.

Responsibilities

• Lead start-up and commissioning of CO2 refrigeration projects.
• Oversee onsite and offsite supervision, scheduling, budget, and quality.
• Develop and implement project execution plans and communication plans.
• Travel 90-100% of time to job sites to document reports and manage client relations.

Skills

CO2 refrigeration systems

Read blueprints

EMS knowledge

Danfoss/Carel/CPC controls

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

## CO2 Project Manager SpecialistApply: Remote: Phoenix, Arizona, USA: Flagstaff, Arizona, USA: Tempe, Arizona, USA: Tucson, Arizona, USA: Mesa, Arizona, USA: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: JR101901Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services; and leading our industry by Innovating What’s Next in glass doors and intelligent merchandising technologies that keep food safe under brands such as HillPhoenix and Anthony.DFR is part of the Refrigeration and Food Equipment segment of the Dover Corporation (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenues in excess of $7 billion.DFR is built on creativity and customer-centric innovation delivered by people invigorated by a strong sense of responsibility to help our customers win in their marketplaces. The relationships we build with our customers are as important to our success as the products we manufacture. This collaborative environment delivers FRESH THINKING, reassuring our customers that they choose the best when they choose to work with the people of Dover Food Retail.The AMS Group is proud to be part of Dover Food Retail— a leading manufacturer and provider of innovative solutions that help customers sell more food, more profitably. As a division of DFR, we leverage deep industry expertise, extensive resources, and a powerful network to deliver high-quality commercial refrigeration products and services. When you join our team, you step into a rewarding work environment backed by comprehensive **Day 1 benefits**, including: * Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – plus Prescription Drug Coverage* Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability, Paid Vacation, and Paid Sick Leave* 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)* 11 Paid Holidays Annually* Ongoing Education and Training Opportunities* Tuition Reimbursement We’re committed to supporting your growth, well-being, and success—right from the start. **What the Role Involves:** We are seeking a skilled Project Manager with expertise in CO2 Refrigeration system start-up and commissioning. This position will lead and oversee technical aspects of the project which include start up and commissioning, planning, implementation, and tracking of specific refrigeration installation projects. The Project Manager's focus will include onsite and offsite supervision, technical support, scheduling, project management, financial results, and quality performance objectives. Key responsibilities include: * Create or follow a detailed project execution plan (PEP) that identifies and sequences the activities needed to complete the project.* Meet with customers, contractors, and team leaders to coordinate onsite projects to completion.* Provide technical guidance and troubleshoot on refrigeration systems, ensuring compliance with AMS specifications, industrial standards, and best practices.* Prepare and implement a communication plan that meets the clients' reporting requirements and keeps all personnel involved in the project informed.* Determine the resources (time, money, equipment, etc.) and develop/manage a cost budget to meet the estimated margin required to complete the project.* Knowledge of Energy Management Systems (EMS) and controls such as Danfoss, CPC, Carel, and others.* Understand the entire scope of the project of commercial refrigeration installation, start-up, commissioning, and other deliverables.* Develop the project plan for contractors if required.* Review the project schedule with senior management and all other staff that will be affected by the project activities; coordinate revisions as required.* Review the quality of work completed with the project team regularly to ensure that it meets the project standards.* Enhance client relationships through proactive and positive communication, and by recognizing and delivering client key issues and expectations.* Travel to job sites and document reports for customers and the internal office team. Travel 90-100% of work time.* Maintain ongoing client relationships and recognize future business opportunities.* Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in CO2 and other refrigeration systems.* Enhance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests.* Ensuring DFR-AMS and customer safety standards are adhered to onsite.* Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. **Basic Qualifications:** * High School Diploma or GED* Proven experience in refrigeration system startup and commissioning, particularly in CO2 refrigeration systems.* Ten (10) + years of experience in the refrigeration industry.* Ability to troubleshoot commercial refrigeration equipment and see project to completion. **The Ideal Candidate:** Can adapt to changing construction deadlines, be well-organized, and demonstrate excellent customer service skills. Knowledge of CO2 refrigeration systems and the ability to read blueprints, schematics, P&IDs, etc. * Strong understanding of parallel rack systems, refrigeration cycles, system design, and installation processes. Need to know EMS, Danfoss controller, Copeland controls* Must be able to work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.* Positively influence others to achieve results that are in the best interest of the organization.* Must be able to work with large dollar amounts and be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent with the ability to draw and interpret bar graphs and tracking documents.* Employees will have access to Company confidential information and must be responsible enough to protect such information.* Must be capable of communicating effectively and expeditiously while maintaining professional conduct with all levels of the organization as well as third parties.* Must have knowledge of refrigeration, project management, workplace safety, customer relations, and accounting processes. **Work Environment:** * While on jobsites, this person must adhere to company and OSHA safety guidelines and protocols. May be required to wear personal protective equipment.