Hybrid HVAC Project Engineering Manager – Lead & Grow

Daikin Applied Americas; Jersey City (NJ); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

401K with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Sick time in accordance with law

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Daikin Applied Americas in Jersey City is seeking a Project Engineer Manager to lead a team of project engineers, drive on-time and on-budget delivery, and partner with internal departments and vendors.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, 6–8 years of related engineering and leadership experience, and at least 4 years of people leadership. It offers a hybrid work arrangement in Jersey City with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field is required; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• CEM credential preferred.
• 6 to 8 years of related engineering, project management, or operational leadership experience required.
• Minimum of 4 years of people leadership experience, including coaching, developing, and managing team performance.

Responsibilities

• Leads and develops a team of Project Engineers, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to customer and project requirements.
• Oversees resource allocation and project prioritization across multiple initiatives to maximize team efficiency and meet deadlines.
• Maintains financial performance by managing project pricing, bookings, forecasting, revenue, gross margin, backlog, and overall P&L metrics.
• Collaborates with internal departments, factories, and vendors to resolve operational issues, minimize project delays, and manage scope, budget, or schedule changes.
• Drives operational excellence through process compliance, continuous improvement initiatives, and proactive problem-solving to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Monitors team performance through coaching, quarterly reviews, performance development plans, and ongoing employee development.
• Ensures compliance with company, customer, and government policies, while providing training and guidance to support a safe and effective work environment.
• Provides leadership and accountability for project execution, team performance, financial results, and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Budgeting

People leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Certified Energy Manager (CEM)

Job description

Daikin Applied Americas in Jersey City is seeking a Project Engineer Manager to lead a team of project engineers, drive on-time and on-budget delivery, and partner with internal departments and vendors.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, 6–8 years of related engineering and leadership experience, and at least 4 years of people leadership. It offers a hybrid work arrangement in Jersey City with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.