Project Developer

Daikin Applied Americas Inc; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Non-logoed company vehicle

Medical insurance options

Dental and vision insurance

401K with employer match

Paid time off & holidays

Sick time

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Daikin Applied Americas Inc invites you to join its Tampa team as a Project Developer. The role supports the turnkey acquisition process from concept through turnover to Service Operations, in a hybrid Tampa, FL setting.

You will develop project scopes, schedules, and cost estimates, working with the sales team and customers to scope, estimate, and close projects. The successful candidate brings a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 8+ years in mechanical contracting, with HVAC systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in mechanical contracting.
• Mechanical systems layout and design experience.
• HVAC systems and controls experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop scope, schedule, and costs for customer proposals.
• Collaborate with sales, customers, and project manager to scope, estimate, and sell the project.
• Create and negotiate sub-contractor proposals to meet customer contract requirements.
• Outline work plan with project management staff and delegate duties.

Skills

Mechanical contracting experience

Mechanical design experience

HVAC systems & controls experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025!

Daikin Applied is seeking a Project Developer for our Tampa office. You will have the ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth in supporting the turnkey acquisition process during concept development through turnover to Service Operation for the business solution for the customer.

You will have the support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best.

Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: Tampa, FL – Hybrid role

Your Responsibilities

• Develop all aspects of the scope, project development schedule, and costs for the customer proposal.
• Work with sales team, customers, and project manager to help scope, estimate, and sell the project.
• Create, analyze, and negotiate sub-contractor proposals to ensure all customer contract proposal aspects will be met.
• Consult with project management staff to outline work plan and delegate duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority.
• Review and analyze status reports prepared by project personnel and modify schedules or plans as required including generating tasks, estimates, dependencies, and/or milestones during project development.
• Create cost estimates for HVAC piping and sheet metal improvements.
• Create project scheduling using MS Project, MS Excel, or other tools needed to ensure project development milestones and deadlines are met.
• Work with the sales and fulfillment teams to plan and conduct client, project, and internal meetings to ensure clear communication.
• Analyze and select system types and create conceptual designs for HVAC systems.
• Balance and manage multiple projects in development with multiple sub-contractors and complete project development within initial scope, schedule, and budget.
• Develop and maintain subcontracting partner relationships.
• Follow and implement all safety and policy compliances to ensure a safe and satisfying work environment.
• Create and maintain the accuracy of the forecasted cost, time, and customer satisfaction at completion of project development phase.
• Maintain customer satisfaction by investigating concerns, implementing corrective action, and communicating with customers and assigned staff.
• Examine and review contracts and estimates by performing risk analysis and developing risk plans.
• Transition to Service Operations when sales have been finalized.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in mechanical contracting.
• Mechanical systems layout and design experience.
• HVAC systems and controls experience.

Your Benefits

• Non-logoed company vehicle with most expenses paid.
• Multiple medical insurance plan options.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• 401K retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid time off and company paid holidays.
• Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law.
• Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service.
• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $90,000 to $153,300 plus annual bonus. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls in Florida. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Building a more sustainable planet. Creating comfortable, healthy spaces for people to connect, live and work. Perfecting the air we share. Daikin Applied is not just an HVAC company. We're part of a global technology powerhouse that uses Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) to transform the world. We're innovators and leaders. Not only as a business, but as individuals. And we are honored to say we were named to Forbes' America's Best-In-State Employers list for 2025, ranking #1 in Minnesota for Manufacturing and Engineering.

You see, we're not just innovating on the outside. We're innovating on the inside to unlock people's unlimited potential and bring out the diverse and groundbreaking ideas that will help us solve today's most pressing challenges. That's why Daikin offers more than a job. Here's where you'll be heard, be valued, belong -- and be able to make your mark. Over the past several years, we’ve proudly welcomed several organizations into our family, each bringing unique strengths, deep expertise, and talented teams. As we continue to grow, these partners play a vital role in expanding our capabilities and shaping the future of our organization. Whichever Daikin Applied company you join, you’ll be part of a unified, supportive environment where you can make an impact and grow your career.