Project Manager - Refrigeration

Stellar; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote & hybrid work options

Paid Time Off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) – company match

HSA/FSAs

Life and disability insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Stellar, headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, seeks a Refrigeration Project Manager to direct and coordinate designated projects within time and budget constraints. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, manage submittals, schedules, costs, and commissioning documents for industrial refrigeration systems including ammonia/CO2.

The role requires strong leadership, detailed planning, and excellent communication skills to deliver projects from inception to completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CM or ME or equivalent experience.
• 1–5 years construction or refrigeration PM experience.
• Knowledge of industrial ammonia/CO2 refrigeration systems.
• Track record of delivering projects from start to finish.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with PM software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project submittals and buyouts.
• Prepare and update project schedules with superintendents.
• Analyze labor productivity and efficiency on-site.
• Prepare monthly and weekly project reports.
• Manage change orders and monthly cost projections.
• Process monthly invoices and ensure billing accuracy.
• Maintain Stellar quality and safety standards.
• Prepare commissioning documents and close-out packages.
• Communicate with customers and stakeholders as needed.
• Direct and coordinate activities of designated projects.
• Ensure goals are met within time and funding parameters.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Estimating

Team leadership

Time management

Procore

MS Project

Primavera

Risk management

Conflict resolution

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Mechanical Engineering

1–5 years construction/refrigeration PM experience

Industrial ammonia/CO2 refrigeration systems knowledge

Proven project delivery track record

Leadership and team management

Communication and interpersonal skills

PM software proficiency

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Primavera

MS Office

Job description

The Refrigeration Project Manager is responsible for directing and coordinating the activities of designated projects to ensure that goals or objectives of the project are accomplished within the prescribed time frame and funding parameters. This role demands a strong understanding of industrial refrigeration systems, construction processes, excellent leadership and communication skills, and the ability to manage diverse teams and stakeholders.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Coordination of project submittals
• Buyout of materials and subcontracts
• Preparing and updating the project schedule. Works closely with General Superintendent and Field Superintendent to ensure the schedule is achievable.
• Works closely with the General Superintendent and Site Superintendent to analyze labor productivity and efficiency throughout the project
• Prepares monthly and weekly reports as needed
• Change orders
• Monthly cost projections
• Monthly invoices
• Works closely with field staff to ensure that Stellar standards for quality and safety are being met
• Ensures that commissioning documents, plans and personnel are available as needed
• Ensures that project close-out documents are completed and submitted
• Communicates with the customer as needed
• Direct and coordinate the activities of designated projects
• Ensure goals and objectives are accomplished within the prescribed time frame and funding parameters
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Working knowledge of detailed and conceptual estimating for mechanical systems
• Strong skills in leading and communicating with project teams
• Excellent ability to organize and manage time to complete projects on schedule and within budget
• Proficient in using project management tools such as Procore, MS Project or Primavera
• Ability to identify and mitigate risks effectively
• Skilled in resolving conflicts promptly to maintain project momentum
• Keen attention to detail for managing complex construction projects
• Proactive approach to problem-solving to handle various challenges

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field preferred, or equivalent prior work experience in a related field
• Minimum of 1-5 years of experience in construction or refrigeration project management
• Thorough understanding of industrial ammonia and CO 2 refrigeration systems
• Proven track record of successful project delivery from inception to completion
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in project management software and tools

Travel Requirements:

• Ability to travel as needed for jobsite visits, training, and events

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time
• Ability to use a computer, phone, printer, scanner, and other office equipment
• Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 25 pounds of files, documents, and materials

Stellar offers a comprehensive package which includes:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Remote & hybrid work options for many positions
• Paid Time Off – accrue 15 days (120 hours) within first year of service
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) – company match with immediate vesting

Stellar, headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, is a fully integrated firm focusing on design, construction, architecture, engineering, and mechanical services worldwide for over 30 years. Stellar combines a multitude of capabilities to create buildings and systems of exceptional long‑term quality, value and efficiency. From food processing plants and healthcare facilities to refrigerated warehouses, automated production lines and beyond, we offer an integrated approach to meet all our clients’ needs.

Stellar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicants for employment based on their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, or any other status protected by law.

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