Project Manager-Commercial Refrigeration

Smart Care Equipment Solutions•Alsip, IL

10d

About The Position

The Project Manager implements the overall plan for commercial refrigeration construction projects and delivers projects within budget and predetermined cost levels. The role works closely with commercial retail clients, providing updates on schedules and budgeted costs and managing change-order documentation. The Project Manager may oversee multiple projects for a client, coordinate project teams and other Project Managers, monitor work at job sites, and maintain customer relationships. Travel to job sites and customer locations is required as needed, with customer visits at least once per week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent job-related experience.
Computer knowledge including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
New product development experience.
Experience working with and effectively leading cross-functional teams.
Proven ability to deliver high-quality projects on tight schedules.
Strong decision-making skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Self-starter with strong organizational abilities.
Ability to coordinate and prioritize.
Flexibility, initiative, and ability to work with minimal direct supervision.
Discretion and confidentiality.
Ability to work as a team member in a rapidly changing environment.
Reliable, predictable attendance during client service hours.
Responsiveness to internal and external client needs.
Industry knowledge.
Well-organized and detail-oriented.

Nice To Haves

PMP certification.

Responsibilities

Create, execute, track, and revise project work plans to meet changing needs and requirements.
Identify project resources, assign individual responsibilities, and establish clear project roles.
Coordinate planning for communications, project risk, change management, and training.
Facilitate team and client meetings.
Resolve issues or escalate them in a timely manner.
Communicate with project teams to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions.
Gather and review construction documents.
Work with other Project Managers during bidding, negotiation, and post-bid processes.
Visit job sites to monitor production and quality assurance, and review work progress daily.
Prepare internal and external reports about job status.
Plan ahead to prevent problems and resolve emerging issues.
Serve as the lead point of contact for customer matters and build and maintain customer relationships.
Expand customer opportunities through other company services, identify opportunities within the territory, and collaborate with sales teams on growth.
Assist with high-severity requests and issue escalations as needed.
Visit customer locations at least once per week.
Achieve and maintain the desired gross profit percentage for the customer base.
Negotiate agreement terms, draft contracts, and obtain permits and licenses.
Estimate large refrigeration projects.
Perform other related duties as required and assigned.