Project Manager – Refrigeration Systems

Job Summary

The Project Manager – Refrigeration Systems is responsible for planning, coordinating, executing, and monitoring refrigeration system projects from project initiation through completion and turnover. The role ensures that all projects are delivered within the approved budget, timeline, quality standards, and safety requirements while meeting client specifications and company objectives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Planning and Management

• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans.
• Manage the overall implementation of refrigeration system projects, including installation, testing, commissioning, and turnover.
• Monitor project progress and ensure timely completion of milestones.
• Identify project risks, delays, and technical issues and implement appropriate corrective actions.

2. Technical Coordination

• Review project drawings, specifications, equipment schedules, and technical submittals.
• Coordinate the installation and commissioning of refrigeration equipment, including compressors, condensers, evaporators, piping, and related control systems.
• Ensure compliance with approved designs, engineering standards, and project requirements.
• Coordinate with design engineers, service engineers, technicians, suppliers, and subcontractors to resolve technical concerns.

3. Budget and Cost Control

• Prepare and monitor project budgets, cost estimates, and progress billings.
• Track project expenses, material usage, labor costs, and other project-related expenditures.
• Monitor variations, additional works, and potential cost overruns.
• Coordinate with the Accounting and Procurement teams regarding project costs, purchasing, and payments.

4. Client and Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients regarding project status, technical concerns, and deliverables.
• Conduct project meetings and provide regular progress reports to management and clients.
• Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
• Address client concerns and ensure customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.

5. Team Leadership and Supervision

• Lead and supervise project engineers, site engineers, technicians, and subcontractors.
• Assign responsibilities and monitor team performance and productivity.
• Ensure proper coordination between office personnel and site teams.
• Provide technical guidance and support to resolve project-related issues.

6. Quality, Safety, and Compliance

• Ensure that refrigeration installations comply with approved plans, specifications, quality standards, and applicable regulations.
• Monitor site safety practices and ensure compliance with company safety policies.
• Conduct or coordinate inspections, testing, commissioning, and quality checks.
• Ensure proper preparation and completion of project documentation, as-built drawings, operation manuals, warranties, and turnover documents.

7. Documentation and Reporting

• Prepare and submit regular project progress reports to management.
• Monitor project schedules, manpower deployment, material deliveries, and equipment requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of project activities, site instructions, meeting minutes, and variations.
• Ensure timely submission of billing documents, completion reports, and other required project records.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field.
• Licensed Mechanical Engineer is an advantage.
• At least 3–5 years of relevant experience in project management, preferably in commercial or industrial refrigeration systems, HVAC, or mechanical engineering projects.
• Knowledge of refrigeration systems, including compressors, condensers, evaporators, refrigerant piping, and system controls.
• Experience in project scheduling, cost control, budgeting, and contractor management.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and project scheduling or management tools.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and supervise field operations as required