HVAC/Refrigeration Project Manager – Retail/Grocery Construction

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Michigan.

📋 Description

• Oversee and direct HVAC and refrigeration projects across multiple locations, encompassing equipment installation, system retrofits, and maintenance programs within operational stores.

• Act as the main point of contact for clients regarding all mechanical (HVAC/R) project scopes, fostering strong relationships and ensuring stakeholder alignment.

• Serve as the subject matter expert in HVAC/Refrigeration, guaranteeing adherence to best practices, optimal system performance, and compliance with regulations at all sites.

• Function as the owner's representative, facilitating coordination among franchisees, general contractors, architects, and vendors.

• Track project progress to ensure that schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives are met.

• Evaluate construction documents, scopes of work, and contractor proposals.

• Oversee change orders, budgets, invoicing, and financial reporting.

• Lead the completion of punch lists and the project closeout process.

• Provide consistent project updates and engage in proactive risk management.

⛳️ Requirements

• 5-10 years of experience in construction project management, with a strong focus on HVAC and/or refrigeration systems.

• Demonstrated experience in managing HVAC and refrigeration installation, replacement, or maintenance programs (required).

• Familiarity with retail and/or grocery environments, especially within active, operating stores.

• Experience in managing construction for multi-site rollouts or program-based initiatives.

• Comprehensive understanding of commercial HVAC systems, refrigeration systems (rack systems, cases, walk-ins), and controls/EMS.

• Proficient in using construction management platforms such as Procore, Smartsheet, Buildertrend, or similar tools.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Life

• Disability insurances

• Flexible paid time off

• Paid holidays

• Sick time

• Matching 401K plan