Project Manager

South-Town Refrigeration & Mechanical is the Midwest's premier commercial refrigeration and mechanical service contractor. Family-owned and operated since 1954, we provide customers in the Twin Cities and beyond with world-class service and equipment. Everything we do is customized for your industry, your location, and your exact needs. A family-run business with family values, South-Town prides itself on being one of the best places to work in the Midwest. That means our employees stay – some have been with us since the late 1970s and early 1980s, and it's not unusual for staff to refer family members and friends to the team.

The South-Town refrigeration construction Project Manager oversees projects from planning and design through installation and commissioning, ensuring timely and budget-conscious completion of refrigeration projects in the commercial industry.

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Perseverance / Integrity / Family / Stability / Competency

• Assist with bidding and the management of mechanical, refrigeration, piping, plumbing, and electrical systems throughout the pre-contract phase. This includes conducting job-site surveys, performing load calculations, developing system designs, selecting equipment, preparing and professionally presenting sales proposals, and securing orders.
• Act as liaison between South-Town and the customer regarding all communications, both verbal and written. This shall include periodic visits to customers, handling complaints, and assisting in collection of payments when necessary.
• The Project Manager is responsible for actively pursuing and managing all assigned leads from initial contact through resolution.
• Manage, lead, supervise, direct, and delegate appropriate tasks to both Refrigeration and Mechanical Assistant Project Managers.
• Negotiate pricing with our partners for equipment and materials needed on projects.
• Attend sales meetings, conventions, trade fairs, and engineering society activities on an as needed basis.
• Assist the estimating department with estimating piping construction jobs as needed.
• Maintain project plans, budgets, and accurate project documents.
• Develop project schedules, plan materials, and purchase orders, ensuring work is within project scope.
• Responsible for obtaining subcontractor estimates and bids, performing project buyouts, and managing subcontractors' progress against budget.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, engineers, contractors, suppliers, and internal teams, facilitating effective communication.
• Identify potential risks and implement strategies to mitigate them, while managing project change orders effectively.
• Prepare scopes of work for subcontractors on upcoming bids.
• Assist in resolving problems which may arise during construction projects.
• Review plans and specifications for completeness and prepare RFI's for additional information required.
• Monitor cost on projects for variances to the estimate and for use in preparation of bids on future projects.
• Stay abreast of current technology and construction methods to continually improve production and quality.
• Manage close out documents: As-builts, warranty letters, start-up reports, balance reports, O&M'S.
• Support Construction Field Manager to ensure all field employees adherence to our health and safety standards and policies
• Work with project construction team to conduct post-project evaluations to identify lessons learned and improve future projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Current, valid driver's license.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in mechanical (HVAC/R) project management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other business software; able to quickly learn and adapt to new digital tools and systems.
• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Collaborative team player.
• Customer service orientated.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to guide, motivate, and hold teams accountable while fostering a positive, respectful, and results-driven work environment.
• Ability to solve problems and offer viable solutions to clients.
• Experienced in conflict resolution, able to address difficult people and situations while maintaining professionalism and positive outcomes.
• Self-motivated with excellent time and project management skills.
• Skilled at balancing multiple tasks and priorities while consistently meeting deadlines in a deadline-driven environment.

• AutoCAD/Revit experience.
• Bachelor's degree in construction/project management.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing office work, attending meetings, or at customer sites.
• Required to climb ladders, stairs, and navigate work sites safely.
• Ability to stand, bend, and kneel for extended periods during site inspections.
• Comfortable with exposure to various customer environments, including noise, dust, and varying weather conditions.
• Ability to travel between multiple sites, including active construction environments, as required.
• Must lift and carry materials or tools up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Frequent use of computers, phone, and other standard office equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in person, on the phone, and in virtual meetings.
• Must have the capacity to hear and communicate clearly in both office and noisy environments.
• Expected to travel between sites as needed.

• Health Insurance with company-match HSA
• Company-paid Dental, Life, and Short-term Disability insurance
• 401k/Profit sharing
• Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Pay
• Being a valued & appreciated team member of a premier family-owned company

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