Assistant Project Manager (Industrial Refrigeration)

Put your engineering skills and previous internship experience to good use in this exciting Industrial Refrigeration construction project management position at ColonialWebb. Don't miss this COOL opportunity to grow YOUR career.

Position Details:

• Entry Level, construction project management
• Location: Norfolk, VA.

What you’ll do

• Responsibility for providing project level oversight for industrial refrigeration construction projects, including, but not limited to: Customer relations, project quality, progress, contract and job cost management, planning and forecasting.
• Act as primary business manager for ColonialWebb Industrial Refrigeration construction projects.
• Primary responsibility for redemption of equipment, material and subcontractor estimates.  Secondary responsibility for labor and other costs.
• Purchasing responsibility for the majority of non-commodity items, as well as the release thereof.
• Responsible for submittal, operations and maintenance and closeout process.
• Negotiation and pricing of all change orders.
• Development of the initial schedule for CW work on the project.
• Responsible for submission of RFIs and review of responses to determine scope impact.
• Interface with engineering and detailing department to providing required detailing information, resolve conflicts, and discuss ideas to increase project profitability
• Planning and coordinating with Construction Manager on requirements of the projects as they relate to schedule, sequence, production and quality.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with the customer.
• Interpretation of project specification and decision making for choices relating to equipment and materials.

What you will Learn!

• Experience in the exciting and fast paced environment of construction project management
• Knowledge of industrial refrigeration piping systems and equipment associated with ammonia refrigeration systems for food distribution centers, cold storage, and food processing facilities
• Understanding of food processing, bottling, baking, warehousing and other industries associated with production, storage, packaging and distribution of food products
• Knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of building materials, engineering standards and codes.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Possess a valid driver’s license and willing to travel 30% of time (15% overnight travel).
• Knowledge and interest of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, accounting, cost forecasting, resource allocation, and coordination of people and resources.
• Client management skills; ability to manage customer relationships, perceptions and expectations
• Production management skills; ability to visualize, plan, and execute to achieve budgeted goals
• Ability to deal diplomatically with internal and external customers at various levels within an organization—i.e., owners, GC’s, subcontractors, engineers, superintendents, draftsmen, etc.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency interfacing with technology, including knowledge and experience using Microsoft Excel for cost estimating and engineering functions.
• Capable of maintaining a high energy level to handle a dynamic, fast-paced workload
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision

What we’ll offer you

• Competitive salary.
• Vehicle Allowance
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match
• Medical, dental, vision, and Rx drug insurance
• Life and accidental death insurance
• Short and Long-Term disability insurance
• Paid holidays, Personal leave, and Bereavement Leave
• Opportunities for career growth, training, and development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral incentives
• Scholarship program for employees’ children
• Discounts at major cell phone and auto companies.

Who we are

ColonialWebb is a Mid-Atlantic leader of superior engineering, construction, installation and service of mechanical systems. For over 40 years we have provided practical and innovative mechanical solutions.  As a Comfort Systems USA company, we are strengthened by a nationwide network of mechanical contractors and prepared to build, service, or retrofit any commercial or industrial mechanical, HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, water solution, or process piping system. 

We are experts in refrigeration repair, refrigeration cooling equipment, refrigeration compressors, ammonia refrigeration and refrigeration equipment supply and maintenance contracts for commercial and industrial systems. We help our customers feed the world.

How to Apply

Apply online at www.ColonialWebb.com/careers. EOE M/W/Disability/Vets