Daikin Applied Americas · 14 hours ago
Project Developer - HVAC Special Service Projects
Daikin Applied Americas is the world's largest HVAC company, recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025. They are seeking a Project Developer to support the turnkey acquisition process from concept development to turnover to Service Operation, ensuring customer satisfaction and project efficiency.
Consumer GoodsElectronics"Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)"Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Develop all aspects of the scope, project development schedule, and costs for the customer proposal
Work with sales team, customers, and project manager to help scope, estimate, and sell the project
Create, analyze, and negotiate sub-contractor proposals to ensure all customer contract proposal aspects will be met
Consult with project management staff to outline work plan and delegate duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority
Review and analyze status reports prepared by project personnel and modify schedules or plans as required including generating tasks, estimates, dependencies, and/or milestones during project development
Create cost estimates for HVAC piping and sheet metal improvements
Create project scheduling using MS Project, MS Excel, or other tools needed to ensure project development milestones and deadlines are met
Work with the sales and fulfillment teams to plan and conduct client, project, and internal meetings to ensure clear communication
Analyze and select system types and create conceptual designs for HVAC systems
Balance and manage multiple projects in development with multiple sub-contractors and complete project development within initial scope, schedule, and budget
Develop and maintain subcontracting partner relationships
Follow and implement all safety and policy compliances to ensure a safe and satisfying work environment
Create and maintain the accuracy of the forecasted cost, time, and customer satisfaction at completion of project development phase
Maintain customer satisfaction by investigating concerns, implementing corrective action, and communicating with customers and assigned staff
Examine and review contracts and estimates by performing risk analysis and developing risk plans
Transition to Service Operations when sales have been finalized
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field or equivalent experience
8+ years of progressive experience in mechanical contracting
Mechanical systems layout and design experience
HVAC systems and controls experience
Benefits
Non-logoed company vehicle with most expenses paid
Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
401K retirement plan with employer match
Paid time off and company paid holidays
Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law
Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service
Company
Daikin Applied Americas
Daikin Applied delivers superior air quality and energy efficiency to every solution with innovation in advanced technology, IoT, and next generation compressors.
Funding
Current Stage
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