Project Manager - LG HVAC / Chiller Equipment
13 days ago
Odessa
Job DescriptionDescription: About VP Supply Corp: VP Supply Corp. is a leading wholesale distributor of HVAC, plumbing, and industrial supplies, serving contractors, engineers, and commercial customers. With a strong commitment to product expertise, customer service, and dependable inventory, VP Supply Corp. partners with customers to support successful project execution and long-term growth. Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced, on-site Project Manager to oversee the installation and commissioning of LG commercial and industrial chiller equipment and associated HVAC systems — including LG centrifugal, screw, and absorption chillers, Multi V VRF systems, and Hydro Kit / air-to-water heat pump packages. The Project Manager facilitates the project management with onsite contractor from handoff through closeout — managing schedule, subcontractors, equipment procurement direct from LG, safety, and client communication. This is a field-based role; the successful candidate will spend the majority of the workweek at active job sites overseeing crews and coordinating directly with general contractors, engineers, LG factory representatives, and end customers. Location: Odessa, TX - On-site (project field office / job site) Reports To: Commercial HVAC Division Manager Employment Type: Full-time Key Responsibilities • Manage all phases of LG chiller projects on-site., • Maintain detailed project schedules and resource plans; track progress against milestones and report variances to leadership and the client., • Coordinate delivery logistics with the manufacturer (LG) including rigging, staging, and site access planning. Facilitate any equipment material procurement and warranty filing necessary., • Participate in daily/weekly on-site coordination of foremen, technicians, and subcontractors (electrical, controls, insulation, rigging, crane)., • Review mechanical drawings, submittals, shop drawings, and equipment specifications for jobsite installation; coordinate with engineers on RFIs and field design changes., • Oversee installation quality, including pipe fitting, refrigerant line sets, glycol systems, chilled-water loop integration, and LG Multisite / BACnet controls integration with the building BMS., • Manage commissioning and startup activities in coordination with LG factory service technicians, LG Authorized Service Contractors (LGASC), and the controls contractor., • Follow job-site safety standards (OSHA 30, lockout/tagout, hot work, confined space, fall protection) and join toolbox talks., • Process RFIs, while maintaining accurate project documentation and as-builts., • Manage project closeout: punch list resolution, O&M manuals, owner training, and warranty documentation.Requirements: Qualifications: • 5+ years of project management experience in commercial or industrial HVAC, with direct experience on chiller installations or replacements., • Working knowledge of chilled-water systems: centrifugal, screw, absorption, and scroll chillers; LG Multi V VRF; cooling towers; primary/secondary pumping; and BAS/controls integration (LG MultiSITE, BACnet, Modbus)., • Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and plumbing drawings, specifications, and P&IDs., • Proven track record managing projects in the $10M–$100M range, on schedule and on budget., • Proficiency with project management and scheduling tools (Procore, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, or equivalent)., • OSHA 30 certification (or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire)., • Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to and work from job sites daily., • Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable leading meetings with owners, GCs, and trades. Preferred Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field., • PMP, LEED AP, or CEM certification., • EPA Section 608 Universal certification., • Experience with mission-critical environments (data centers, hospitals, pharmaceutical, or industrial process cooling)., • LG HVAC Academy certification or factory training on LG chiller and VRF product lines., • Experience with low-GWP refrigerant transitions (R-513A, R-1233zd, R-514A, R-32)., • Prior experience as an LG Authorized Service Contractor (LGASC) or working alongside LG factory teams on large commercial installations., • Prior experience as an LG Authorized Service Contractor (LGASC) or working alongside LG factory teams on large commercial installations., • LG Factory training certification MLV-12 Physical & Work Environment: • Work is performed primarily on active construction sites, mechanical rooms, and rooftops; exposure to weather, noise, and confined spaces., • Must be able to climb ladders, navigate scaffolding, and access equipment in tight spaces., • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods., • PPE required at all times on site (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toe boots, hi-vis vest). Compensation & Benefits: Base salary starting at $100,000, commensurate with experience, plus performance bonus, vehicle allowance or company truck, fuel card, health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off.