Project Developer – HVAC Special Service Projects

Daikin Applied Americas

Project Developer managing HVAC special service projects, covering all aspects from proposal to service operations. Join Daikin Applied, a leading HVAC company, during project scope and development phases.

Posted 4/16/2026full-timeMarietta • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $90,000 - $148,800 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

Requirements

What you’ll need

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

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

HVAC systems designHVAC controlsmechanical systems layoutcost estimationproject schedulingrisk analysissub-contractor proposal negotiationproject developmenttask generationmilestone tracking

Soft Skills

communicationproject managementteam collaborationcustomer satisfaction managementdelegationproblem-solvingrelationship managementanalytical thinkingorganizational skillsmultitasking

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineeringequivalent experience in mechanical contracting