Commercial HVAC Mechanical Project Manager – Data Centers (Montgomery, AL)

About Carrier

Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.

About this role

Carrier Commercial Service is seeking a highly skilled Project Manager to oversee commercial mechanical focused on data centers. This role is responsible for the startup, commissioning, and warranty management of Carrier air- and water-cooled chillers. The Project Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, commissioning authorities, general contractors, and subcontractors.

The job site is located in Montgomery, Alabama. However, travel from a nearby regional home location is acceptable—for example, Birmingham, AL; Atlanta, GA; Jackson, MS; Nashville, TN; etc. Please note that extensive travel, with several months spent on-site at the project jobsite, is required if the employee is not located in Birmingham.

Key Responsibilities

Project Execution & Management

• Lead startup, commissioning, and warranty processes for Carrier air- and water-cooled chillers in newly constructed data centers.

• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, ensuring schedules and budgets are met.

• Track and review key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor project success.

• Conduct work in progress meetings with stakeholders, addressing design, material delivery, and labor schedules.

• Ensure all projects meet or exceed booked profit margin goals.

• Work with project coordination to order and track all chiller parts needing to be ordered for warranty execution.

Stakeholder & Customer Coordination

• Collaborate with sales, prime contractors, and end-users to fulfill project scope and deliverables.

• Serve as the primary liaison representing Carrier between the customer, commissioning authority (CxA), general contractor, and subcontractors, ensuring smooth communication and project progression.

• Provide professional, timely resolution for customer concerns, ensuring satisfaction with all aspects of project execution.

Technical Expertise & Compliance

• Interpret and apply mechanical, electrical, and architectural drawings to ensure compliance with design specifications.

• Ensure adherence to industry codes, standards, and project specifications.

• Working knowledge of Building Automation System (BAS) integration, ensuring proper controls functionality.

• Manage the change order process, preventing scope creep and maintaining project integrity.

Financial & Operational Oversight

• Accurately forecast monthly revenue by estimating project completion costs

• Manage project documentation, including warranty processing and factory-generated service information in collaboration with our Service Engineering team

• Maintain rigorous job safety standards across all projects.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.

• 5+ years of project management experience 

• 3+ years in mechanical installation, building automation, electrical installation, or construction

• Travel Requirement: Up to 75%, with extended stays at data center job sites nationwide.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, structural drawings, and complex MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) documents.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering OR a Master’s/MBA.