Job Description

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.

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.