Senior Project manager

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Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions is committed to creating solutions that matter for people and our planet for generations to come. From the beginning, we've led in inventing new technologies and entirely new industries. Today, we continue to lead because we have a world-class, diverse workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do.

The role

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of major mission-critical HVAC projects, with a primary focus on the delivery, installation coordination and commissioning of large-scale chiller systems within data centre environments.

The role provides senior leadership across all phases of project execution, from mobilisation and equipment delivery through installation, commissioning, integrated testing, handover and defects liability support.

Working closely with customers, principal contractors, consultants, subcontractors, engineering teams and internal service operations, the Senior Project Manager will ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget and to the required technical and quality standards.

Given the regional location of the project, the role requires regular site presence and travel from Brisbane, particularly during critical delivery, installation and commissioning phases.

Key responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Project Manager with strong technical expertise, commercial acumen and proven leadership capabilities to successfully deliver complex HVAC and mechanical services projects. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment, take ownership of project outcomes and build strong relationships with customers and key stakeholders. To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of large-scale HVAC and chiller projects, ensuring successful execution from initial planning through to commissioning and handover.
• Develop and manage project execution plans, schedules, milestones, budgets and resources to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
• Oversee chiller equipment delivery, site logistics, installation readiness and coordination of major equipment across multiple project stages.
• Lead commissioning activities, coordinating technicians, engineers and subcontractors to ensure equipment meets technical specifications, quality standards and customer requirements.
• Manage project financial performance, including budgets, forecasting, cost control, contract administration, variations and profitability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and effective issue resolution.
• Provide leadership to multidisciplinary project teams and subcontractors, driving accountability, collaboration and high-performance project delivery.
• Champion workplace health and safety, quality assurance and regulatory compliance across all project activities and site operations.
• Proactively identify and manage project risks, programme delays and technical challenges, implementing mitigation strategies to maintain project milestones.
• Oversee project completion, documentation, customer handover and transition into warranty and service support, ensuring customer satisfaction and long-term relationships.

Requirements:

As a minimum you must have:

• Minimum 8 years’ project management experience within HVAC, mechanical services, construction, building services or mission-critical infrastructure.
• Proven experience delivering large-scale, technically complex projects, with strong knowledge of HVAC systems, chillers and mechanical equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project lifecycles, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, commissioning and project delivery.
• Strong commercial acumen, with experience in contract management, financial forecasting, cost control and managing project profitability.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors and site-based resources while maintaining high standards of safety, quality and compliance.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in high-pressure environments.
• Experience delivering data centre or mission-critical infrastructure projects, including chilled-water systems, BMS integration and staged commissioning, will be highly regarded.
• Relevant qualifications in Mechanical Engineering, Construction or Project Management (PMP, AIPM or equivalent) are highly desirable. A current Australian driver's licence and willingness to travel regularly to regional project sites are essential.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package + Full time opportunity
• Excellent job stability + Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Inclusive work environment + Supportive management team

Our commitment to you

Our greatest assets are the expertise, creativity and passion of our employees. We strive to provide a great place to work that attracts, develops and retains the best talent, promotes employee engagement, fosters teamwork and ultimately drives innovation for the benefit of our customers. We strive to create an environment where you feel that you belong, with diversity and inclusion as the engine to growth and innovation. We develop and deploy best-in-class programs and practices, providing enriching career opportunities, listening to employee feedback and always challenging ourselves to do better.

This is The Carrier Way.

Join us and make a difference.

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Carrier is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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