Project Manager

Project Manager Fontanesi & Kann Company LLC Ferndale, MI Job Details 10 hours ago Qualifications HVAC Full Job Description Fontanesi and Kann (F&K), a subsidiary of Impact Climate Technologies (ICT), is a leading independent manufacturer's representative organization serving the HVAC industry. We partner with top-tier OEMs to deliver high-performance cooling and infrastructure solutions for data centers, life sciences, healthcare, and other demanding environments. Our strength lies in combining technical expertise with disciplined execution to support complex, high-value projects from early engagement through warranty. As part of the Impact Climate Technologies (ICT) family of companies, we are backed by a leading HVAC solutions platform serving customers across North America through 36 locations. Together, we support mission-critical environments—from data centers and healthcare to complex commercial facilities. Our work is guided by ICT's RECIPE values—Respect & Collaboration, Excellence Always, Customer Commitment, Integrity First, People-Centered Leadership, and Expertise & Innovation. These principles shape how we work with our customers, support our teams, and partner with one another every day. We take a forward-thinking approach, delivering scalable, energy-efficient, and reliable solutions while building long-term partnerships through exceptional service, technical expertise, and support. F&K is seeking a Project Manager to support the execution of large, complex projects across our growing national footprint. This role is responsible for managing projects after award, ensuring that equipment, documentation, schedules, and field activities are coordinated effectively across OEM partners, contractors, and internal teams. The Project Manager will work closely with Business Development Directors, Application Engineers, OEM partners, and affiliate sales teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and in alignment with customer expectations. This is a highly visible role that plays a critical part in protecting margins, managing risk, and ensuring customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Project Execution & Delivery Manage awarded data center projects from order entry through delivery, startup, and warranty with a high level of efficiency. Serve as the primary point of coordination between OEM partners, contractors, field sales teams, and internal engineering teams. Track project schedules, equipment lead times, and delivery milestones to ensure schedules align with construction timelines. Coordinate submittals, approvals, change orders, and documentation throughout the project lifecycle. Proactively identify risks related to schedule, scope, or supply chain constraints and work with stakeholders to mitigate issues. Support the resolution of field issues, delivery challenges, and customer escalations as they arise. OEM & Vendor Coordination Interface directly with OEM project teams to confirm order status, production schedules, and logistics. Ensure all required documentation, including submittals, drawings, startup requirements, and warranty information, is complete and accurate. Coordinate factory startup support, commissioning assistance, and service readiness as required by the project. Build and maintain strong working relationships with OEM counterparts to support long-term partnership success. Internal Collaboration Partner with Application Engineering to ensure project intent aligns with approved designs and submittals. Support Business Development Directors and sales teams during the handoff from pursuit to execution. Communicate clearly and regularly with internal stakeholders regarding project status, risks, and next steps. Assist with close-out documentation and lessons learned to improve future project execution. Process & Continuous Improvement Follow standardized project management milestone processes and tools to track project health and performance. Contribute to the development and refinement of best practices for managing large, multi-phase data center projects. Support the adoption of CRM and ERP tools and dashboards that improve visibility and coordination across teams. Qualifications 5-8 years of experience in project management within HVAC, mechanical systems, or other manufacturer's representative organizations. Experience supporting data center, commercial, healthcare, industrial, or other technically complex construction projects. Strong understanding of HVAC equipment, submittals, lead times, and construction workflows. Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities. Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail and follow-through. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Experience & Traits Prior experience working for or with an independent manufacturer's representative, OEM, mechanical contractor, or general contractor. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented organization with evolving processes. Calm, professional demeanor when handling customer and project challenges. Strong sense of ownership and accountability for outcomes.