At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage refrigeration projects from start to finish, ensuring quality and compliance.
- Company: Join SK Heating and Cooling, a leader in refrigeration solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company vehicle, extra holiday, and life assurance.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Take ownership of exciting projects and make a real impact in a growing business.
- Qualifications: Experience in refrigeration systems and strong project management skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Location - Gloucestershire and surrounding areas (site‑based with travel)
SK Heating and Cooling Ltd is a leading specialist in Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, Mechanical Ventilation, and Heating, delivering high-quality solutions to commercial clients across Gloucestershire, SW England and SE England. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced and driven Refrigeration Project Manager to oversee installation projects while providing strong technical and commissioning oversight. This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who can manage projects from concept to completion, whilst ensuring systems are delivered, commissioned, and performing to the highest standards.
The Role
As a Refrigeration Project Manager, you will take full responsibility for the delivery of refrigeration installation projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and profitably. You will also play a key role in the technical delivery of projects, supporting commissioning, performance optimisation, and client handover. Working closely with engineers, suppliers, and clients, you will ensure consistent quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction across all projects.
Benefits
- Competitive salary £55k+
- Company vehicle or car allowance
- Additional birthday holiday
- Long service holiday rewards
- Company social events
- Life assurance
- Strong technical and operational backing
- Opportunity to play a key role in a growing specialist business
Responsibilities
Project Management
- Manage refrigeration projects (replacement system to new installation) from initial survey through to completion and handover
- Carry out site surveys, estimating, and quoting for new and existing clients
- Plan and coordinate labour, materials, and subcontractors
- Monitor project progress, costs, and profitability
- Manage variations, invoicing, and final accounts
- Attend client meetings including pre‑start and progress reviews
- Ensure all project documentation, systems, and internal processes are maintained
- Ensure projects meet required quality, safety, and compliance standards
- Handle customer communication and resolve any issues quickly and professionally
Technical & Commissioning Management
- Lead or oversee commissioning, testing, and start‑up of refrigeration systems
- Ensure systems are delivered and operating to design parameters
- Diagnose and resolve on‑site technical issues across plant and controls
- Carry out system performance checks and optimisation
- Liaise with manufacturers and design teams to ensure system performance
- Develop and support operational and maintenance procedures
- Provide technical support during handover and warranty periods
- Deliver training to clients on system use and maintenance
Commercial & Operational Responsibilities
- Ensure projects are delivered within budget and meet margin targets
- Raise and manage purchase orders and equipment procurement
- Ensure projects are invoiced accurately and promptly
- Maintain strong working relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
- Support growth of the refrigeration installation department
Skills & Qualifications Required
- Strong technical knowledge of cold rooms, refrigeration systems, and installations
- Experience managing projects from start to finish
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Strong commercial awareness and cost control
- Health & Safety awareness (SMSTS or similar preferred)
- Full UK driving licence
- Background in commissioning or technical engineering role
- Experience with system diagnostics and performance optimisation
- Knowledge of F‑Gas regulations and compliance
- Experience using project or CRM systems (e.g. Clik)
Why Join SK Heating & Cooling?
We pride ourselves on delivering responsive, technically strong refrigeration solutions for clients who value reliability and quality. Real autonomy and ownership of projects. A varied role combining management and technical input. Opportunity to influence standards, processes, and delivery. A key position in a growing and ambitious business.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability.
Refrigeration Project Manager employer: SK Heating and cooling
SK Heating and Cooling Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where you can take ownership of refrigeration projects from concept to completion. With competitive salaries, a supportive team culture, and opportunities for professional growth, employees enjoy a rewarding career while contributing to high-quality solutions for commercial clients across Gloucestershire and beyond. The company also values work-life balance, providing additional holiday benefits and social events that foster a strong sense of community among staff.
