HVAC Project Developer

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025!

Daikin Applied is seeking a Project Developer . You will have the ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth along with the support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: Washingto n DC area – Field Requirements

Your Responsibilities:

Identify , qualify, and develop owner-direct turnkey, retrofit, replacement, and special project opportunities

Perform facility assessments and mechanical system evaluations to identify customer needs

Develop complete project scopes, budgets, schedules, and conceptual designs

Prepare accurate estimates, cost models, gross margin analysis, and financial forecasts

Collaborate with Account Managers to develop and present technical solutions

Lead value engineering efforts to improve constructability, lifecycle value, and profitability

Coordinate engineering, vendors, subcontractors, and self-perform field resources

Negotiate subcontractor proposals and supplier pricing

Develop execution strategies maximizing self-perform labor while utilizing subcontractors strategically

Manage multiple opportunities while maintaining accurate CRM pipeline and forecasting

Review customer contracts, identify commercial risks, and recommend mitigation strategie s

Conduct formal turnover meetings with Project Management and Operations

Support customer meetings through project kickoff and maintain high customer satisfaction

Meet annual booking, revenue, gross margin, and proposal conversion goals

Follow all company safety, quality, and compliance requirements

Your Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering , Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or equivalent HVAC/mechanical contracting experience.

8+ years of progressive experience in commercial HVAC, mechanical construction, design-build, estimating, project development, or project management.

Technical knowledge of HVAC and mechanical systems, construction practices, and project delivery methods.

Your Benefits:

Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance

401K retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off and company paid holidays

Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law

Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $107,900.00 - $183,800.00 plus a bonus incentive plan in Maryland. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied!