Scientific Project Manager

Starting Salary: $103,000 annually, with potential adjustments based on experience, education, and qualifications.
Bonus: Eligible for an annual performance bonus of 5–10%, depending on experience level.

Location: New Albany, MS – Required with relocation assistance if needed
Department: Customer Experience
Reports To: Director, Scientific Customer Experience

Position Summary

The Scientific Project Manager is responsible for coordinating scientific refrigeration projects from customer interest to quoting to order acceptance through installation and project completion. This role serves as the primary liaison between sales, engineering, manufacturing, installation, technical support teams, contractors, and customers to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and according to specification.

The ideal candidate has experience managing construction or equipment installation projects, coordinating multiple stakeholders, and driving execution in environments involving custom equipment, site preparation, and contractor coordination.

This position supports the continued growth of RSG’s Scientific refrigeration division, ensuring a seamless transition from quoting through installation and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

Project Coordination

Help sales and the customer in project scoping prior to quoting and taking the order
Manage assigned projects from order release through installation and completion
Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, and deliverables
Coordinate project activities across sales, engineering, quoting, manufacturing, and customer experience teams
Monitor project progress and proactively resolve issues that may impact schedule, scope, or customer expectations

Construction & Installation Coordination

Coordinate installation readiness and project execution for scientific refrigeration systems
When installation services are included in the project scope, collaborate with RSG’s Installation team to align equipment delivery, site readiness, and installation scheduling
Work with installation process owners to ensure project requirements, drawings, and site conditions are clearly communicated
Monitor installation progress and escalate risks that may impact schedule or project outcomes

Customer & Stakeholder Communication

Serve as a primary point of contact for customers, contractors, and internal teams
Provide project updates and coordinate responses to project-related questions
Maintain clear documentation and communication throughout the project lifecycle

Project Documentation & Risk Management

Coordinate project documentation, drawings, and submittals required for project execution
Support contract review and scope clarification when needed
Identify and escalate risks related to schedule, site readiness, or project scope

Required Qualifications

5+ years of project management experience supporting construction, refrigeration, mechanical systems, laboratory equipment, or equipment installation projects
Experience coordinating projects involving multiple stakeholders and technical equipment
Strong organizational, scheduling, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification -required
Experience with laboratory equipment, refrigeration systems, or mechanical construction projects
Familiarity with construction documentation, submittals, and change order processes

Relevant Project Experience (Strongly Preferred)

Candidates should have experience managing projects involving one or more of the following:

Mechanical equipment installations
Refrigeration or HVAC systems
Laboratory or scientific equipment installations
Food service or cold storage equipment projects
Construction coordination with contractors and installers
Site readiness, equipment delivery, and installation scheduling

RSG is an EEO employer as defined by the EEOC.

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