5+ years of project management experience in BAS/BMS controls or related technical construction environments.
Strong knowledge of BMS platforms like Tridium Niagara and Distech Controls, including integration protocols such as BACnet and Modbus.
Experience in managing project budgets, forecasts, schedules, and overall financial performance.
Ability to read and interpret contracts, electrical drawings, and controls schematics.
Familiarity with commissioning processes and building automation infrastructure.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software.
PMP certification preferred.
Responsibilities
Manage BMS projects from contract award through closeout, ensuring client and contractual alignment.
Lead execution across project scope, procurement, and subcontractor coordination.
Collaborate with Controls Engineers to interpret system design requirements.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of BMS systems and integration protocols.
Review project scope to align with controls deliverables and commissioning.
Coordinate with technical teams for timely project execution and milestone delivery.
Bridge the gap between technical teams and clients to ensure clear communications.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions.
401k matching to help you save for retirement.
Generous paid time off including vacation, sick days, and holidays.
Paid parental leave and short-term/long-term disability coverage.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education and skill development.
Flexible hybrid work schedule to enhance work-life balance.
Full Job Description
The BMS Project Manager ensures projects stay on budget, on schedule, and within contract by managing risk, tracking financial performance, and controlling change orders. This role requires a strong understanding of Building Management Systems (BMS), controls infrastructure, and platforms such as Tridium Niagara and Distech Controls, enabling effective coordination between engineering, field technicians, subcontractors, and clients. The PM is responsible for protecting margin, preventing scope creep, and ensuring technically sound project execution from design through commissioning and closeout. This role requires extensive working knowledge of applicable hands-on technical BMS expertise and expert project management skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Technical:
Maintain working knowledge of BMS platforms and controllers, including Tridium Niagara and Distech Controls, along with common integration protocols such as BACnet and Modbus
Execute project closeout, as-built documentation, commissioning signoff, and final turnover packages
Support issue resolution by understanding common BMS troubleshooting challenges, integration risks, commissioning activities, and field constraints
Review project scope to ensure alignment with controls deliverables, programming, graphics, commissioning, and turnover requirements
Act as a bridge between technical teams and clients by translating controls concepts into clear project updates and expectations
Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and resource plans across all project phases
Project Management:
Manage BMS projects from contract award through closeout, ensuring alignment with controls design, system architecture, client requirements, and contractual commitments
Lead project execution across scope, procurement, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, commissioning, and closeout activities
Partner with Controls Engineers and Technicians to ensure accurate interpretation of sequences of operation, system design intent, and field implementation requirements
Own change order identification, pricing, and approval to ensure full scope recovery and margin protection
Track and manage project financial performance while understanding technical scope drivers such as controls hardware, integration complexity, commissioning effort, and labor utilization
Coordinate and oversee commissioning activities, system checkouts, and point-to-point testing performed by engineering and field teams
Communicate project status, risks, financial performance, and escalation items to clients, contractors, and internal leadership
Coordinate with technicians, subcontractors, engineering, and procurement teams to ensure timely execution and delivery of project milestones
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
5+ years of project management experience in BAS/BMS Controls, Building Automation, low-voltage systems, or related technical construction environments
Demonstrates working knowledge of BMS platforms (e.g., Tridium Niagara, Distech Controls), controls architecture, and common integration protocols (BACnet, Modbus)
Experience managing project budgets, forecasts, schedules, and overall financial performance
Proven ability to read and interpret contracts, electrical drawings, control schematics, construction documents, and technical project plans
Familiarity with commissioning processes, controls networks, and building automation infrastructure
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software
Preferred Qualifications:
PMP certification preferred
N4 Certification
Working experience in Data Center environment
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work environment:
Hybrid role across office and field environments supporting active construction, retrofit, and mission-critical projects
Physical requirements:
Sitting, standing, and walking active jobsites
Ability to review field conditions and coordinate with site teams
Ability to navigate construction environments while complying with site safety requirements
Schedule expectations:
Standard working hours with project-driven variability
Travel required based on project portfolio
$130,000 - $145,000 a year
Controls employees have two bonus opportunities in addition to the salary range listed above. Both are discretionary and tied to performance with estimated payouts calculated on a percentage of base salary.
Note: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.
What else can we offer you?
We offer a fantastic lineup of benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, 401k Matching, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Short Term & Long Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, and a flexible hybrid work schedule (for office-based employees). Working at Mantis also brings tremendous professional development opportunities that allow you to make a real impact on both the company and your career!
