Project Manager - ControlsPosition OverviewAs a Project Manager - Controls, you'll lead the execution of commercial building automation, controls systems, and integrated mechanical projects, managing teams of controls technicians to deliver exceptional quality, safety, and customer service. You'll collaborate closely with upper management and cross-functional teams to align on company goals, proactively manage risks and opportunities, track budgets, and drive profitability while ensuring projects meet scope, schedule, and performance standards. Our people-first culture empowers your leadership with professional development, mentorship, and the opportunity to mentor technicians and contribute to high-performance, sustainable controls solutions that enhance building efficiency nationwide at any of our operating companies.
Duties and Responsibilities- Lead and manage a team of controls technicians to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards.
- Develop workable solutions with leadership to proactively identify and resolve potential issues before they impact project success.
- Function as the primary communication conduit between the controls department, internal teams, and external clients/subcontractors.
- Study bid documents, drawings, and specifications to identify risks, opportunities, omissions, and value engineering possibilities; develop realistic schedules and budgets.
- Work with preconstruction, operations, and other departments to ensure project goals, milestones, and profitability targets are met.
- Review subcontractor scopes and identify potential risks or omissions; coordinate procurement of materials, equipment, and supplies per company standards.
- Track project budgets, costs, labor productivity, and forecasts; identify variances, pitfalls, or profit-enhancing opportunities and implement corrective actions.
- Promote open communication among project teams, clients, engineers, and subcontractors; organize and attend coordination meetings and site reviews.
- Maintain detailed documentation of scope changes, execution decisions, costs, and client communications.
- Ensure strict adherence to budgetary guidelines, quality standards, safety requirements, company policies, and contractual obligations.
- Oversee project closeout, including startup/commissioning coordination, punch lists, as-builts, and warranty support.
- Mentor and develop controls team members, setting objectives, providing guidance, and contributing to performance evaluations and growth.
Supervisory ResponsibilitiesYes - Direct supervision and leadership of controls technicians and related field staff on assigned projects; responsible for daily direction, performance monitoring, training/mentoring, safety compliance, and contributing to team development and evaluations.
Requirements/Qualifications- Experience: 5-10+ years of progressive experience in controls, building automation, or mechanical project management, including team leadership and managing commercial projects from startup to closeout.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred; equivalent experience with strong technical controls knowledge considered.
- Certifications/Licenses: Valid driver's license and clean driving record required; controls-related certifications (e.g., Niagara/Tridium, BACnet, or manufacturer-specific) a plus; OSHA 30-hour certification encouraged.
- Physical Demands: Primarily office-based with frequent job-site visits; ability to walk active construction sites, climb ladders/stairs, lift light materials (plans, laptop), and travel regionally/nationally as needed; standard office mobility for computer work and meetings.
- Work Environment/Safety: Professional office with hybrid options and active construction sites; exposure to varying weather, noise, dust, heights; must adhere to OSHA regulations, conduct hazard identification, and wear required PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toed boots) on sites-safety is our top priority and non-negotiable. This is a safety-sensitive position.
Required Skills- Strong project management (scheduling, budgeting, risk management, change order handling, cost control).
- Leadership, team mentoring, performance management, and conflict resolution.
- Proficiency with project tools (Procore, MS Project, or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent written/verbal communication, client/stakeholder management, and relationship building.
- Technical knowledge of building controls systems (DDC, BAS, integration with HVAC/mechanical) and ability to read/interpret drawings/specifications.
- Safety and quality leadership; multitasking under pressure with urgency, initiative, and professionalism.
Pay Range: $90,000 - $130,000 per year
