Controls Project Manager 3

Description

The company makes thermal management and mission-critical building systems and offers energy efficiency and decarbonization services. Its customers include data centers, healthcare, pharmaceutical, advanced manufacturing and higher education sites, where precision and resilience matter.

The company has operated for more than 140 years and delivers through advanced technology, lifecycle services and a large field organization.

As the on-site lead for assigned HVAC controls projects, you direct construction management and execution from pre-construction planning through commissioning and closeout. You organize internal staff, subcontractors, field crews and customers so each project finishes safely, on time, within budget and per contract.

You plan and schedule the work, assign resources, control costs, handle change requests, reduce risk, check quality and keep construction records. You chair project meetings, run construction workflows, track progress against milestones and fix field problems early while keeping customers satisfied.

The role means balancing customer satisfaction with project profit while following company processes, construction best practices and project management standards.

Responsibilities

• Take HVAC controls projects from hardware design and system programming through installation, commissioning and closeout.
• Track project money, including costs, billings, collections, cash flow and gross margin.
• Direct the daily work of subcontractors, electrical installers, technicians, designers and admin support.
• Review contract scope, field directives, bulletins and schedule changes, and pursue change orders for added work.
• Choose materials, place orders, compare vendor pricing, check availability and confirm delivery dates.
• Keep customers informed at every phase and help build lasting relationships.
• Oversee loading, device checks, system checkout and commissioning of controllers and related equipment.
• Confirm the full system works, resolve problems and make sure the final installation meets project requirements.
• Produce accurate as-built records, commissioning documentation, manuals and warranty paperwork.
• Train owners and operators on how to use the system at their site.
• Attend progress meetings, report status and forecast revenue, cost and margin when required.
• Make sure work meets applicable safety standards and legal requirements.
• Take accountability for each project, its safety and its integrity, and deliver to the required standard.
• Stay close to the jobsite and the customer, handle communication, solve issues quickly and clear barriers to progress.
• Plan carefully and follow through so scope, schedule, cost and quality stay aligned from start to finish.
• Escalate risks and changes early and document them accurately.
• Work with customers, subcontractors, vendors and colleagues as one team.
• Explain technical details clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Coach and mentor crew members and provide technical guidance when needed.
• Follow company standards for installation, commissioning and field execution.

Requirements

• Minimum qualifications: an associate degree in Construction Management, Engineering Technology, HVAC Technology, Building Automation Systems or a related field, plus at least four years managing, coordinating or executing HVAC, building automation, controls or commercial construction projects.
• Preferred qualifications: a bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Engineering Technology, Building Automation Systems, HVAC Technology or a related discipline, with proven experience in project management, construction administration and field operations leadership.
• Hands-on work designing, installing, starting up, commissioning and handing over digital HVAC or building automation control systems.
• Solid HVAC controls knowledge, including control theory, HVAC equipment operation and building automation systems (BAS).
• Construction management experience covering planning, scheduling, resource coordination, subcontractor oversight and field supervision.
• Working knowledge of construction processes, contract administration, project documentation, change orders, requests for information (RFIs), submittal reviews and closeout.
• Ability to read construction drawings, specifications, control schematics, sequences of operation and project schedules.
• Understanding of project accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cost control, earned value and financial management.
• Knowledge of construction safety rules, jobsite coordination, risk management, quality control and applicable industry standards.
• Commitment to high standards of safety, professionalism, ethics and customer satisfaction.
• Experience managing scope, labor productivity, procurement and profitability while delivering good customer outcomes.
• Customer-facing background with strong organization, leadership and relationship skills, and a record of leading projects through every phase.
• Clear verbal and written communication, including explaining technical topics to non-technical stakeholders, customers, contractors and team members.
• Ability to work independently across multiple projects, priorities, deadlines and competing stakeholder needs.
• Proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Excel, project management software, scheduling tools and other business applications.

Conditions

The role is on-site at assigned project locations.

Technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence, may help screen and evaluate applicants, but human reviewers make all hiring decisions.

Benefits

• Target salary range of $89,400 to $134,250, set by education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity and market data.
• Candidates whose background goes beyond the posted range may still apply.
• Bonus plan based on individual, group and corporate performance.
• Competitive benefits package including 401(k), medical, dental and vision care.
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick time.
• On-the-job and cross-training opportunities.
• Encouraging, collaborative team environment.
• Focus on safety under a Zero Harm policy.