Assistant Project Manager - BAS/Controls

Fidelity Building Services Group; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off

State‑of‑the‑art technology and tools

Collaborative, team‑oriented culture

DMV region project exposure

Job summary

Smart Building Technologies, A Fidelity Company, seeks an Assistant Project Manager to drive BAS projects, coordinating schedules, budgets, vendors, and on-site teams while ensuring safety and quality.

You will learn BAS, HVAC controls, and project management best practices from seasoned PMs, growing into a PM role with hands-on mentorship and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent experience will also be considered.
• 1–3 years of experience supporting construction, mechanical, electrical, controls, or Building Automation projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with planning, coordinating, and executing Building Automation System (BAS) projects.
• Help develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and documentation.
• Coordinate material orders, deliveries, subcontractors, and project logistics.
• Communicate with customers, vendors, field technicians, and internal teams to support successful project execution.
• Attend project meetings and document meeting notes, action items, and project updates.
• Assist with tracking project costs, change orders, invoices, and purchase orders.
• Conduct occasional job site visits throughout the DMV area to monitor progress and support project coordination.
• Help ensure projects meet quality standards, safety requirements, and customer expectations.
• Support project closeout by organizing documentation, warranties, and final project deliverables.
• Learn Building Automation Systems and grow into a Project Manager role from experienced professionals.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Multitasking

Detail-oriented

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Learn Building Automation Systems

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering/CM/PM/Business

Experience considered in lieu of degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Smart Building Technologies is looking for a motivated Assistant Project Manager to help deliver innovative Building Automation System (BAS) projects that make buildings smarter, safer, and more energy efficient.

If you're organized, eager to learn, and ready to grow your career in project management, this is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced Project Managers while gaining hands‑on experience managing commercial HVAC controls and building automation projects.

What You'll Do

As an Assistant Project Manager, you'll partner with our Project Managers to ensure projects stay on schedule, within budget, and exceed customer expectations.

• Assist Project Managers with planning, coordinating, and executing Building Automation System (BAS) projects.
• Help develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and documentation.
• Coordinate material orders, deliveries, subcontractors, and project logistics.
• Communicate with customers, vendors, field technicians, and internal teams to support successful project execution.
• Attend project meetings and document meeting notes, action items, and project updates.
• Assist with tracking project costs, change orders, invoices, and purchase orders.
• Conduct occasional job site visits throughout the DMV area to monitor progress and support project coordination.
• Help ensure projects meet quality standards, safety requirements, and customer expectations.
• Support project closeout by organizing documentation, warranties, and final project deliverables.
• Learn Building Automation Systems, HVAC controls, and project management best practices from experienced industry professionals.

What We're Looking For

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent experience will also be considered.

Experience

• 1–3 years of experience supporting construction, mechanical, electrical, controls, or Building Automation projects preferred.
• Internship or coordinator experience in project management is a plus.

Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Detail‑oriented with strong problem‑solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with project management software is a plus.
• A willingness to learn Building Automation Systems and grow into a Project Manager role.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

Professional Growth

• Hands‑on mentorship from experienced Project Managers.
• Opportunities for training and industry certifications.
• Clear career path toward becoming a Project Manager.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge Building Automation technology.

Comprehensive Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• State‑of‑the‑art technology and tools
• Collaborative, team‑oriented culture
• Opportunities to work on exciting commercial projects throughout the DMV region

About Us:

As the leader in complete solutions for Building Automation Systems, Smart Building Technologies, A Fidelity Company, helps building engineers, building managers, and building owners operate with efficiency centered around Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Our specialty is reinvigorating buildings with aged and outdated systems. For buildings with old systems, we provide the most comprehensive overhaul of inefficient systems in the industry. We do this by monitoring and correcting areas of the existing system that are losing heat and energy, prior to connecting all components to a central automated control mechanism to ensure the highest level of energy efficiency.

Smart Building Technologies is the industry leader in Building Automation Systems, Energy Management Systems, Facility Monitoring Services, Critical Systems Monitoring, and Smart Lighting Solutions. We utilize Open Protocol Technologies to integrate all systems and manufacturers, meaning that existing equipment can be integrated into an established Building Automation System.