Associate Project Manager - Building Automation & Controls

divcon; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Divcon is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support building automation and controls projects from installation through turnover. You will coordinate field activities, maintain project documentation, and assist with budgets and schedules under supervision.

Under guidance from a Project Manager or Sr. Project Manager, you will build skills toward full project ownership while interfacing with customers and subcontractors in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in construction, project coordination, or related field (BAS, MEP, HVAC preferred).
• Experience supporting project execution, documentation, or field coordination.
• Exposure to project scheduling, subcontractor coordination, or construction processes preferred.
• Working knowledge of building automation systems, HVAC controls, or electrical systems preferred.
• Strong organizational, coordination, and time management skills.
• Effective communication skills with both internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software platforms.
• OSHA 30 certification obtained within the past two (2) years is required.
• If certification is not current or has not been completed, OSHA 30 training will be provided and must be successfully completed within the first week of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating day‑to‑day execution of BAS/controls projects to ensure alignment with engineering designs, schedules, and customer requirements.
• Manage defined scopes of work or smaller projects under supervision.
• Support development and maintenance of project schedules, including milestone tracking and updates.
• Obtain, organize, and maintain project documentation including contracts, drawings, and specifications.
• Assist in reviewing submittals and drawing packages prior to field execution.
• Maintain accurate project records in DivPro, including notes, milestones, and billing support data.
• Coordinate subcontractors and Controls Technicians for assigned project scopes.
• Support commissioning activities by tracking progress and ensuring task completion.
• Conduct site visits as needed to monitor progress and document field conditions.
• Track purchase orders, change orders, and project expenses.
• Assist in monitoring project budgets and identifying potential variances.
• Support monthly billing processes and milestone reporting for review by the Project Manager.
• Assist with review of technician timecards for alignment with project work.
• Participate in project meetings and provide updates on progress, risks, and issues.
• Support customer communication and help manage expectations on schedules and deliverables.
• Escalate project risks or issues to the Project Manager in a timely manner.

Skills

Organizational skills

Coordination

Time management

Communication

Education

OSHA 30 certification

2–3 years construction/project coordination experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Divcon is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support building automation and controls projects from installation through turnover. You will coordinate field activities, maintain project documentation, and assist with budgets and schedules under supervision.

Under guidance from a Project Manager or Sr. Project Manager, you will build skills toward full project ownership while interfacing with customers and subcontractors in a dynamic environment.