Automation - Operations Manager

EMCOR Services Aircond; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

EMCOR Services Aircond in Atlanta, GA is seeking an Automation - Operations Manager to lead the automation department across Georgia and Alabama. You will drive customer satisfaction, grow the department, and maximize profitability by implementing efficient processes and fostering team collaboration within controls service and project teams.

This role demands strong leadership, expertise across Schneider, Tridium Niagara, and Distech, and the ability to travel within the region to support field

Qualifications

• Must have 7–10 years of progressive automation industry experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Proven track record driving customer satisfaction, business growth, and profitability.
• Strong understanding of controls service and project-based business models in automation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate day-to-day automation dept operations across GA and AL.
• Drive a zero-injury safety culture in collaboration with Safety Manager.
• Develop and monitor standardized processes to enhance efficiency for controls service and project teams.
• Champion a customer-centric approach to ensure high satisfaction through proactive communication and solutions.
• Grow revenue and profitability in both service and project sectors; report KPIs to GM.
• Lead team development, mentorship, and annual performance evaluations; manage resources, scheduling, budgeting, and tools.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Satisfaction

Profitability Improvement

Strategic Planning

Team Building

KPI tracking

Travel willingness

Tools

Schneider

Tridium Niagara

Distech

Job description

We offer comprehensive HVAC, building automation system, facilities, and energy solutions. From design to delivery, our solutions are tailored to the specific needs of high-profile organizations in commercial buildings, data centers, industrial facilities, and other mission critical sites.

Job Summary

Job Title: Automation - Operations Manager GA/AL

Job Location: Atlanta, GA

Company Overview

EMCOR Services Aircond, a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group, Inc., is the Southeast’s largest provider of commercial and industrial heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) services. For over 85 years, Aircond has delivered comprehensive HVAC solutions to businesses, deploying expert field technicians for maintenance, repairs, and energy-efficient system replacements. Guided by three generations of family leadership and backed by the strength of EMCOR Group, Inc., a Fortune 500 company, Aircond combines deep industry expertise with a commitment to innovation and reliability. Today, we serve single and multi-site clients with a full spectrum of facility services, ranging from HVAC service to complete operations and maintenance solutions. Learn more at www.aircond.com .

Overview

The Automation - Operations Manager will lead and coordinate all automation department activities within the Georgia and Alabama divisions. This pivotal role is responsible for driving exceptional customer satisfaction, achieving significant departmental growth, and maximizing profitability. This will be accomplished through the strategic implementation and continuous monitoring of efficient processes, the promotion of operational excellence, and the cultivation of strong team synergy across both the controls service and project business lines within the assigned region.

Responsibilities

• Leadership and Coordination: Direct and coordinate the day-to-day operations of the automation department across the Georgia and Alabama divisions.
• Drive a zero-injury safety culture: Take ownership in driving a zero-injury safety culture. Work closely with the Safety Manager to promote team safety and ensure accident-free driving.
• Strategic Implementation: Develop, implement, and monitor standardized processes and best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within both the controls service and project teams.
• Customer Satisfaction: Champion a customer-centric approach, ensuring high levels of satisfaction through proactive communication, effective problem-solving, and the delivery of quality services and solutions through our core values.
• Growth and Profitability: Develop and execute strategies to drive departmental growth, increase revenue, and improve profitability in both service and project sectors.
• Performance Management: Establish and report key performance indicators (KPIs), track performance metrics, and implement corrective actions as needed to ensure departmental goals are met.
• Team Development and Synergy: Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment, promoting open communication, knowledge sharing, mentorship, and mutual support in the controls service and project teams.
• Team Growth and Mentoring: Conduct annual performance evaluations to facilitate development and maintain records of skill level, training, and salary level.
• Resource Management: Effectively manage departmental resources, including personnel, scheduling, forecasting, budgeting, tools, training, and equipment, to optimize efficiency and achieve financial targets.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure adherence to all company policies, industry regulations, and safety standards.
• Reporting and Analysis: Prepare regular reports on departmental performance, including customer satisfaction, growth metrics, and profitability, and present findings to the General Manager.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, such as sales, engineering, mechanical, project managers, and finance, to ensure seamless integration and alignment of business objectives.
• Market Awareness: Stay informed about industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies in the automation sector within the region.
• Sales Support: Work with the sales team to propose projects, maintenance, and service opportunities through scope and estimate reviews, site inspections, and customer meetings.

Key Performance Indicators

• Safety:
• 0 Recordable Injuries
• Efficient Process Implementation and Adherence:
• > 6-Month Project Backlog Burn Rate
• Overall Departmental Profitability (Growth in Revenue/Profitability):
  • Projects Revenue: Annual Budget (30% Margin)
  • Service Revenue: Annual Budget (30% Margin)

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in multiple control manufacturer systems and have some training or certifications, including Schneider, Tridium Niagara, & Distech.
• Will be required to perform the physical duties of a technician to assist with complex jobs in the field.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in the automation industry, with demonstrated leadership responsibilities.
• Proven track record of driving customer satisfaction, achieving business growth, and improving profitability.
• Strong understanding of the controls service and project-based business models within the automation sector.
• Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to utilize company business systems to track and monitor key metrics.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Must be willing to travel within the Georgia and Alabama divisions as needed.

Why Join Us?

At EMCOR Services Aircond, you’ll be part of a team that values integrity, safety, empowerment, teamwork, and continuous improvement. We offer careers where good work is valued, respected, and rewarded and you will have the ability to make a meaningful impact in a growing organization.

Physical Demands

This position involves tasks that may require climbing ladders, lifting and carrying items weighing over 50 pounds, identifying wire colors for electrical work, and working in confined or elevated spaces. The role may also include exposure to seasonal temperature variations, dust, dirt, allergens, and refrigerants. Employees may be required to work in tight or enclosed areas. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required at all times to ensure safety.

Work Environment

This position works in a typical office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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Notice to Prospective Employees

There have been fraudulent postings and emails regarding job openings. EMCOR Group and its companies list open positions here . Please check our available positions to confirm that a post or email is genuine. EMCOR Group and its companies do not reach out to individuals to help with marketing or other similar services. If an individual is contacted for services outside of EMCOR’s normal application process – it is probably fraudulent.