Automation - Operations Manager

Aircond Corporation; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

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

The role requires 7–10 years in automation leadership, with a focus on process excellence, safety, and cross-team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in the automation industry with leadership responsibilities.
• Experience leading automation teams across multiple sites in a regional context is preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate day-to-day operations of the automation department across GA and AL.
• Drive a zero-injury safety culture in partnership with Safety Manager.
• Develop and monitor standardized processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Champion customer-centric service and delivery of quality automation solutions.
• Develop strategies for growth, revenue, and profitability in service and project lines.
• Establish and report KPIs, monitor performance, and take corrective actions as needed.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing team with mentorship and knowledge sharing.
• Manage resources including personnel, scheduling, budgeting, tools, and equipment.
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, project managers, and finance for seamless operations.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

Process improvement

Customer satisfaction

Growth & profitability

KPIs

Team development

Resource management

Compliance & safety

Reporting & collaboration

Market awareness

Sales support

Job description

About Us

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:
  • Less than 97% Division Drivers Score
  • 0 Recordable Injuries
• Efficient Process Implementation and Adherence:
  • Less than 85% Field Productivity
  • Greater than 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EMCOR Group and its companies are a 100% Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome Veterans, persons with disabilities, and all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or any other protected characteristic.

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