Automation Project Manager

EMCOR Group; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401(k) Savings Plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Mesa Energy Systems, Inc. in California is seeking a Senior Project Manager to plan, organize, and direct HVAC, controls and retrofit contracts. You will oversee budgets, schedules, safety, and client relations, ensuring on-time delivery.

This role requires a engineering degree or construction background and 5+ years in HVAC/controls project management. Strong leadership, communication, and coordination skills are essential for coordinating multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction background.
• 5+ years of HVAC, Controls, and Plumbing Project Management.
• Experience managing large retrofit projects preferred.
• Knowledge of proposals, scopes of work, and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Fully responsible for the successful completion of projects.
• Forecasts and monitors project finances and contract compliance.
• Manages overall contract operations including meetings, staffing, and change orders.
• Ensures safety program adherence and proper training.
• Maintains records and communicates with owner, architects, engineers.

Skills

HVAC Project Mgmt

Controls & Plumbing

Large retrofit projects

Proposal writing

Scheduling coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Background in construction

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

We are a full-service HVAC, building automation, chiller, and retrofit contractor with a reputation for combining high-quality consulting services with customized energy solutions. Our integrated, single-source solutions include turnkey in-house capabilities with design assistance, as well as engineering applications and automated control systems.

Job Summary

The position involves planning, organizing, coordinating, directing, and controlling contract functions for mechanical and automation projects.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Fully responsible for the successful completion of all aspects of the project.
• Prepares monthly financial forecasts and updates. Ensures that the contract is managed in a manner that meets all contractual requirements and financial goals.
• Manages the overall operations of the contract, including coordination of turnover meetings, scope of work, construction schedule, customer relations, job cost management, cost control of project, purchasing guidelines, project staffing, schedule of values, change order management, value decisions, scope management, attendance at project meetings, compliance of project specifications, foreman coordination of project, and the performance of daily operations.
• Evaluate and ensure the efficient operation of the project, controlling operational expenses at a minimum level consistent with sound industry practices and contractual requirements.
• Provides administrative and technical direction and supervision to staff in completing work assignments.
• Discuss, plan, and delegate major project assignments to supervisory staff; determine building and maintenance priorities that are of significant scope.
• In consultation with the branch manager, make recommendations concerning the hiring, promotion, and termination of field staff.
• Advise, discuss, and inform Client Staff members on construction matters and problem areas.
• Advises project coordinator to purchase materials, consumable supplies, rentals, and services.
• Maintains liaison with owner, architects, engineers, and contractors/ subcontractors engaged in new or renovation projects.
• Maintains sufficient records, files, controls, and procedures to ensure management and work production.
• Enforces safety program and coordinates with Safety Director to ensure field forces receive proper training and site safety practices and procedures are followed.
• Provides adequate and complete information to administration staff to ensure proper processing of all project correspondence, records, reports, etc., is complete and timely submitted, and proper document control is maintained.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a background in construction
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience in HVAC, Controls, and Plumbing Project Management.
• 5+ years of mechanical/controls experience managing large retrofit projects is preferred.
• Knowledge of submitting written proposals, scopes of work, scheduling, and coordinating site contractors and other assigned personnel; a thorough understanding of construction schedules and operations and the ability to meet demanding customer requirements.
• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, direct, and control all aspects of a new or renovation project.
• Ability to work with the customer to find mutually satisfactory solutions to difficult issues.
• Skilled in collaborating with management systems, as well as diverse groups of professionals, administrators, and industry personnel.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Products such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as capable of learning and managing internal proprietary systems, LMS systems, and other multimedia programs as required.
• Demonstrated skill at developing and nurturing client relationships.
• Excellent communication skills - verbal and written.
• Skilled in organizing and leading groups of people
• Capable of working independently or as part of a team and adapting to changing priorities.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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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Geographic Disclosure

Compensation Range: $130,000 - $160,000 per year

Benefits: We are committed to providing employees a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program.

Job Locations

US-CA-San Leandro

ID

2026-52398

Company

Mesa Energy Systems, Inc.

Category

Operations Services

Position Type

Full-Time

Location Type

Onsite

Posted Date

2 weeks ago (9/10/2026 7:26 PM)