BAS Controls Assistant Project Manager

Vertical Mechanical Group Inc; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company‑匹

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Experience building automation and BAS

Job summary

Vertical Mechanical Group is seeking an Assistant Controls Project Manager to support BAS and HVAC controls projects planning, coordination, and execution. You will work with project managers, field technicians, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery and adherence to project requirements.

The role requires foundational BAS understanding, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to read mechanical drawings. Travel to DMV area sites is expected.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in building automation, HVAC controls, mechanical contracting, or related coordination.
• Foundational BAS or HVAC controls understanding.
• Familiarity with commercial construction processes.
• Ability to read/interpet mechanical drawings and construction documents.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems and HVAC equipment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and with project teams.
• Willingness to learn project management in building automation.
• Ability to travel to DMV project sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, coordination, and execution of building automation and HVAC controls projects.
• Support project scheduling, budgeting, tracking, and coordination.
• Coordinate with field techs, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Assist with documentation, change orders, purchase orders, invoicing, and financial tracking.
• Monitor schedules, milestones, and deadlines for timely completion.
• Review drawings, controls diagrams, specs, and documents.
• Assist with equipment procurement, material deliveries, and field resource coordination.
• Track project progress and communicate updates and delays to PMs.
• Participate in project meetings and maintain project records.
• Support coordination of controls installation, programming, testing, and commissioning.
• Assist with closeout documentation and deliverables.
• Maintain communication with customers, GCs, and stakeholders.
• Support safety compliance, quality, and project specs.

Skills

Building automation basics

Project coordination

Reading drawings

Electrical fundamentals

Communication skills

Organization

Problem solving

MS Office

Independence

Travel readiness

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

DDC familiarity

BAS platforms (Siemens, Johnson Controls, Honeywell, Tridium Niagara)

Field coordination tools

Job description

Vertical Mechanical Group is seeking an Assistant Controls Project Manager to support BAS and HVAC controls projects planning, coordination, and execution. You will work with project managers, field technicians, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery and adherence to project requirements.

The role requires foundational BAS understanding, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to read mechanical drawings. Travel to DMV area sites is expected.