BAS / Controls Assistant Project Manager

SmartTech Contracting LLC; United States; Remote; USD 79,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental & Vision

401k with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Smart Tech Contracting is hiring a BAS / Controls Assistant Project Manager for remote work across the United States. You will support project teams, coordinate RFIs, schedules, and budgets, and ensure compliance with owner requirements on commercial and mission-critical projects.

Ideal candidates combine construction experience with proficiency in MS Project, Procore, and MS Office. Strong communication, organization, and teamwork are essential to succeed in a high-stakes, client-focused

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent construction experience required.
• Knowledge of MS Project and Procore essential.
• Strong organizational and communication skills for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project initiation, RFIs and submittals.
• Forecast resources and materials; assist with scheduling.
• Develop and monitor construction schedules with the team.
• Lead meetings with agendas and notes; ensure on-time deliverables.
• Assist with cost/time estimates and project closeout.

Skills

Project coordination

Remote work

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Education

B.A./B.S. degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Project

Procore

MS Office Suite

Teams

Job description

Smart Tech Contracting delivers turnkey BAS & EPMS solutions for mission-critical colocation and hyperscale data centers operating at national program scale. As a Master Systems Integrator (MSI), we unify controls construction (DDC, PLC, SCADA) with software engineering, optimized graphics / UI standards, and program-level governance.

Complex integrations are delivered cleanly, consistently, and fast. Our teams thrive in high-stakes environments where quality control and uptime matters, schedules are compressed, and coordination is everything.

Join us and be part of a team where your voice matters, your work makes an impact, and your growth is a shared priority.

POSITION LOCATION:

Remote - work virtually from anywhere in the United States

JOB SUMMARY

The BAS / Controls Assistant Project Manager is responsible for supporting all aspects of a project. This person will work as part of the project team and interact closely with the owner, designers, contractors, subcontractors and other trades on projects in commercial and mission critical environments.

The role may assist with the permitting process, evaluating bid proposals, developing construction master plans and schedules, performing site inspections, facilitating communication and ensures compliance with owner’s requirements, applicable laws, and specifications.

The BAS / Controls Assistant Project Manager will receive general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments. May work independently or under immediate supervision. May serve as lead on routine projects of limited scope.

The BAS / Controls Assistant Project Manager will communicate and operate in line with organizational and client goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.

This person will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Project Coordination (75%)

• Assist with project management elements of construction and design projects including project initiation, kickoff, RFIs and submittals
• Assist with coordination and support resource and material forecasting
• Assist with development, managing and monitoring schedule
• Participate in and assist in scheduling project meetings, including agendas and notes
• Assist in cost and time schedules for proposed work with the aid of team leaders
• Assign and schedule duties to project team members

Administrative (25%)

• Assist in the preparation of proposals, presentations and the overall marketing efforts of the department
• Assist in project contract administration
• Assist with project closeout
• Assist with internal budgeting and pipeline tools
• Manage personal and project hours using company tools
• Create / complete project and departmental reports

Completion of assigned tasks and deliverables on time and on budget

Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL FOR ALL THE FOLLOWING)

• Knowledge of project management software including MS Project and Procore
• Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
• Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
• Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
• Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
• Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation
• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
• Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others
• Ability to work successfully in a remote environment through effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
• Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of

this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential

functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is

• Frequently required to remain in a stationary position
• Frequently moving through offices, facility and other environments
• On occasion the employee may move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Approximately 10% travel, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states
• Effective May 7, 2025, and in accordance with U.S. federal regulations for domestic air travel, a valid REAL ID (or an acceptable alternative, such as a passport) is required for travel associated with this position
• Travel may involve transportation by car or plane depending on the destination and nature of the business need
• Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meetings for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• B.A. / B.S. degree, or equivalent in-field construction experience

OR

• Two years of additional experience in related field in lieu of degree

PLUS

• Minimum of three years of experience in related field

BENEFITS

Smart Tech Contracting offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
• Dental and vision plans
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
• 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
• Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment

CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC residents only: In accordance with CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC law, the range provided is STC's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location.

Smart Tech Contracting is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce.

Are you ready to challenge yourself and redefine standards in the AEC industry?

78,750 - 95,812.50 USD per year (Remote (United States))