BAS Controls Project Manager

Link Staffing; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Direct-hire employment

Job summary

LINK Staffing in Houston is seeking an experienced BAS Projects Manager to lead building automation system projects from planning through completion. This role focuses on scheduling, budgeting, resource coordination and client communication to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in BAS or HVAC controls, strong leadership and proficiency with MS Office and project-management tools.

Qualifications

• At least five years of BAS or commercial HVAC controls experience.
• Project management experience in the BAS/controls industry.
• Experience estimating BAS construction work or change orders.
• Strong leadership and customer communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage BAS projects from planning through closeout.
• Develop schedules, budgets, labor plans and material needs.
• Coordinate field technicians, subcontractors, vendors and internal teams.
• Prepare or review BAS construction estimates and change orders.
• Track costs, labor and materials; monitor financial performance.
• Lead project meetings and communicate progress.
• Support commissioning and final project closeout.

Skills

BAS knowledge

DDC controls

Project management

Leadership

Customer communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Niagara BAS

BACnet knowledge

Project-management tools

Job description

Houston, TX | Direct Hire | $110,000-$125,000+

LINK Staffing is conducting a confidential search for an experienced BAS Controls Project Manager to join an established commercial building systems organization in Houston.

This position will manage Building Automation System projects from planning and estimating through installation, commissioning and closeout. The Project Manager will be responsible for project schedules, labor planning, materials, financial performance, customer communication and coordination between field technicians, subcontractors and internal teams.

This is not a general construction Project Manager position. Direct experience with Building Automation Systems, DDC controls or commercial HVAC controls is required.

This is a direct-hire opportunity. The selected candidate will become a permanent employee of the hiring company.

What You'll Own

• Manage commercial BAS projects from initial planning through completion
• Develop project schedules, budgets, labor plans and material requirements
• Coordinate field technicians, subcontractors, vendors, customers and internal departments
• Prepare or review estimates for BAS construction projects and change-order work
• Track project costs, labor usage, materials and financial performance
• Identify technical, financial and scheduling risks before they affect project outcomes
• Lead project meetings and communicate progress clearly
• Review project drawings, specifications, control sequences and scope requirements
• Ensure equipment, materials and field resources are available when required
• Manage multiple projects and customer relationships simultaneously
• Support system commissioning, troubleshooting and final project closeout
• Maintain accurate project records and documentation
• Address field issues and coordinate corrective actionHelp ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule and within budget
• Support customer meetings and business-development activities when needed

What You Need

• At least five years of experience with Building Automation Systems, DDC controls or commercial HVAC controls
• Project management experience within the BAS or controls industry
• Experience managing project schedules, budgets, labor and materials
• Experience estimating BAS construction work or managing change orders
• Strong understanding of commercial HVAC and building control systems
• Working knowledge of electrical controls, control sequences and technical project documentation
• Ability to manage several active projects and customer relationships
• Strong leadership, organization and decision-making skills
• Excellent customer communication and relationship-management abilities
• Ability to identify and elevate project risks quickly
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project-management tools
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to Houston-area jobsites as required

Experience That Will Stand Out

Candidates do not need experience with every item listed below.

• Niagara, Tridium or another major commercial BAS platform
• BACnet and building-system integration
• Commercial chillers, boilers, air handlers and VAV systems
• Energy management and building commissioning
• Controls diagnostics and troubleshooting
• Managing larger or multi-scope BAS projects
• Responsibility for project profitability
• Labor forecasting and field-resource planning
• Coordination with mechanical, electrical and general contractors
• Supporting BAS sales or account-management activities
• Mentoring technicians or developing junior project leaders

Who May Be a Good Fit

This opportunity may be a strong match if you are currently working as a:

• BAS Project Manager
• Building Automation Project Manager
• Controls Project Manager
• Senior BAS Technician with project leadership experience
• Controls Engineer with project-management responsibilities
• Assistant BAS Project Manager ready for broader responsibility

Compensation and Benefits

• $110,000-$125,000+, based on BAS project-management experience
• Additional flexibility may be available for exceptional candidates
• Direct-hire employment
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan options
• Long-term growth within a commercial building systems organization