BMS/EPMS Project Manager

Comfort Systems USA; Windsor (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

401k plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

A leading building services company is seeking a BMS/EPMS Project Manager to oversee project delivery involving design and installation of building automation systems. Responsibilities include project planning, stakeholder management, and financial oversight. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience, strong technical knowledge of BMS platforms and HVAC, and a Bachelor's degree in Engineering. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of project management experience in construction or building services.
• Deep technical knowledge of BMS platforms and HVAC systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred; certifications advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Oversee BMS design reviews, installation, and commissioning.
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients and subcontractors.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation plans.
• Lead Factory and Site Acceptance Tests and manage project closeout.

Skills

Project management experience

Technical knowledge of BMS platforms

Leadership and communication skills

Organizational and time-management abilities

Problem-solving capabilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

PMP or PRINCE2 certification

BMS-specific certifications

Tools

MS Project

MS Office Suite

BMS software tools

Job description

Amteck is hiring for a BMS/EPMS Project Manager. This position reports to our Vice President of Electrical Service.

A BMS (Building Management System) Project Manager is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of projects involving design, installation, integration, commissioning, and handover of building automation systems. This role ensures projects completed on time, within budget, and to quality and safety standards while managing technical aspects and coordinating numerous stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Execution: Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables. Develop and manage detailed project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Technical Oversight: Oversee BMS design reviews, installation, and commissioning, ensuring compliance with specifications and building codes. Ensure integration of BMS with HVAC, lighting, security, electrical, and fire systems.
• Stakeholder & Vendor Management: Serve as primary point of contact for clients, general contractors, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers. Manage vendor selection, contract negotiations, and lead project coordination meetings.
• Risk & Quality Management: Identify project risks and implement mitigation plans. Ensure all works comply with safety regulations and quality assurance standards.
• Testing & Handover: Lead Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and integrated systems testing (IST). Manage project closeout process, ensuring all documentation (as-built drawings, operation manuals) is completed and systems handed over to operations teams.
• Financial Management: Oversee project financials, including cost control, forecasting, margin analysis, tracking change orders (variation orders), and assist with billing and payments.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience: 3-5+ years of project management experience in construction or building services, with a strong background in BMS and control systems. Experience in mission‑critical facilities like data centers is a plus.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep technical knowledge of BMS platforms (Trend, Tridium, Siemens, Honeywell, Johnson Controls Metasys), HVAC systems, control logic, and integration protocols (BACnet, Modbus).
• Education/Certifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Controls) preferred. PMP, PRINCE2, or BMS‑specific certifications (BCIA) advantageous.
• Soft Skills
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Strong organizational and time‑management abilities with high attention to detail.
  • Effective problem‑solving and critical‑thinking capabilities.
  • Adaptability and the ability to work under pressure in fast‑paced environments.

Other Requirements

• Proficiency in project management software (MS Project), MS Office Suite, and BMS software tools.
• Knowledge of construction safety regulations (OSHA, CSCS certification).
• Willingness to travel to various construction sites as needed.

Skills

A BMS Project Manager requires a blend of core project management competencies and deep technical knowledge specific to building automation and mechanical systems. The key technical skills are:

Core Systems and Hardware Knowledge

• HVAC, Electrical, and Mechanical Systems: Strong understanding of HVAC systems and mechanical building equipment, including actuators, sensors, valves, and dampers.
• DDC (Direct Digital Control) and Control Logic: Expertise in DDC technology, control strategies, sequences of operation, and the ability to design or review control logic.
• System Components: Knowledge of input/output devices, controllers, user interfaces, and communication networks.
• Building Codes and Standards: Familiarity with relevant building codes, safety regulations (OSHA), and industry standards.

Besides a family‑oriented work atmosphere, we are proud to offer you a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, 401k, paid vacation and holidays, short‑term and long‑term disability, life insurance, and other benefits.