Building Automation HVAC Systems Project Manager

Siemens; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens in Rolling Meadows, IL is seeking a Project Manager to coordinate and deliver building automation projects across hospitals, universities, and industrial facilities. The role requires evaluating specifications, managing procurement, subcontractors, and ensuring safe, timely completion.

You will track resources, handle billing coordination, and ensure safety compliance. A high school diploma, HVAC experience, and MS Office/MS Project skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or state-recognized GED.
• On-the-job experience with project management in the HVAC controls industry.
• HVAC industry applications; read and understand MEP drawings and specifications, and electrical, network, and control wiring diagrams; exposure to Ethernet, Modbus, BACnet.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.
• Must be 21+ with a valid driver’s license; eligible for Siemens’ fleet vehicle program.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate project specifications, drawings, and related documents to understand project intentions; establish schedules with the team and identify installation timelines.
• Oversee procurement of supplies and materials; participate in project cost reviews for financial efficiency.
• Assist the Operations Manager in contracting subcontractors and coordinating activities to align with scope, schedules, and safety regulations.
• Conduct orientations for project technicians; provide scope of work, technical drawings, and project contacts.
• Diligently track resources and progress; document events impacting schedule/scope; pursue change orders.
• Manage project-specific billing coordination with accounting; schedule commissioning resources and ensure timely close-out documentation.

Skills

HVAC controls

Project management

Reading drawings

Networking protocols

Microsoft Office

MS Project

Driver's license

Work authorization

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Ethernet

Modbus

BACnet

Job description

**Job Family:** Buildings

**Req ID:** 528736

**Position Location:** This role supports our Rolling Meadows, IL branch location, which serves customers throughout the greater Chicago, IL area.

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We are improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places that improve people’s lives.

**Transform** **the everyday** **with us** **!**

Project Managers coordinate and deliver multiple, simultaneous building automation projects of various complexities, which contributes to creating safer environments in critical institutions such as hospitals, universities, and industrial facilities. As a Project Manager, your fiscal and managerial oversight across all project facets ensures client satisfaction, effective resource allocation, and safe, timely completion of projects.

As a Project Manager, you will:

• Evaluate project specifications, drawings, and related documents to understand project intentions, establishing comprehensive project schedules in coordination with the team while identifying crucial installation timelines
• Oversee the procurement of supplies and materials required for project completion, and actively participate in project cost reviews to ensure financial efficiency
• Assist the Operations Manager in contracting subcontractors, coordinating their activities to align with the project scope, schedules, and fiscal requirements while ensuring adherence to safety regulations
• Conduct orientations for project technicians, providing all necessary project documentation such as scope of work, technical drawings, project contacts, and application-engineered diagrams
• Diligently track project resources and progress, documenting any events impacting the schedule, scope, and overall efficiency; identify and pursue opportunities for project-specific change orders
• Manage project-specific billing coordination with the accounting team and Operations Manager, schedule commissioning resources, expedite the return of mark-ups for as-built development, and ensure timely completion of project-specific close-out documentation

You will make an impact with these qualifications:

• High School Diploma or state-recognized GED
• On-the-job experience with:
• Project management in the HVAC controls industry
• HVAC industry applications; Must be able to demonstrate the ability to read and understand MEP drawings and specifications, and electrical, network, and control wiring diagrams; prior exposure to industry-standard communication protocols such as Ethernet, Modbus, and BACnet
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project
• Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license with limited violations; must meet eligibility requirements to participate in Siemens’ fleet vehicle program
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates Degree or Bachelor of Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Degree preferred
• 5+ years project management experience in the HVAC controls industry

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**About Siemens**

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

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You’ll Benefit From

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html

The pay range for this position is $77,955 – $133,636 annually with a target incentive of 10% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Organization: Smart Infrastructure

Job Type: Full-time

Category: Engineering