Building Automation Project Coordinator — Path to PM

divcon; Montana; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Divcon, headquartered in Dallas, TX, is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the planning, coordination, and execution of building automation and controls projects from installation through commissioning and turnover.

You will assist in developing schedules, maintaining docs in DivPro, coordinating field activities and subcontractors, and supporting budgets and billing under the guidance of a Project Manager. Travel up to 85% is required.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in construction, project coordination, or related field (BAS, MEP, HVAC preferred).
• Experience supporting project execution, documentation, or field coordination.
• Exposure to project scheduling, subcontractor coordination, or construction processes preferred.
• Working knowledge of building automation systems, HVAC controls, or electrical systems preferred.
• OSHA 30 certification obtained within the past two (2) years is required. If not current, OSHA 30 training to be completed within first week of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating day‑to‑day execution of BAS/controls projects to ensure alignment with designs, schedules, and customer requirements.
• Manage defined scopes of work or smaller projects under supervision.
• Support development and maintenance of project schedules, including milestone tracking and updates.
• Obtain, organize, and maintain project documentation including contracts, drawings, and specifications.
• Assist in reviewing submittals and drawing packages prior to field execution.
• Maintain accurate project records in DivPro, including notes, milestones, and billing support data.
• Coordinate subcontractors and Controls Technicians for assigned project scopes.
• Support commissioning activities by tracking progress and ensuring task completion.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and document field conditions.
• Track purchase orders, change orders and project expenses.
• Assist in monitoring project budgets and identifying potential variances.
• Support monthly billing processes and milestone reporting for review by the Project Manager.
• Assist with review of technician timecards for alignment with project work.
• Participate in project meetings and provide updates on progress, risks and issues.
• Support customer communication and help manage expectations on schedules and deliverables.
• Escalate project risks or issues to the Project Manager in a timely manner.

Skills

Project coordination

Scheduling

Documentation

Communication

Microsoft Office

Tools

DivPro project management

Job description

Divcon, headquartered in Dallas, TX, is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the planning, coordination, and execution of building automation and controls projects from installation through commissioning and turnover.

You will assist in developing schedules, maintaining docs in DivPro, coordinating field activities and subcontractors, and supporting budgets and billing under the guidance of a Project Manager. Travel up to 85% is required.