Building Automation Project Leader

Schneider Electric; New York (NY); On-site; USD 101,600 - 152,400; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking an experienced Building Automation Project Manager to oversee building automation and controls projects across Long Island and the New York metropolitan area. You will act as the primary point of contact for customers, subcontractors, field personnel and internal stakeholders, owning project financial performance and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities include managing multiple projects from turnover to completion, scheduling, procurement, commissioning, change

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple building automation and controls projects simultaneously from project turnover through final completion.
• Oversee all aspects of project execution, including scheduling, procurement, subcontractor management, commissioning, and customer communication.
• Monitor project progress and ensure milestones are achieved according to contract requirements and project schedules.
• Conduct regular project review meetings with internal teams, customers, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Maintain project documentation, reports, and contract records.
• Manage project budgets and financial performance for projects valued between $100,000 and $2,000,000.
• Prepare, submit, and track project billings and payment applications.
• Review project costs, forecast labor and material expenditures, and ensure profitability targets are met.
• Identify, price, negotiate, and execute change orders with customers and subcontractors.
• Review and approve vendor and subcontractor invoices.
• Direct day-to-day project operations to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Coordinate engineering, programming, installation, startup, and commissioning activities.
• Manage and allocate field commissioning and installation manpower to meet project demands.
• Work closely with field supervisors and technicians to address project challenges and resource requirements.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, company standards, and safety regulations.
• Solicit, evaluate, and manage subcontractor and vendor performance.
• Coordinate subcontractor activities to ensure schedule adherence and quality workmanship.
• Resolve field conflicts and maintain positive working relationships with project stakeholders.
• Serve as the primary customer contact throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
• Effectively communicate project status, risks, and opportunities to customers and company leadership.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Job description

Schneider Electric is seeking an experienced Building Automation Project Manager to oversee building automation and controls projects across Long Island and the New York metropolitan area. You will act as the primary point of contact for customers, subcontractors, field personnel and internal stakeholders, owning project financial performance and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities include managing multiple projects from turnover to completion, scheduling, procurement, commissioning, change