Data Center BAS Project Manager - Lead Complex Deployments

LVI Associates; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

LVI Associates is seeking a seasoned Controls Project Manager to lead BAS projects in the Toledo market. You will own projects end-to-end, coordinating HVAC controls, chiller plants, AHUs, VAVs, and plant systems, while managing budgets, schedules, and client relationships.

The role requires strong BAS knowledge, leadership, and the ability to collaborate with technicians, subcontractors, and vendors to deliver safe, on-time installations and seamless system integration across commercial,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Building Automation Systems (BAS) / Controls.
• 3+ years of experience managing controls or mechanical projects.
• Strong knowledge of BAS platforms such as Niagara N4, Schneider Electric EcoStruxure/SmartStruxure.
• Experience managing HVAC controls projects including chiller plants, cooling towers, AHUs, VAVs, pump systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle BAS/controls projects including planning, execution, commissioning, and closeout
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation to ensure on-time and profitable delivery
• Lead project teams including controls technicians, programmers, subcontractors, and vendors
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring strong communication and relationship management
• Review and interpret project drawings, specifications, and sequences of operation
• Coordinate installation, programming, and commissioning activities across multiple stakeholders
• Manage procurement of materials, subcontractors, and equipment
• Oversee system integration including HVAC controls, chiller plants, AHUs, VAVs, and plant systems
• Ensure quality control, safety compliance, and adherence to project standards and processes
• Support and guide troubleshooting efforts during commissioning and project execution
• Track project performance, financials, and reporting metrics
• Lead project meetings and provide regular updates to internal teams and clients
• Identify risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies; support estimating, proposals, and scope development when required

Skills

BAS / Controls

Project Leadership

Client Communication

Budget & Scheduling

HVAC Controls

Reading Drawings

BACnet/Modbus/IP

Job description

LVI Associates is seeking a seasoned Controls Project Manager to lead BAS projects in the Toledo market. You will own projects end-to-end, coordinating HVAC controls, chiller plants, AHUs, VAVs, and plant systems, while managing budgets, schedules, and client relationships.

The role requires strong BAS knowledge, leadership, and the ability to collaborate with technicians, subcontractors, and vendors to deliver safe, on-time installations and seamless system integration across commercial,