Low Voltage Controls Trade Partnership Manager

Isuitellc; Granite City (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Program

Health Insurance

401k with Discretionary Company Contributions

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Isuitellc, headquartered in Nashville, TN, is seeking a Low Voltage Controls Trade Partnership Manager to join its Preconstruction team in Granite City, IL. This position requires 10+ years of experience and involves recruiting subcontractors, maintaining partnerships, and monitoring performance.

The role offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 - $150,000 and benefits including health insurance and a discretionary annual bonus, among others.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in building automation or subcontractor/vendor management.
• Strong understanding of low voltage controls systems.
• Experience interacting with contractors and project executives.

Responsibilities

• Identify and recruit qualified low voltage controls subcontractors.
• Maintain an updated database of controls subcontractor capabilities.
• Develop and maintain long-term partnerships with controls subcontractors.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and address quality issues.

Skills

Low voltage controls systems

Building automation technologies

Microsoft Office proficiency

Excellent communication skills

Data accuracy and documentation review

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Autodesk Construction Cloud

BuildingConnected

Job description

Low Voltage Controls Trade Partnership Manager

iSuite L.L.C. is a business support services organization formed in 2023, providing business development, pursuit, estimating, safety, accounting, human resources, IT, marketing, and training services to clients within the Architecture, Engineering, Construction (A/E/C) industry. We are headquartered in Nashville, TN with branches in Granite City, IL, Chesterfield, MO, and Charlotte, NC.

We are currently looking for a Low Voltage Controls Trade Partnership Manager to join our Preconstruction team located at our office in Granite City, IL or Chesterfield, MO. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience and will serve as a key point of contact for internal teams and controls partners.

Primary responsibilities:

• Identify, evaluate, and recruit qualified low voltage controls subcontractors/partners using industry relationships, professional networks, referrals and market research.
• Maintain an updated database reflecting controls subcontractor organizational structure, technical capabilities, geographic coverage, workforce availability, current backlog, and relevant project experience.
• Develop and maintain long-term partnerships with controls subcontractors.
• Ensure controls subcontractors clearly understand the Mechanical Trade Partner Expectations Program.
• Travel, as necessary, to perform on-site visits/in‑person meetings to evaluate controls subcontractor capabilities and build relationships.
• Coordinate closely with the Preconstruction team to communicate project requirements, contract expectations, and scope responsibilities to prospective controls partners.
• Participate in scope review meetings, partner selection discussions, and pursuit strategies.
• Implement workload tracking mechanisms to prevent subcontractor overloading.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and address issues related to quality, schedules, manpower and communication.
• Stay informed regarding industry trends, emerging technologies, and labor market conditions affecting controls contractors.

Primary qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred. A combination of education and relevant industry experience will be considered.
• 10+ years of experience in building automation, control, mechanical or electrical contracting, construction management, preconstruction or subcontractor/vendor management.
• Strong understanding of low voltage controls systems and building automation technologies.
• Experience interacting with contractors, engineers, owners, project executives, and operational leadership.
• Familiarity with construction procurement and subcontractor management processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and database management/reporting tools.
• Basic knowledge of Autodesk Construction Cloud, BuildingConnected, or related tools.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate directly with external partners and internal teams.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and documentation review.
• Comfortable learning and navigating digital platforms and cloud-based systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Discretionary Annual Bonus
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k with Discretionary Company Contributions
• Paid Time Off (Vacation; Sick Time)
• Paid Company Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program

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EOE/M/F/V/D
In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job-related disability, or any other protected group status.