Project Executive – Building Automation & Mission Critical Systems

Jobot; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 241,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Disability insurance

FSA

PTO

Paid holidays

Sick time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Project Executive to lead large-scale building automation, EPMS and mission-critical controls projects across commercial and data center environments. This leadership role oversees planning, execution, commissioning and turnover with a focus on safety, quality and client satisfaction.

You will base in the Fargo area or relocate, mentor PMs/engineers, coordinate with operations and estimating, and manage multiple projects to successful on-time completions while building

Qualifications

• 10+ years in building automation, controls, or related construction fields.
• Experience leading large or complex projects at senior/executive level.
• Strong knowledge of BAS/BMS, EPMS, SCADA, and integrated control systems.
• Experience managing contracts, subcontractors, and change orders.
• Proven leadership with cross-functional teams and client management.
• Data center or mission-critical environments preferred.
• Proficiency with Procore and MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle delivery of BAS, EPMS, SCADA and controls projects.
• Oversee project financials including forecasting, budgeting, billing, cash flow.
• Drive schedule, safety, quality, procurement, and client satisfaction.
• Serve as senior escalation point for major clients and stakeholders.
• Lead executive meetings, contract talks, and change orders.
• Mentor and develop Project Managers and engineers.
• Coordinate with operations, estimating, supply chain and field teams.
• Review submittals, RFIs, commissioning plans, and project schedules.
• Ensure compliance with contracts, safety standards, and company expectations.
• Support growth initiatives and future project pursuits.

Skills

BAS/BMS

EPMS

SCADA

Contract management

Leadership

Client relationships

Data center experience

Project management (PM)

Procore

Microsoft Project

Education

PMP certification

PE license

Engineering background

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Project

Job description

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Job details:

• A leading independent mission-critical controls provider

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Courtney Hoogervorst

Salary: $175,000 - $225,000 per hour

A bit about us:

• A leading independent mission-critical controls provider

Why join us?

• Health, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Short term and long-term disability and FSA
• PTO / Sick Time
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)

Job Details

Project Executive – Building Automation & Mission Critical Systems

We are seeking an experienced Project Executive to lead the successful delivery of large-scale building automation, EPMS, and mission-critical controls projects across complex commercial and data center environments. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing projects from early planning and client coordination through execution, commissioning, and final turnover.

The Project Executive will serve as a senior leader within the organization, driving operational excellence, financial performance, team development, and long-term client relationships while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and at the highest level of quality.

Must be based in or open to relocating to the Fargo area

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the full lifecycle execution of multiple BAS, EPMS, SCADA, and controls projects simultaneously
• Oversee project financial performance including forecasting, budgeting, billing accuracy, and cash flow
• Drive project success related to schedule, safety, quality, procurement, and client satisfaction
• Serve as the primary escalation point for high-profile clients, contractors, and project stakeholders
• Lead executive-level project meetings, contract discussions, and change order negotiations
• Mentor and support Project Managers, Engineers, and field leadership teams
• Coordinate closely with operations, engineering, estimating, supply chain, and field teams to ensure alignment across projects
• Review technical documentation including submittals, RFIs, commissioning plans, and project schedules
• Ensure projects are delivered in compliance with contractual requirements, safety standards, and company expectations
• Help support strategic growth initiatives, operational improvements, and future project pursuits

What We’re Looking For

• 10+ years of experience within building automation, controls, mission-critical construction, or MEP project environments
• Previous experience leading large or complex projects in a senior project management or executive-level role
• Strong understanding of BAS/BMS, EPMS, SCADA, and integrated control systems
• Experience managing contracts, subcontractors, project financials, and change order workflows
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage teams, drive accountability, and build strong client relationships
• Experience with mission-critical or data center environments is highly preferred
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Procore and Microsoft Project

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting hyperscale or colocation data center projects
• Background working with advanced cooling systems, power monitoring, or AI-driven infrastructure technologies
• PMP certification, PE license, or engineering background is a plus

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