Project Management - Building Automation

Schneider Electric; Lyndhurst (NJ); On-site; USD 101,600 - 152,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

401(k) match

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

A prominent energy management firm is seeking a Project Manager in Building Automations to oversee and lead multiple projects focused on customer success. You will be responsible for managing resources, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring project deliverables meet quality and financial objectives. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of project management experience and 5+ years in the controls industry, along with strong skills in project documentation and customer service. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and potential for career advancement.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years in a Project Management role and 5+ years in the controls industry.
• Strong knowledge of contracting procedures and project documentation.
• Ability to analyze control system drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Manage resources by planning and scheduling manpower.
• Coordinate projects per contract documents and estimates.
• Prepare project billing revenue forecasts and schedules.

Skills

Project Management

Customer Service

HVAC Control Systems

Leadership

Job description

For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $101,600 - $152,400 per year, which includes base pay and short-term incentive.

The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply toward your benefits), flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well‑being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro‑rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.

Job Overview

Schneider Electric is looking for a Project Manager in Building Automations to lead innovative projects that drive customer success. The role involves managing multiple projects, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring project deliverables meet quality and financial objectives.

Responsibilities

• Manages resources by planning, scheduling and forecasting manpower and resource requirements
• Coordinates project in accordance with contract documents and approved sales estimate
• Manages all document control for projects, including RFIs, meeting minutes, punch lists, transmittal log, submittal log, change order log and issues log
• Prepares project billing revenue forecasts and schedules of values
• Review all estimates and change orders for accuracy and approve all team project submittals
• Accountable for financial management on all assigned projects
• Prepares installation subcontractor bidding documents and negotiates subcontracts
• Obtain, organize and maintain all project contract documents in accordance with Schneider Electric quality policy
• Prepares and updates project schedule and cost estimates
• Prepares and delivers final project documentation to the customer and collects payment
• Responsible for all customer‑facing communication

Qualifications

• At least 3 years in a Project Management role and 5+ years in the controls industry
• Strong industry knowledge; strong customer service skills; understanding of contracting procedures and tactics relative to project correspondence, documentation, timely notice of claims, subcontract negotiation and administration
• Advanced understanding of HVAC control systems; ability to analyze control system drawings and schematics as well as knowledge of contract law, codes, standards and industry construction knowledge
• Strong leadership skills, including team leading and the ability to empower others through delegating responsibility

Benefits

• Exciting opportunity with career advancement potential and upward mobility
• Excellent benefit package
• Opportunity to join one of our fastest growing business units

Reporting To

This position will report to the Program Manager.

Sponsorship / Work Authorization

This position does not offer sponsorship for work permit applications or renewals. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship, both currently and moving forward. The company will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this role (including, but not limited to, H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment‑based visa).

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.