Project Manager – HVAC Controls Installation

Jobot; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with match

Vehicle allowance

Equipment provided

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Training and development

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Jobot in Austin, TX is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead commercial BAS/BMS and HVAC controls projects from kickoff through installation, startup, commissioning, and turnover. This role requires coordinating customers, contractors, field technicians, programmers, and internal teams to keep projects organized and profitable.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in building automation or HVAC controls, strong reading of mechanical and electrical drawings, and proven ability to manage

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in building automation/HVAC controls or related construction.
• Experience managing BAS/BMS projects preferred.
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings and schedules.
• Strong communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage BAS/BMS and HVAC projects from kickoff through completion.
• Coordinate technicians, electricians, subcontractors, materials, equipment, and schedules.
• Serve as primary contact for customers, general contractors, mechanical contractors, and stakeholders.
• Review plans, specifications, controls drawings, submittals, and construction schedules.
• Coordinate field installation, controls programming, startup, commissioning, and turnover activities.
• Track budgets, labor hours, costs, purchasing, change orders, and overall financial performance.
• Conduct jobsite visits and participate in meetings.
• Identify project risks and resolve field issues to keep on schedule.
• Maintain clear communication between field teams, engineering, programming, and customers.
• Ensure completed projects meet quality expectations and contractual requirements.

Skills

BAS/BMS

HVAC controls

DDC

Project management

Read drawings

Budgets & scheduling

Communication

Travel

Tools

Tridium Niagara

Honeywell

Johnson Controls

Distech

ABB

Job description

Job details

Manage commercial BAS/BMS and HVAC controls projects from kickoff through completion

Salary: $90,000 - $130,000 per year

A bit about us

A growing, family-owned building automation and HVAC controls integrator serving multiple markets in Texas, specializing in designing, installing, programming, commissioning, and servicing sophisticated BAS solutions across commercial, healthcare, education, government, and industrial facilities.

Why join us

• 100% employer-paid medical insurance for employees and their families
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Company-provided laptop and mobile phone
• Two weeks of PTO available immediately upon hire
• Paid holidays
• Ongoing technical and leadership development
• Long-term advancement opportunities within a growing organization

Project Manager - HVAC Controls Installation

Salary: $90,000-$130,000, depending on experience

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday - Friday

Summary: We are looking for an experienced HVAC Controls Project Manager to lead commercial building automation and controls projects. This position is ideal for someone who understands both the technical and construction sides of building automation and is comfortable taking ownership of projects from initial handoff through installation, startup, commissioning, and closeout. You'll work closely with customers, contractors, field technicians, programmers, and internal teams to keep projects organized, profitable, and moving forward.

What you'll do

• Manage commercial BAS/BMS and HVAC controls projects from kickoff through completion
• Coordinate technicians, electricians, subcontractors, materials, equipment, and project schedules
• Serve as a primary point of contact for customers, general contractors, mechanical contractors, and project stakeholders
• Review project plans, specifications, controls drawings, submittals, and construction schedules
• Coordinate field installation, controls programming, startup, commissioning, and turnover activities
• Track project budgets, labor hours, job costs, purchasing, change orders, and overall financial performance
• Conduct jobsite visits and participate in construction and coordination meetings
• Identify project risks, resolve field issues, and keep projects on schedule
• Maintain clear communication between field teams, engineering, programming, and customers
• Ensure completed projects meet quality expectations and contractual requirements

What we're looking for

• 5+ years of experience within building automation, HVAC controls, DDC, mechanical, or electrical construction
• Previous project management experience within BAS/BMS or HVAC controls strongly preferred
• Solid understanding of commercial HVAC systems and DDC controls
• Experience coordinating controls technicians, electricians, subcontractors, and other field personnel
• Ability to read mechanical plans, electrical schematics, controls drawings, and construction documents
• Experience managing project schedules, budgets, change orders, and job costs
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with platforms such as Tridium Niagara, Honeywell, Johnson Controls, Distech, ABB, or comparable BAS technologies is a plus
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites throughout the DFW area as needed

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