Regional BAS Operations Manager

Comfort SystemsShoffner; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Regional BAS Operations Manager to lead teams in Building Automation Systems across multiple locations. This role emphasizes high-quality project delivery, sales strategy development, and operational consistency. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, proven leadership skills, and experience in BAS sales. Join a company that values safety, integrity, and innovation, and be part of a team that is committed to delivering exceptional service in HVACR, Electrical, and Plumbing services. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or business, or equivalent experience.
• Extensive knowledge in programming and troubleshooting BAS.
• Proven leadership and supervisory skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee BAS teams ensuring high-quality design and engineering.
• Collaborate with sales teams to identify project opportunities.
• Foster a positive work environment and conduct performance reviews.

Skills

Building Automation Systems (BAS)

Leadership

Sales Experience

Analytical Skills

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Business

Tools

Distech

LON

BACnet

Tridium

JCI

Carrier Controls

Trane Systems

Job description

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Regional BAS Operations Manager

Apply locations Knoxville, TN (CSUSA-SHO HQ) Blountville, TN (CSUSA-SHO) time type Full time posted on Posted 18 Days Ago job requisition id JR102375

The primary responsibility of the Regional BAS Operations Manager is to oversee the Building Automation Systems (BAS) teams at each location, ensuring the delivery of high-quality design, engineering, programming, and commissioning of BAS projects. This individual will collaborate with each location to develop sales strategies and ensure operational consistency by implementing standardized materials and processes. Additionally, the Regional BAS Operations Manager will partner with sales teams at each location to identify and cultivate opportunities for both projects and maintenance agreements.

Military Veterans are encouraged to apply!

Core Values:

This position will be expected to operate in line with Comfort Systems USA Shoffner core values, which are:

1. Safety: Ensure that the prevention of injuries and vehicle incidents is the foremost priority.

2. Integrity: Commitment to honesty and transparency in all communication and actions.

3. Respect: Recognize and value the perspectives of customers and colleagues.

4. Innovation: Collaborate with others to identify and implement new procedures and processes.

5. Collaboration: Work cohesively as a team to deliver the highest quality customer experience and product.

Your Role:

1. Ensure that the team consistently adheres to company and customer-specific safety regulations, procedures, and best practices.

2. Exercise independent judgment, and hold the authority to recommend hires, transfers, suspensions, layoffs, recalls, promotions, terminations, assignments, rewards, and disciplinary actions.

3. Foster a positive and engaging work environment where all individuals feel valued and appreciated.

4. Provide regular feedback and coaching to team members, identifying their strengths and areas for improvement to support professional development.

5. Facilitate training and skill development for BAS engineers, programmers, and BAS service personnel.

6. Complete performance reviews punctually and address any performance issues promptly with appropriate written documentation. Submit completed reviews to HR and Management.

7. Manage employees across multiple locations leading in recruitment and hiring activities to ensure adequate staffing levels and maintain a pool of potential future candidates.

8. Offer assistance to the sales team in estimating needs when necessary.

9. Ensure timely submissions, drawings, and engineering documents that align with proposals, contracts, plans, and specifications.

10. Review product designs to confirm compliance with engineering principles, company standards, and customer contract requirements and expectations.

11. Evaluate and approve design changes and specifications after thorough vetting with the BAS team.

12. Supervise controls staff at each location.

13. Collaborate with estimating departments to stay informed about all potential project opportunities.

14. Provide guidance and support to the BAS Installation team as needed.

15. Work with each construction department to establish the company as the preferred partner for design-build projects.

16. Offer support to the BAS service team as required.

17. Research and evaluate emerging technologies and strategies to enhance team success.

18. Review the controls line to ensure that we are delivering optimal quality and customer satisfaction.

19. Collaborate with Controls Managers on developing sales strategies.

20. Work with engineering companies to ensure our controls are specified as an alternate option.

22. Assess sales goals for each location and develop plans based on market trends and regional needs goals to promote consistent sales growth.

23. Collaborate with each location to standardize offerings, components, drawings, and graphics to achieve a uniform package across all locations.

24. Perform additional duties, as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business, or equivalent professional experience.

2. Extensive knowledge and experience in programming, troubleshooting, and repairing building automation and control systems are required.

3. Proven leadership and supervisory skills are essential.

4. Previous sales experience in building automation systems (BAS) is preferred.

5. Experience with Distech, LON, BACnet, Tridium, JCI, Carrier Controls, and Trane systems is highly desirable.

6. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are necessary for engineering challenges and technical data interpretation.

7. Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations is required.

8. Ability to maintain a high energy level to manage a dynamic and fast-paced workload.

9. Excellent communication and customer service skills are essential.

10. Professional demeanor and a positive, caring attitude.

11. Ability to work independently without direct supervision is required.

12. Strong organizational skills to execute multiple tasks in a timely manner are crucial.

13. Must maintain a sense of urgency and remain calm in emergency situations.

14. Capability to work with precise standards of accuracy, make informed decisions based on measurable criteria, and comprehend technical data.

15. Ability to travel up to 30% across multiple locations, as needed.

Comfort Systems USA Shoffner is the region's leader in HVACR, Electrical, and Plumbing services. We have a well-established reputation for quality work by quality people. One of the top 3 largest mechanical contractors in the nation and the value leader in the market.

Comfort Systems USA Shoffner is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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