Senior Building Automation Operations Leader

Siemens; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 102,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens in Raleigh, NC seeks an experienced Building Automation Operations Manager to drive end-to-end performance and ensure adherence to standards across the project portfolio.

The role requires 5+ years in operations and building automation, plus strong financial acumen and cross-functional collaboration with Sales and Project Management. Onsite work is required daily for a specific project, with a competitive salary and a 10% target incentive.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience leading operations in a project-based, solutions, or engineering environment.
• 5+ years of building automation experience.
• Financial acumen, including responsibility for revenue, margin, cost control, and cash flow performance.
• Experience partnering effectively with Sales, Project Management, and operations organizations.
• Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with limited violations; must meet eligibility requirements to participate in Siemens’ fleet vehicle program.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end operational performance across the assigned project portfolio, ensuring adherence to Siemens Smart Infrastructure - Buildings standards, defined sales processes, and execution methodologies.
• Meet and/or exceed quarterly and annual budget commitments, including revenue, gross margin, and operating margin targets.
• Plan, direct, and oversee operational activities to support sustainable growth and consistent project execution excellence.
• Monitor project performance to control job costs, manage risk, and ensure delivery within agreed scope, schedule, and cost parameters.
• Partner closely with central Operations teams (PMO, Operations Excellence, and LPO) to leverage standard tools, resources, and best practices.
• Provide operational and technical support to Sales teams, including pricing guidance, scope definition, and execution strategy for competitive bids.
• Lead workforce planning by hiring, developing, allocating, and performance-managing resources to support current and future business needs.
• Ensure balance sheet, cash flow, and working capital performance are in line with Siemens and Smart Infrastructure - Buildings expectations.

Skills

Operations leadership

Building automation

Financial acumen

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Siemens in Raleigh, NC seeks an experienced Building Automation Operations Manager to drive end-to-end performance and ensure adherence to standards across the project portfolio.

The role requires 5+ years in operations and building automation, plus strong financial acumen and cross-functional collaboration with Sales and Project Management. Onsite work is required daily for a specific project, with a competitive salary and a 10% target incentive.