Senior Building Automation Project Leader

divcon; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K with employer match

Disability coverage

Flexible PTO

Field-based benefits

Job summary

Divcon is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex building automation projects across multiple sites, guiding strategy, cross-functional coordination, and stakeholder engagement from planning to delivery. You'll partner with clients, engineers, and senior leadership to ensure on-time, in-budget completion that meets high technical standards.

The role requires 7+ years in BAS/MEP environments, strong leadership, and expertise in financial oversight and project management tools such as

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in construction project or program management, ideally in BAS or MEP environments.
• Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and managing high-value, multi-phase projects.
• Deep knowledge of building automation, HVAC controls, and electrical/commissioning systems.
• Strong business acumen with experience in financial oversight, reporting, and resource planning.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills — from technicians to C-suite.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Procore, MS Project) and financial tools.
• OSHA 30 certification obtained within the past two years is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project execution across multiple BAS construction projects, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and client requirements.
• Direct and mentor project teams, including field staff, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Own project portfolio performance — scope, budget, schedule, and quality — and deliver monthly financial and milestone reporting to senior executives.
• Oversee all contract documentation, change order management, procurement, and vendor coordination.
• Collaborate closely with clients to build trust, manage expectations, and serve as primary point of escalation.
• Evaluate and approve engineering designs, technical submittals, and BoMs for compliance and efficiency.
• Mitigate risk through proactive planning, forecasting, and issue resolution.
• Standardize best practices across projects to drive efficiency and quality in delivery.
• Ensure compliance with Divcon's internal systems (e.g., DivPro), safety standards, and project documentation protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Financial oversight

Stakeholder management

Communication

Resource planning

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Job description

Divcon is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex building automation projects across multiple sites, guiding strategy, cross-functional coordination, and stakeholder engagement from planning to delivery. You'll partner with clients, engineers, and senior leadership to ensure on-time, in-budget completion that meets high technical standards.

The role requires 7+ years in BAS/MEP environments, strong leadership, and expertise in financial oversight and project management tools such as