Senior Project Manager – Building Automation Systems (BAS)

LeoForce; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Company vehicle or car allowance

Job summary

LeoForce is seeking a Senior Project Manager for Building Automation Systems in San Jose, CA. Lead BAS projects for commercial campuses, data centers and life sciences with a focus on HVAC controls and retrofits.

You will manage customer engagements, coordinate engineering and field teams, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while mentoring junior staff and driving efficiency across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical field such as mechanical, electrical or aerospace engineering.
• 7+ years managing HVAC controls, BAS, or mechanical construction projects.
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, DDC controls and BAS design.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical plans, specs and control drawings.
• Experience managing schedules, budgets, subcontractors and procurement.
• Proven leadership with mentoring teams.
• Strong organization, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Automated Logic or similar BAS platforms preferred.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple BAS projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Build and maintain relationships with owners, contractors and engineers.
• Develop estimates, proposals and change orders.
• Coordinate engineering, field techs, subs and vendors for delivery.
• Monitor schedules, budgets, labor, procurement and financials.
• Review drawings, specs and control sequences for accurate implementation.
• Provide technical guidance through design, installation, commissioning and startup.
• Negotiate subcontracts and oversee material purchasing.
• Ensure projects are safe, on schedule, within budget and meet expectations.
• Support billing, forecasting, reporting and contract administration.
• Mentor junior PMs and engineers and promote cross-team collaboration.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and growth.

Skills

HVAC controls

Building automation

BAS design principles

Interpret drawings

Project leadership

Team mentoring

Communication skills

Problem solving

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Related technical field

Tools

Automated Logic (ALC)

Job description

Experience: Mid Level
Salary: $180,000 - $225,000 per year

Job Details

Senior Project Manager – Building Automation Systems (BAS)
Location: San Jose, CA

About the Opportunity: A well-established building automation and controls contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the execution of complex Building Automation System (BAS) projects throughout Northern California. This is a leadership role responsible for managing projects from initial customer engagement through final turnover while supporting engineering, field operations, and project teams.

Projects include commercial campuses, data centers, life sciences, semiconductor facilities, government laboratories, and other mission critical environments, with a focus on both new construction and retrofit work.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple BAS projects simultaneously from preconstruction through closeout.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, contractors, engineers, and end users.
• Develop project estimates, proposals, and change orders.
• Coordinate engineering, field technicians, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure successful project delivery.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, labor utilization, procurement, and overall financial performance.
• Review mechanical drawings, specifications, and control sequences to ensure accurate system implementation.
• Provide technical guidance throughout design, installation, commissioning, and startup.
• Negotiate subcontract agreements and oversee material purchasing.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to customer expectations.
• Support billing, forecasting, project reporting, and contract administration.
• Mentor junior project managers and engineers while promoting collaboration across engineering and field teams.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and continued business growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 7+ years of experience managing HVAC controls, building automation, or mechanical construction projects.
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, DDC controls, and BAS design principles.
• Ability to interpret mechanical plans, specifications, and control drawings.
• Experience managing project schedules, budgets, subcontractors, procurement, and customer communication.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to mentor technical teams.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Automated Logic (ALC) or similar BAS platforms is highly preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Preferred Experience: Candidates with experience supporting mission critical facilities, data centers, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, healthcare, laboratory, or large commercial projects are especially encouraged to apply.

A bit about us:

System Integration Company - design, installation, management and maintenance of heating, ventilation and air-conditioning control systems.

Why join us?

• Competitive base salary
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Company vehicle or car allowance with fuel reimbursement
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance programs