Senior Project Manager – HVAC (Mission Critical)

Jobot; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Company vehicle or allowance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Jobot is looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager specializing in Building Automation to lead complex projects in the St. Louis region. You'll manage multiple BAS projects ensuring completion to the highest standards and client satisfaction.

This position requires strong experience in Project Management, particularly in HVAC controls and commercial systems. You will mentor junior team members and oversee project execution from start to finish.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Project Management experience within BAS/DDC, HVAC Controls, or commercial mechanical systems.
• Experience in managing complex commercial construction projects such as mission-critical or healthcare projects.
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, controls, and low-voltage systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple BAS projects from kickoff through final commissioning.
• Lead execution of mission-critical projects ensuring quality and customer satisfaction.
• Develop project schedules, budgets, and allocation strategies.

Skills

Project Management

BAS/DDC Experience

HVAC Systems Knowledge

Leadership Skills

Financial Management

Problem-Solving Skills

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Tools

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Project Management Software

Job description

Salary: $150,000 - $200,000 per year

Job details

Lead the execution of mission-critical and data center controls projects

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Courtney Hoogervorst

A bit about us

A building automation systems (BAS) integrator specializing in HVAC controls and mission-critical facilities, delivering design, installation, programming, commissioning, and long-term service for complex commercial projects.

Why join us

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus opportunities
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Ongoing professional development and technical training
• Opportunity to work on some of the region's most advanced mission-critical and data center facilities

Job Details

Senior Project Manager – Building Automation (Mission Critical)

Location: St. Louis, MO

Summary: We’re seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of complex Building Automation (BAS/DDC) projects throughout the St. Louis region. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has experience managing large commercial or mission-critical projects from preconstruction through commissioning and closeout.

You’ll serve as the primary leader for multiple projects, coordinating internal teams, subcontractors, customers, and vendors while ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

What You’ll Do

• Manage multiple Building Automation (BAS) projects from kickoff through final commissioning and turnover.
• Lead the execution of mission-critical and data center controls projects, ensuring exceptional quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction.
• Develop project schedules, budgets, manpower plans, and resource allocation strategies.
• Coordinate engineers, programmers, field technicians, subcontractors, and vendors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review project scope, manage RFIs, change orders, submittals, and project documentation.
• Monitor project financial performance, procurement, progress billing, and cost control.
• Oversee BAS installation, startup, commissioning, integration, and owner training.
• Maintain strong relationships with owners, general contractors, mechanical contractors, and consulting engineers.
• Mentor junior project managers and technical staff while promoting a collaborative team environment.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company standards and customer expectations.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of Project Management experience within Building Automation (BAS/DDC), HVAC Controls, or commercial mechanical systems.
• Experience managing mission-critical, data center, healthcare, industrial, or other complex commercial construction projects is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, controls, commissioning, low-voltage systems, and construction project delivery.
• Experience with BAS platforms such as Niagara, Schneider Electric, Siemens, Honeywell, Johnson Controls, Delta Controls, Automated Logic (ALC), Distech, Reliable Controls, KMC, or similar systems.
• Ability to interpret mechanical, electrical, and architectural drawings.
• Experience managing project financials, schedules, subcontractors, procurement, and client communication.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, or project management software is a plus.
• Valid driver's license with the ability to travel to project sites throughout the region.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus opportunities
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Ongoing professional development and technical training
• Opportunity to work on some of the region's most advanced mission-critical and data center facilities

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