Building Automation Project Manager


Providence
Permanent
$130,000 - $160,000 USD a year
Automation and Controls
PR/603986_1785517715
Building Automation Project Manager

Role Summary

We are working with an established HVAC Controls and Building Automation contractor seeking an experienced Controls Project Manager to join their growing team in Rhode Island.
This position combines project leadership, financial accountability, and technical oversight across a diverse portfolio of building automation projects. The successful candidate will bring a strong Building Automation background, a solid understanding of mechanical HVAC systems, and a proven track record of successfully delivering projects while leading technical teams.
The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, providing flexibility between office and home while remaining actively involved in project delivery and client engagement.

About the Organisation

Our client is a specialist controls contractor delivering Building Automation and HVAC controls solutions across healthcare, higher education, commercial, and pharmaceutical facilities.
Their projects range from complex new construction installations to large-scale upgrades and modernisation programmes. They are committed to quality project delivery, technical excellence, and creating an environment where experienced professionals can continue to grow their careers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the full lifecycle delivery of Building Automation and DDC controls projects
  • Maintain responsibility for project financial performance, forecasting, budgeting, and profitability
  • Lead project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and execution
  • Manage and support controls engineers, programmers, commissioning personnel, and field teams
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout project delivery
  • Act as the primary point of contact for customers, contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders
  • Review project specifications, drawings, sequences of operation, and technical documentation
  • Monitor project progress to ensure quality, safety, schedule, and financial objectives are achieved
  • Identify project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies
  • Support business growth through strong customer relationships and successful project outcomes

Required Experience & Skills

  • Proven experience managing Building Automation, BMS, BAS, or HVAC controls projects
  • Strong technical background in Building Automation Systems and DDC controls
  • Solid understanding of mechanical HVAC systems and equipment
  • Demonstrated success managing project budgets, financial reporting, change orders, and project profitability
  • Experience leading and developing technical project teams
  • Strong client-facing communication and relationship management skills
  • Ability to coordinate multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
  • Experience reviewing technical documentation and supporting complex controls strategies
  • Valid driver's licence and ability to travel to project sites as required

Additional / Desirable Experience

  • Experience across multiple DDC platforms
  • Previous involvement in healthcare, pharmaceutical, commercial, or higher education projects
  • Exposure to complex retrofit, upgrade, and integration projects
  • Experience working within a controls contractor or systems integration environment
  • Familiarity with open protocol systems including BACnet and Modbus

Systems & Technologies

Preferred experience includes:
  • Tridium Niagara
  • Niagara N4
  • Building Automation Systems (BAS)
  • Building Management Systems (BMS)
  • DDC Controls
  • BACnet
  • Modbus
  • HVAC Control Systems

Location & Working Pattern

  • Based in Rhode Island, work across RI and Southern MA
  • Hybrid schedule with a combination of office and home working
  • Site visits required across active project locations

Compensation & Benefits

  • Performance bonus linked to project and company performance
  • Company vehicle available for both professional and personal use
  • Opportunity to lead high-profile projects across diverse market sectors
  • Long-term career progression within a growing controls organisation

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