Building Automation & Controls Manager
About The Position
State Mechanical Services (SMS), powered by MechanAir, is a leading commercial and industrial mechanical contractor serving customers throughout the Chicagoland area. We specialize in HVAC service, maintenance, retrofits, building automation, controls, and construction solutions for a diverse portfolio of commercial and industrial customers. As we continue to grow, we are investing in our Building Automation & Controls capabilities and seeking an experienced professional to help expand our controls offerings, strengthen customer relationships, and support long-term growth. State Mechanical Services is seeking an experienced Building Automation & Controls Manager to support the growth and execution of Building Automation Systems (BAS) and controls-related services across our service and construction operations. This role combines technical expertise, customer relationship management, commissioning leadership, controls engineering support, and business development to deliver high-quality solutions for our customers. The ideal candidate is a self-driven BAS professional who enjoys solving complex challenges, developing customer relationships, and helping grow a successful controls operation.
Requirements
- 10+ years of commercial HVAC, controls, building automation, commissioning, or related experience
- Experience selling, designing, programming, commissioning, or supporting BAS systems
- Strong understanding of HVAC systems, controls architecture, and building automation technologies
- Experience developing customer relationships and identifying business opportunities
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and collaborate across multiple departments
Nice To Haves
- Niagara N4 Certification or Experience
- Tridium Experience
- Alerton Experience
- Carrier i-Vu Experience
- Tracer Summit Experience
- BAS Programming Experience
- Project Management Experience
- Team Leadership Experience
Responsibilities
- Identify and develop BAS retrofit, upgrade, replacement, and modernization opportunities
- Expand controls-related service and maintenance offerings
- Support proposal development and customer presentations
- Collaborate with Account Managers, Service Managers, and Construction leadership to identify growth opportunities
- Develop and maintain strong customer relationships
- Develop controls concepts and sequences of operation
- Support controls drawings, submittals, and project documentation
- Assist with equipment integration and controls interoperability
- Evaluate emerging BAS technologies and solutions
- Provide technical expertise to internal and external stakeholders
- Lead BAS commissioning activities
- Verify system performance and functionality
- Support project startup, owner training, and project closeout
- Coordinate controls-related activities with service, operations, and construction teams
- Troubleshoot controls-related issues and recommend solutions
- Provide technical consultation and guidance to customers
- Support long-term customer retention and account growth
- Deliver exceptional customer service and responsiveness
- Identify opportunities to improve building performance and operational efficiency
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Professional Development and Technical Training Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
