Controls Project Manager 3 - Hoover, AL

VetJobs • Hoover, AL

3d • $92,400 - $125,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Controls Project Manager serves as the on-site leader for assigned control systems projects, overseeing work from planning through commissioning, closeout, and warranty support. Projects may involve hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, and system and network commissioning. The role also manages project finances, customer communications, procurement, field coordination, documentation, and project closeout to help ensure successful delivery.

The manager is accountable for scope, schedule, quality, safety, and financial results. They coordinate field details, address commissioning issues and project risks, manage changes, and keep customers and internal management informed. The role also provides coaching and technical assistance so delegated work is completed accurately, on time, within scope, and within budget, while building long-term relationships with customers, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and internal partners.

Requirements

• Technical associate degree with two years of field experience, or four years of equivalent related field experience in the HVAC industry.
• Hands-on experience in systems design and commissioning of digital HVAC controls systems.
• Ability to communicate technical material clearly to a non-technical audience.
• Ability to work independently and manage assigned responsibilities with limited supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Strong personal computer skills.
• Knowledge of control theory and HVAC systems.
• Knowledge of project accounting, costing principles, and contracting.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned control systems projects from planning through commissioning, closeout, and warranty support.
• Coordinate hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, and system and network commissioning.
• Manage project costs, billings, collections, profitability, and cash flow for assigned work.
• Maintain customer communication throughout project phases and pursue change orders when project scope changes.
• Direct subcontractors, electrical installers, technicians, designers, and administrative support as needed.
• Manage material selection, ordering, budgeting, and delivery schedules for project procurement.
• Secure pricing and availability from vendors, suppliers, and mechanical and electrical subcontractors.
• Oversee jobsite coordination for panel and field device locations and ensure installation aligns with project requirements.
• Complete loading, device verification, commissioning, and validation of system controllers.
• Provide as-built records, commissioning documentation, manuals, and owner/operator training as required.
• Support subcontractor payment, billing, and project closeout activities.
• Develop project plans, coordinate resources, and maintain long-term relationships with customers, consultants, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Manage scope, schedule, quality, safety, and financial results from project kickoff through warranty completion.
• Resolve commissioning issues promptly and ensure installation meets project expectations.
• Identify risks early, address the impacts of changes, and keep projects moving forward.
• Provide coaching and technical assistance to ensure delegated work is accurate, timely, within scope, and within budget.
• Provide management with timely project updates, forecasts, and documentation.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time; 15 vacation days in the first year.
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), medical, dental, and vision care, available day one.
• Extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities with outstanding resources.
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment.
• Dedication to safety through the Zero Harm policy.
• JCI employee discount programs through The Loop by Perk Spot.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree