Controls Project Manager 3 - Hoover, AL

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network • Hoover, AL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Controls Project Manager serves as the on-site project leader for assigned control systems projects, planning, executing, and completing work that may include hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, system and network commissioning, and project closeout. The role also manages project finances, maintains customer communication, and supports warranty execution to ensure successful project delivery.

The position oversees project scope, schedules, quality, and financial results from kickoff through warranty completion. It coordinates field activities, resolves commissioning issues, ensures installations meet project requirements, and provides coaching and technical assistance to delegated project contributors. The project manager keeps management informed through timely updates, forecasts, and documentation, while building effective working relationships with customers and project 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 communication with customers throughout all project phases and pursue change orders when scope changes arise.
• 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 accurate 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 project scope, schedule, quality, and financial results from kickoff through warranty completion.
• Resolve commissioning issues promptly and ensure installation meets project expectations.
• Identify risks and change impacts early and communicate them clearly.
• Provide coaching and technical assistance to ensure delegated work is accurate, timely, within scope, and within budget.
• Keep management informed 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.
• JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot).

What This Job Offers

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