HVAC and Building Automation Project Manager

Albireo Energy•Dallas, TX

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About The Position

The Project Manager leads and supervises assigned projects within the solutions business, including new construction, renovations, upgrades, tenant improvements, and service upgrades. The role manages project timelines, budgets, resources, and customer relationships to support high customer satisfaction and positive financial outcomes. The Project Manager collaborates with internal teams, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and other stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within scope. The position oversees project coordination from contract review and procurement through scheduling, installation, commissioning, closeout, and handover. It is responsible for project financials and billing, subcontractor coordination, documentation, change orders, risk management, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and safety. The Project Manager serves as a central contact for clients and project stakeholders, provides regular status updates, coordinates cross-functional teams, and mentors junior team members.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field, or equivalent experience of 4+ years in a project coordination or management role.
5–7 years of project management experience, preferably in building solutions such as HVAC Controls, Building Management Systems (BMS), Fire Alarm, or Access Control systems.
Solid understanding of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems.
Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, SharePoint, and Visio, and with Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to manage schedules, budgets, and risks for moderately complex projects with overlapping contracts and deliver project milestones consistently.
Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment in managing field operations and leading multidisciplinary teams.
Proactive, solutions-oriented approach to identifying and resolving project challenges.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical materials to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to prepare high-quality project documentation, client-facing reports, and updates tailored to diverse audiences.
Strong interpersonal, on-site, and virtual team leadership skills that foster collaboration and accountability.
Ability to build effective relationships and align team members and stakeholders with project objectives.
Proficiency in cost tracking, revenue recognition, budgeting, and forecasting, with working knowledge of SOV and AIA billing processes.
High ethical standards, integrity, and dedication to achieving results.
Leadership qualities including decision-making, accountability, and pride in team performance.
Self-starter who continuously seeks professional development opportunities.
Commitment to mentoring team members and fostering individual and team growth.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Successful completion of applicable pre-employment screenings may be required, including background and drug screening.
For positions where driving is an essential function, a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) is required.

Responsibilities

Lead project coordination, including contract review, procurement, scheduling, resource allocation, milestone tracking, and reporting.
Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage internal and external stakeholders, serving as a key contact for clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards, client specifications, budgets, schedules, and scope.
Coordinate internal resources and oversee subcontractor performance, contracts, change orders, schedules, safety guidelines, and quality standards.
Manage timely and accurate project billing, cost forecasting, financial tracking, monthly revenue and expense reports, Schedule of Values (SOV), and AIA billing processes.
Maintain project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, contracts, subcontracts, compliance records, and As-Built documentation.
Prepare project status reports for Senior Project Managers, Project Executives, and Operations Managers.
Identify, estimate, document, negotiate, and track change orders, integrating approved changes into project scope, schedule, and financials.
Specify, order, and track materials; maintain company tools, equipment, and materials; and adjust procurement schedules as project needs change.
Identify and monitor project risks and issues, implement mitigation strategies, resolve operational or technical challenges, and escalate complex risks and disputes when needed.
Oversee project startup, installation, commissioning, quality assurance, corrective actions, and system conformance to specifications.
Coordinate turnover documentation, including design documents, system backups, training, field markups, and As-Built submissions; support third-party commissioning.
Ensure adherence to company quality standards and applicable federal, state, and local regulations, and promote accountability and continuous improvement.
Promote and enforce safety standards, identify and mitigate hazards, investigate initial safety incidents or accidents, and develop corrective actions.
Provide clients, consultants, and contractors with project updates, status reports, and problem resolution; manage stakeholder expectations.
Facilitate collaboration and cross-functional meetings across engineering, service, sales, and other departments; resolve team interdependencies to prevent delays.
Promote high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement; mentor junior team members and support an inclusive, collaborative team environment.
Maintain professional proficiency and share industry insights to support team development.