Project Manager - Building Automation

The Hill Group•Griffith, IN

About The Position

Precision Control Systems (“Precision”), a Hill Group (“Hill”) member company, is looking for a project manager to manage complex building automation projects, primarily for public entities in Illinois and Indiana. The project manager would work with the team to provide management and oversight of up to $7M in building automation projects. The project manager is responsible for assisting the construction team in all aspects of the building automation design and controls installation of a project, contributing to a supportive, safe, and on-time completion that is within budget. Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Understand engineering concepts regarding mechanical and electrical controls, including MEP Coordination; ability to value engineer opportunities to better serve the customer Comprehend construction design drawings and specifications Assist internal team in the solicitation and contracting of subcontractors. Review plans and specifications and gain understanding of HVAC design intent Develop and maintain a project schedule and coordinate needs with the project team Manage delivery of equipment and materials to the job sites Participate in preconstruction planning and MEP coordination meetings. Responsible for all project communication with architect, engineers, owners, and other contractors including RFI’s, Change Orders and Submittals Coordinate with engineers, electricians, and programming technicians Document project events that impact the schedule, scope of work, and project efficiency Work with internal team to track job costs and project monthly billings Manage participation in the commissioning process and track close-out items until completion Collect and verify field mark-ups and review with engineers for creation of as-builts Responsible for maintaining a safe working environment compliant with company regulations Responsible for final resolution of conflicts Perform all other duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Building Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related major is required or equivalent work experience
Work experience operating within mechanical, electrical, general contractor, or other construction management experience preferred
Proficiency in all Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project)
Must have the ability to mentor and teach others.
Demonstrated ability to meet critical deadlines
Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems in complex technical environments
Demonstrated confidence and expertise in dealing with all levels of client contact
Requires an ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure and adjust to changing situations
Requires great attention to detail, accuracy, an ability to prioritize and multi-task
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills; maintain a professional attitude with strong customer service skills
Must be dependable, organized, and self-motivated with excellent time management and coordination skills; possess personal motivation and a positive work ethic with high integrity

Responsibilities

Understand engineering concepts regarding mechanical and electrical controls, including MEP Coordination
Ability to value engineer opportunities to better serve the customer
Comprehend construction design drawings and specifications
Assist internal team in the solicitation and contracting of subcontractors.
Review plans and specifications and gain understanding of HVAC design intent
Develop and maintain a project schedule and coordinate needs with the project team
Manage delivery of equipment and materials to the job sites
Participate in preconstruction planning and MEP coordination meetings.
Responsible for all project communication with architect, engineers, owners, and other contractors including RFI’s, Change Orders and Submittals
Coordinate with engineers, electricians, and programming technicians
Document project events that impact the schedule, scope of work, and project efficiency
Work with internal team to track job costs and project monthly billings
Manage participation in the commissioning process and track close-out items until completion
Collect and verify field mark-ups and review with engineers for creation of as-builts
Responsible for maintaining a safe working environment compliant with company regulations
Responsible for final resolution of conflicts
Perform all other duties as assigned