Site Technical Manager

Schneider Electric•Albuquerque, NM

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The on-site Site Technical Manager (STM) is responsible for the successful technical delivery of Building Management System (BMS) projects from design through installation, commissioning, and turnover. The STM serves as the technical leader for project deployment and field execution, coordinating engineering, construction, commissioning, and contractor activities to ensure safe, high-quality, and on-time project execution. Working closely with Project Managers, customers, contractors, commissioning teams, and engineering resources, the STM translates project requirements into executable plans and drives delivery throughout the project lifecycle. This role requires a strong combination of technical expertise, field leadership, project coordination, and customer-facing communication skills.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or related technical field
Understanding of HVAC & EPMS systems including ability to analyze and understand control system drawings, specifications and schematics
Field/On-site/Commissioning experience
Familiarity with IoT communication protocols such as Modbus, BACnet, Ethernet
Ability to work independently and remain focused in a fast-paced environment (initiative, independence, accountability, organizational and time management skills)
Ability to guide & influence cross-functional teams (leadership, interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills)
Ability to identify, document and resolve issues (Troubleshooting & problem-solving skills, attention to detail)
Open to accommodate domestic (and potentially international) travel
Site safety understanding and adherence (have or able to acquire OSHA certification)

Responsibilities

Lead the technical delivery of BMS projects through design, installation, commissioning, and turnover by directing engineers, contractors, vendors, and site teams to achieve project objectives safely, efficiently, and on schedule
Project deliverables include PLC control panels, control narratives, I/O point lists, SCADA systems, PLC programs, test scripts
Review control system drawings, schematics, specifications and vendor submittments
Help develop scope and schedules for project delivery – together with PM & planning team
Proactively identify and avoid scope deviations and schedule risks
Support bench and factory witness testing
Serve as primary technical authority on-site for contractors, vendors, commissioning teams, and other stakeholders (initially in Santa Teresa, NM, followed by heavy travel to other sites)
Oversee on-site commissioning, startup, troubleshooting and turnover activities, stepping in where needed to redirect
Drive resolution of technical, installation, and commissioning issues
Manage ongoing punch lists, complete checkout lists
Work with platforms such as Procore, Bluebeam, Autodesk ACC/BIM360, CX Alloy, Microsoft Office & more