Sr Automation Project Manager

Mesa Energy Systems • Bakersfield, CA

4d • $155,000 - $165,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are a full-service HVAC, building automation, chiller, and retrofit contractor with a reputation for combining high-quality consulting services with customized energy solutions. Our integrated, single-source solutions include turnkey in-house capabilities with design assistance, as well as engineering applications and automated control systems. The Sr. Automation Project Manager will be responsible for assisting department leadership in developing standards and mentoring fellow Project Managers. This role will assist the sales team in developing a scope of work and estimating the costs associated with a project. Post-sale they will maintain customer service satisfaction, coordinate the planning, installation of all assigned projects and promote a positive leadership role.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management or Business Management is preferred.
• Ten (10) years’ experience as a Project Manager
• Working knowledge of at least one HVAC controls systems (preferably Delta, Distech, Circon or Loytec)
• Knowledge of mechanical systems
• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, direct, and control all aspects of project activities.
• Ability to work with the customer to find mutually satisfactory solutions to difficult issues.
• Ability to work with management and a variety of skilled/unskilled, professional, administrative, and industry personnel.
• Extensive knowledge of office administration, project management, reporting, budgeting, budget control, business operations, blueprints, buildings, equipment, housekeeping, construction, purchasing, inventory control, and safety management.
• Ability to interface with customers, contractors, and all levels of management.
• Ability to organize and lead a group of people.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be physically able to perform all aspects of the work as required.
• Strong experience with Windows and MS Office
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide presale support to the sales team for estimating cost of projects along with generating a detailed scope of work as needed.
• Manage the overall operations of the contract, including: the performance of daily operations, scheduled installations; administration of subcontracts.
• Prepare financial forecasts and attend project review meetings. Ensure that the contract is managed in a manner that meets all contractual requirements and Mesa Energy Systems financial goals.
• Evaluate and ensure the efficient operation of the project, controlling operational expenses that is consistent with the project budget and contractual requirements.
• Provide administrative, technical direction and supervision of staff assigned to support your project(s).
• Coordinates purchase of necessary supplies, equipment, and services from appropriate sources.
• Maintain relationships with all groups/individuals associated with projects for which you’re responsible. This includes customers, venders and other internal/external resources involved with the project.
• Maintains sufficient records, files, controls, procedures to insure management and work production.
• Maintains a strong safety awareness and culture consistent with Mesa values and supports all safety requirements both internal and external.
• Assist in developing and maintaining department standard operating procedures
• Understand our contractual scope of work including the ability to read and understand drawings and specifications.

Benefits

• employees a competitive salary and benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees