Project Manager - Building Automation

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

Experience and Qualifications:

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)

Other Qualifications:

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