Job Title: Automation Controls Project Manager

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Automation Controls Project Manager to lead the successful execution of commercial and industrial building automation projects throughout the Charlotte metropolitan area and surrounding Southeast region. This role is ideal for a seasoned project management professional with a strong background in Building Automation Systems (BAS), HVAC controls, energy management systems, and smart building technologies.

The Automation Controls Project Manager will oversee multiple projects simultaneously, managing schedules, budgets, subcontractors, engineers, technicians, and client relationships from project kickoff through final commissioning and closeout. The successful candidate will bring exceptional leadership, technical expertise, and customer-facing skills while driving projects to completion safely, profitably, and on schedule.

Key Responsibilities

Required

• Manage the full lifecycle of automation and controls projects ranging from $250,000 to $10 million+ in value.
• Lead project planning, scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, procurement, execution, and closeout activities.
• Oversee Building Automation System (BAS) projects including HVAC controls, energy management systems, central plant optimization, and integration projects.
• Coordinate with customers, consulting engineers, general contractors, facility owners, vendors, and internal teams.
• Manage project financial performance, including revenue forecasting, cost control, change orders, and profitability.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules utilizing Microsoft Project or equivalent project management software.
• Ensure project compliance with contract requirements, engineering specifications, and applicable codes.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular status updates to stakeholders.
• Manage field technicians, controls specialists, subcontractors, and commissioning teams.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Review submittals, drawings, RFIs, and project documentation.
• Drive customer satisfaction and build long-term client relationships.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and company policies.

Preferred

• Participate in business development efforts and customer presentations.
• Support estimating teams during project handoff and scope validation.
• Mentor junior project managers, controls engineers, and field personnel.
• Assist with process improvement initiatives and operational excellence programs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field; equivalent industry experience may be considered.
• Project management experience within building automation, controls, HVAC, mechanical systems, or related industries.
• Prior experience managing Building Automation System (BAS) or HVAC controls projects is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects exceeding $1 million in value.
• Strong understanding of project financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and contract administration.
• Experience working with consulting engineers, general contractors, and facility owners.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• Excellent communication, leadership, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel throughout the Charlotte region as necessary.