BAS Project Manager – Austin Texas

Job Title: Building Automation Project Manager
Job Location: Austin, Texas
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Building Automation Project Manager to lead Building Automation System (BAS) projects throughout the Austin market. This role is responsible for managing projects from award through commissioning and closeout while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities
Required

• Manage BAS projects from contract award through final completion.
• Oversee project scope, schedules, budgets, billing, cash flow, and profitability.
• Review contracts, plans, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Coordinate engineering, programming, installation, commissioning, and subcontractor activities.
• Lead customer meetings and maintain strong client relationships.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, and project documentation.
• Identify and mitigate project risks affecting cost, quality, and schedule.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, industry regulations, and company procedures.

Preferred

• Support sales and estimating teams during project planning and design-build opportunities.
• Mentor junior project managers and project coordinators.
• Assist with process improvement and value-engineering initiatives.

Qualifications
Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of project management experience in Building Automation, HVAC Controls, Mechanical Systems, or related building technologies.
• Strong understanding of Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS), HVAC controls, commissioning, and system integration.
• Working knowledge of BACnet, Modbus, and IP-based building networks.
• Strong communication, organizational, and financial management skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites throughout the Austin area.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Building Systems, or related field.
• PMP, Niagara, CEM, or manufacturer-specific BAS certifications.
• Experience with Tridium Niagara, Siemens Desigo, Johnson Controls Metasys, Schneider EcoStruxure, Honeywell, Automated Logic, or similar BAS platforms.

Success Metrics
Required

• Deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Maintain strong project profitability and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure successful commissioning and project closeout.
• Minimize project risks, warranty issues, and rework.