Smart Tech Contracting is hiring a remote Project Manager - Design to own end-to-end delivery of BAS and EPMS design projects for mission-critical and hyperscale data centers as an MEP subconsultant. Day to day they manage scope, budgets, schedules, risk, design coordination, and client communication, using tools like Smartsheet, Bluebeam, Procore, and Revit.
Compensation
Not disclosed
Location
Remote (United States)
Work setup
Remote
Seniority
Not specified
Employment
Contract
Experience
Not specified
Category
Design
Posted
Skills
ai
automation
bim
bluebeam
cloud
process-improvement
procore
revit
smartsheet
stakeholder-management
Must have
Working knowledge of MEP consulting and design-project delivery
Working knowledge of BAS/BMS and/or EPMS systems and their relationship to mechanical and electrical systems
Understanding of MEP design phases and construction-document development
Ability to coordinate technical design deliverables including sequences of operation, points/alarm lists, system diagrams, specifications, and integration requirements
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, standards, submittals, and equipment data
Ability to manage multiple concurrent design projects, competing deadlines, and project stakeholders
Proven ability to manage project budgets, forecasts, profitability, scope changes, and change orders
Strong project scheduling, risk-management, organizational, and decision-making skills
Strong client-facing communication and relationship-management skills
Proficiency with MS Office Suite and project-management/design-collaboration platforms such as Smartsheet, Bluebeam, Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud/BIM 360
Ability to work effectively with engineers, architects, MEP consultants, clients, and construction teams
Ability to work successfully in a remote environment through communication, organization, self-motivation, proactiveness, and accountability
Ability to work under pressure and meet compressed design schedules
Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to improve project workflows and operational efficiency
Knowledge of MEP, fire alarm (FA), and fire protection (FP) trades and their interface with BAS/EPMS systems
Knowledge of Method of Procedure (MOP) development and critical-facility work-notification processes
Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
5+ years of project management, design management, or engineering-project delivery experience within MEP consulting, building automation, controls, or technically complex facilities
Demonstrated experience owning projects through multiple design phases
Valid REAL ID-compliant identification or passport for required domestic travel (up to ~10%)
Nice to have
Knowledge of mission-critical facility and data-center design requirements
Familiarity with Revit/BIM design workflows
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field (or equivalent education and experience)
MEP consulting/design experience
BAS/BMS and/or EPMS project experience
Mission-critical or data-center design experience
Full description
Position Title: Project Manager - Design
Position Location: Remote - work virtually from anywhere in the United States (Periodic travel for client meetings, design workshops, and project coordination required)
JOB SUMMARY
The Project Manager - Design is responsible for end-to-end delivery of assigned Building Automation System (BAS) and Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS) design projects supporting mission-critical and hyperscale data center facilities as an MEP consultant.
This role owns project scope, schedule, financial performance, design coordination, risk management, and client communication from project kickoff through design development and construction administration. The Project Manager works closely with Smart Tech Contracting Control Systems engineers, client teams, architects, Engineers of Record, and consultant partners responsible for other portions of the MEP design. Primary clients for this role are architecture and engineering (AE) firms that deliver programs / projects direct to the owner, with Smart Tech Contracting engaged as their BAS/EPMS design subconsultant. Depending on the project, this role also interfaces with owners, general contractors, and controls contractors.
The Project Manager serves as the primary point of accountability for assigned projects and operates with a high degree of independence while aligning with departmental standards, processes, and leadership direction. This role is expected to anticipate risk, drive decisions, and protect design quality, schedule, client satisfaction, and margin.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Design Project Execution & Delivery (45%)
Own planning, execution, and delivery of assigned BAS and EPMS design projects from kickoff through construction administration
Lead project initiation activities including scope review, contract requirements, project setup, deliverable schedules, staffing needs, and execution planning
Manage design milestones across applicable phases including concept design, SD, DD, IFP/IFC, bid support, and construction administration
Coordinate Smart Tech engineers and MEP consultant partners to ensure timely completion of deliverables
Track and coordinate design documentation including basis of design, sequences of operation, points and alarm lists, system architecture / riser diagrams, specifications, schedules, and integration requirements
Coordinate design reviews, page turns, interdisciplinary reviews, and QA/QC activities
Manage RFIs, submittal reviews, design clarifications, and other construction-administration activities within project scope
Identify scope gaps, design conflicts, and coordination issues and drive them to resolution while ensuring deliverables meet client standards, applicable codes, contract requirements, and departmental quality expectations
Support development of BAS/EPMS-specific input to Owner Project Requirements (OPR) and early space-planning / schematic design efforts in coordination with the AE’s basis of design
Represent Smart Tech Contracting at site visits, including existing-condition surveys and BAS/EPMS-related punch-list walkthroughs
Coordinate BAS/EPMS scope interfaces with other MEP subconsultants, electrical and mechanical engineers, and controls subcontractors as Smart Tech’s design-side point of contact
Coordinate resource and material forecasting for assigned design scope
Coordinate or oversee start-up, cutover, pre-functional / functional testing, and BAS/EPMS project closeout activities during construction administration
Financial & Change Management (20%)
Own project budgets, forecasts, profitability, and financial performance
Monitor labor utilization, consultant costs, project burn, and remaining effort against budget
Maintain accurate project forecasts and communicate financial risks to leadership
Identify changes in scope and prepare additional-service proposals and change-order documentation
Support client negotiations related to scope, schedule, fees, and contract adjustments while protecting design quality and client satisfaction
Develop and maintain schedules of value / cost schedules to support client progress billing
Evaluate controls-subcontractor and vendor proposals during procurement and construction administration and provide award recommendations where applicable
Schedule & Risk Management (15%)
Develop and maintain project schedules aligned with client and overall MEP design milestones
Track design deliverables, dependencies, decisions, reviews, and approvals
Identify schedule, staffing, scope, technical, and commercial risks and develop appropriate mitigation plans
Coordinate resource needs with engineering and department leadership and escalate significant risks, client concerns, or delivery constraints as appropriate
Client & Stakeholder Management (15%)
Serve as the primary day-to-day client contact for assigned projects
Lead project meetings with clients, architects, MEP consultants, Engineers of Record, internal engineering teams, and other project stakeholders
Communicate project status, financial performance, schedule, risks, technical decisions, and action items clearly and professionally
Maintain strong working relationships with client teams and consultant partners to support successful delivery and repeat business
Promote Smart Tech Contracting’s BAS/EPMS design capabilities to AE firms, owners, and industry partners; support marketing materials and firm positioning within the design community
Identify and develop new project opportunities with existing AE and client relationships to support account growth
Support proposal development, project expansions, and additional-service opportunities and represent Smart Tech Contracting professionally as an MEP design consultant
Process Improvement & Administration (5%)
Maintain accurate project documentation, meeting minutes, action logs, schedules, forecasts, and status reports
Utilize Smartsheet and other project-management tools to provide transparency into project performance
Support departmental standards, templates, lessons learned, and best-practice libraries
Maintain project contract administration records; manage personal and project hours using company tools
Leverage AI and emerging technologies where appropriate to improve project planning, reporting, workflow efficiency, and consistency
Technology, Digital Tools & AI-Enabled Efficiency
Identify opportunities to apply AI-enabled tools and workflow automation across design documentation, forecasting, and quality processes for BAS/EPMS projects
Support adoption of Smart Tech Contracting’s SmartTech.ai platform and related tools to strengthen design readiness, QA/QC, and project controls
Collaborate with the Special Projects & Innovation (SPI) team to pilot and roll out emerging technologies that align with departmental standards for data security, privacy, and operational integrity
Promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement in the use of technology to optimize design delivery and scalability
Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget
Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Working knowledge of MEP consulting and design-project delivery
Working knowledge of BAS/BMS and/or EPMS systems and their relationship to mechanical and electrical systems
Understanding of MEP design phases and construction-document development
Ability to coordinate technical design deliverables including sequences of operation, points / alarm lists, system diagrams, specifications, and integration requirements
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, standards, submittals, and equipment data
Knowledge of mission-critical facility and data-center design requirements strongly preferred
Ability to manage multiple concurrent design projects, competing deadlines, and project stakeholders
Proven ability to manage project budgets, forecasts, profitability, scope changes, and change orders
Strong project scheduling, risk-management, organizational, and decision-making skills
Strong client-facing communication and relationship-management skills
Proficiency with MS Office Suite and project-management / design-collaboration platforms such as Smartsheet, Bluebeam, Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud / BIM 360, or similar
Familiarity with Revit / BIM design workflows preferred
Ability to work effectively with engineers, architects, MEP consultants, clients, and construction teams
Ability to work successfully in a remote environment through strong communication, organization, self-motivation, proactiveness, and accountability
Ability to work under pressure and meet compressed design schedules
Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to improve project workflows and operational efficiency
Knowledge of MEP, fire alarm (FA), and fire protection (FP) trades and their interface with BAS/EPMS systems
Knowledge of Method of Procedure (MOP) development and critical-facility work-notification processes
Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working on a computer
Ability to move through offices, project sites, and facility environments as needed
Ability to occasionally lift or move items up to 25 pounds
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Up to approximately 10% travel for client meetings, design workshops, project coordination, and occasional site visits
Domestic travel may be required; a valid REAL ID-compliant identification or passport is required for air travel
Travel may include transportation by car or plane depending on business needs
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field preferred
Equivalent combination of education and relevant industry experience may be considered
5+ years of project management, design management, or engineering-project delivery experience within MEP consulting, building automation, controls, or technically complex facilities
Demonstrated experience owning projects through multiple design phases
Mission-critical or data-center design experience strongly preferred
BENEFITS
Smart Tech Contracting offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include
Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
Dental and vision plans
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
Paid parental leave after one year of employment
CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC residents only: In accordance with CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC law, the range provided is STC's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location.
Smart Tech Contracting is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce.
Are you ready to challenge yourself and redefine standards in the AEC industry? Apply now and join our award-winning team!
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