Senior Building Automation Systems Project Manager
Leads large-scale building automation (BAS) and controls projects for commercial and mission-critical facilities from a fully remote US role — managing design, procurement, installation, testing, and turnover while owning budgets, risk, and client reporting. Requires 8+ years of BAS project management and knowledge of platforms (Niagara 4, Siemens, JCI) and protocols (BACnet, Modbus, OPC-UA).
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Dulles, VA
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- 4+ years
- Category
- Project management
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Advanced knowledge of large-scale BAS/Controls platform implementation for commercial, industrial automation, and mission-critical projects
- Advanced knowledge of BAS platforms (Niagara 4, Siemens, Schneider Electric, Johnson Controls, Honeywell, Distech, Automated Logic) and protocols (BACnet, Modbus, SNMP, OPC-UA, MQTT)
- Familiarity with mission-critical facility requirements, NFPA 70E, OSHA, owner design guides, MOPs, SOPs, and EOPs
- Experience with startup, cutover, pre-functional/functional testing, integrated systems testing, and turnover documentation
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 or MS Project, Procore, BIM 360, and cost-management platforms
- Demonstrated ability to lead distributed teams in high-pressure, schedule-compressed environments
- Exceptional client-facing communication, negotiation, and presentation capabilities
- Skilled in completing assignments accurately with attention to detail
- Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows and optimize processes
- Ability to work successfully in a remote environment with self-motivation and proactive communication
- Ability to identify and analyze complex problems and implement effective solutions
- Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
- Ability to achieve NFPA 70E and/or OSHA certification if required
- Organizational skills with ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field OR equivalent industry experience
- 8+ years delivering BAS/Controls projects, with 4+ years as lead or senior PM on complex commercial or mission-critical projects
- Up to 25% travel to any/all 50 US states; valid REAL ID (or passport) required for domestic air travel
Nice to have
- PMP, CCP, NICET IV, or relevant BAS/controls manufacturer certifications
Full description
Position Title: Senior Building Automation Systems Project Manager
Position Location: Remote - work virtually from anywhere in the United States, Ashburn, VA area (Virginia, Washington, D.C.) Preferred
JOB SUMMARY
The Senior Building Automation Systems Project Manager will provide strategic leadership in our BAS / Controls department to plan, execute, and close large-scale building automation and controls projects for commercial and mission critical environments. You will manage fast-paced projects coordinating cross-functional teams (BAS, HVAC controls, mechanical, electrical, IT / OT networks, integration, and commissioning) from design through integrated systems testing and owner turnover.
The Senior Building Automation Systems Project Manager will act as the primary interface between owners, contractors, designers, equipment OEMs, commissioning agents, subcontractors and other trades. You will drive aggressive schedules using phase overlap, prefabrication, and coordinated deployment strategies while upholding safety, quality, reliability, and client satisfaction targets. You will own project P&L, risk management, and executive-level reporting for high value projects and programs.
The Senior Building Automation Systems Project Manager will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.
The Senior Building Automation Systems Project Manager will self-direct on day-to-day work and receives high level instruction on new projects, tasks or assignments.
The Senior Building Automation Systems Project Manager will execute and lead teams and projects, tasks or assignments of complex scope. May coordinate activities of other personnel.
This person will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Program and Construction Execution (55%)
- Lead project initiation, design-assist, long-lead procurement, RFIs/submittals, site installation, startup, functional testing, integrated systems testing, and turnover on parallel schedules
- Manage BAS/controls scope with HVAC controls, equipment integrations, front-end graphics, IT / OT networks, electrical / power monitoring interfaces, and owner building-management platforms
- Develop optimized work sequences and deployment strategies to meet client schedule and operational readiness targets
- Evaluate and review subcontractor proposals and provide recommendations on contract award
Financial and Risk Management (20%)
- Own budgets, cash-flow forecasts, contingency management, and earned-value tracking