Project Manager - BAS
Description
If you thrive in a team-oriented workplace that challenges your skills, drives your career development, embraces diversity, and rewards innovation, with competitive pay and great employee programs, join the Ainsworth (a GDI company) team today!
Job Summary:
The Project Manager will be responsible for the overall execution and performance of service executed on mechanical or technical retrofit construction projects. The role will be responsible for consistent and repeatable project management standardized procedures and processes, achieving financial results on assigned projects and provide project coordination for day-to-day activities of Ainsworth employees and sub-contractors. The role will also be responsible for new work and change orders from the existing customer base, will provide services on project estimating and estimating reviews and will act as a technical resource for sales on large projects..
Responsibilities:
- Participates in pre-bid reviews and sales-to-operations turnover meetings to evaluate the accuracy of the sales estimate and job layout.
- Analyzes plans, construction contract specifications, and codes to determine project requirements.
- Follows up with appropriate management to ensure understanding and satisfaction of job scope.
- Manages the development of project plans of project activity assuring effective execution by the Project Team.
- Monitors progress to ensure compliance with the pre-determined execution plan.
- Prepares or oversees the preparation of engineering re-estimate reports. Utilizes financial and monthly forecasting to manage and contain costs. Utilizes financial and monthly forecasting tools and works with other team members to monitor, manage, and control costs.
- Prepares or oversees the preparation of progress billings, pursues timely payments from the customer, and authorizes payments to material suppliers and subcontractors.
- Possess a strong understanding of HVAC Control Systems to accurately appraise existing BAS systems components, evaluate general site conditions, and recommend the most applicable system or technical solutions.
- Participates in job site final walk-through and manages the completion of all close-out documentation such as As-Built drawings and system operating instructions, transfers or excess materials, billings, collections and payments, and all project records.
- Attends scheduled Operations Team meetings to review business practices, financial updates, health and safety updates, and company updates.
- Assist in lead generation with the sales team on projects and generate revenue opportunities within the customer base on projects.
- Manage project performance by creating and executing project work plans being actively engaged in on-site work, including installation, commissioning, and testing, providing monthly reports as required, and tracking quality issues and team development.
- Establish and maintain strong partnerships with clients responsible for the decision-making process. Actively listen, probe, and identify concerns. Understand each customer's business and demonstrate technical expertise to develop credibility, loyalty, and trust.
- Change Order Estimates work and/or assists sales team with estimates
- Reviews contracts, drawings, and specifications
- Contract management
- Creating and implementing Specific Site Safety Plans
- Development and monitoring of project plans and milestones
- Creating, maintaining, and updating schedules
- Fiscal reporting and forecasting of projects
- Progress billings and pursues timely client payments
- Subcontractor overall management; to include RFPs, scope of work documentation, subcontract management, approving progress payments, etc
- Manages the completion of all close-out documentation; warranty letters, as-builts, billings, permits, and all project records
- Continually enforces safety to the highest standards
Qualifications:
- 3-5+ years of experience as a DDC Project Manager
- BS/BA in Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
- Previous Project Management experience in the field of BAS and Mechanical Environments is preferred.
- Understanding and knowledge of construction and contracting processes, industry fundamentals, and business operations
- Understanding and knowledge of building mechanical/electrical systems and equipment, Delta DDC controls systems software/architecture, typical DDC controls system devices
- Understanding of project financials and accrual based account.
- Organized and committed to record keeping and documentation best practices
- Strong interpersonal, communication, presentation, technical, and financial abilities
- Working experience with Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint software.
- Strong Leadership skills and the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to multi-task in a complex environment, dealing with multiple projects and clients.
- Experience working with other consultants and contractors, and coordination of integrated projects and building solutions.
- Knowledgeable regarding Federal and State building codes, ASHRAE, and NFPA standards
- Display a strong sense of urgency and ability to prioritize tasks.
Why work at Ainsworth (a GDI company)?
Ainsworth (a GDI company) is growing at an unprecedented rate and to help attract and retain top talent, we provide benefits on your first day with us. We offer a wide variety of benefits including the following:
Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental and medical benefits, including wellness supports, and generous vacation
Rewards: Service milestones and peer recognition plus Employee Discounts and Incentives
Flexibility: Hybrid working models, where applicable
Diversity: An inclusive organization that embraces diversity and belonging; work in a great team atmosphere with future potential for promotion within company
While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
Ainsworth (a GDI Company) is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified designated group members are encouraged to apply as any reasonable accommodation of qualifications will be considered as per our Accommodation Policy, available upon request.
Ainsworth (a GDI Company) is an integrated multi-trade company, offering end-to-end services and solutions for all asset maintenance and refurbishment requirements of our customers. We are continually striving to create better and more advanced products as well as provide the highest quality service. We are rapidly growing and need talented professionals to help drive our vision at becoming the best multi-trade company in the country! Join us…. Make a difference.
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