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PremiStar · 1 day ago

Controls Department Manager - HVAC

Macon, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

PremiStar is a company focused on providing a compelling work culture and employee appreciation. The Controls Department Manager is responsible for the management, administration, growth, and profitability of the Controls Department, ensuring the successful implementation of the annual strategic plan.

CommercialHeating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)Home ImprovementIndustrial

Responsibilities

Planning, organizing, controlling, and coordinating all aspects of the Controls Department

Scheduling jobs based on the known or expected complexity of the perceived work against the capabilities of available staff and the planned or promised completion time/date

Managing software, computer, and technology needs for the Department

Requires continuous improvement through OEM training and software updates. Stay out in front of new software releases and impacts to our customers; revise system architecture requirements and cost impact to estimating workbook as necessary

Ability to prepare estimates for large control projects, new installations, and retrofits

Managing and leading the on-site commissioning efforts

Managing the necessary administrative records and controls to protect the interests of the corporation and the customer, including prompt and accurate invoicing, project close-out, and AR

Coordinating the efficient use and allocation of securing and the handling of controls parts and inventory

Resolving customer concerns and complaints in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner

Working with suppliers on software and parts-related pricing, performance, reliability, and availability

Providing annual performance appraisals for all Controls Department employees

Hiring of staff required to deliver Controls projects successfully

Performing management-level duties as directed by the Director of Operations

Implementing quality control procedures for the Controls Department to ensure optimal customer service, efficient use of equipment and time, and meeting departmental strategic and budgetary goals

Qualification

HVACR/Controls experienceNiagara programmingHoneywell BMSDistech Software SuiteProject estimationMicrosoft Office SuiteLeadership skillsCustomer serviceSales skillsQuality control proceduresCommunication skills

Required

Five or more years of combined practical and academic engineering and design experience in the full range of HVACR/Controls sub-fields, including programming and configuring of Niagara, Honeywell, and Distech BMS

Good oral and written communication skills, including the ability to work equally well with potential customers, current customers, employees, support team members, and the general public

Excellent leadership and supervisory skills to motivate his/her employees to higher achievements and to keep the departmental morale high

Ability to visit departmental employees at the actual job site, e.g., rooftops, crawl spaces, refrigeration rooms, confined spaces, etc

Skill and ability in promoting and selling new engineering jobs on the phone and face-to-face

Ability to comprehend and implement applicable HVACR-related federal, state, and local government laws, codes, and regulations

Ability to represent Hamlin at HVACR-related social activities

Familiarity with the following computer software programs: Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Access, in the most current version), Honeywell, Tridium Niagara, and Distech Software Suite (EC-gfxProgram, XpressNetwork Utility, etc.)