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Cox Engineering · 2 days ago

Project Manager – BAS

Randolph, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$120K/yr - $140K/yr

5+ years exp

Cox Engineering is seeking an experienced, results-driven BAS Project Manager to join their team at Cox Energy & Sustainability. This role is responsible for the overall success of building automation system projects, including financial performance, schedule adherence, quality control, and client satisfaction.

Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)Real Estate

Hiring Manager

Shannon O'Leary

Responsibilities

Own the Project P&L: Maintain complete ownership of the project budget, tracking costs, managing expenses, and ensuring the project meets or exceeds profitability goals

Review and understand contractual obligations, scope of work, and specifications to prevent scope creep and manage risk

Develop and manage monthly financial forecasts. Oversee the monthly billing/invoicing process (including AIA documents)

Identify, estimate, propose, and negotiate all change order requests with the client, ensuring they are properly documented, approved, and integrated into the project scope and budget

Develop, maintain, and manage the master project schedule and detailed work breakdown structures using project management software

Collaborate with the Field Operations and Engineering Managers to coordinate the assignment of labor (engineers and field specialists) to meet project milestones

Manage and coordinate all subcontractors and vendors, ensuring adherence to quality, schedule, and contract terms. Review and process subcontractor and vendor invoices for accuracy

Serve as the central point of communication, building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, contractors, engineers, and internal teams

Lead project meetings (kick-off, progress, closeout), preparing and distributing detailed agendas, meeting minutes, and professional status reports to all relevant stakeholders

Proactively identify potential roadblocks, scheduling issues, and technical problems, developing and implementing mitigation strategies to ensure the project remains on schedule

Oversee the Project Coordinator in maintaining all project documentation, including submittals, RFIs, and closeout documents. The Project Manager is ultimately responsible for the completeness and accuracy of all documentation

Ensure the project is completed in accordance with specifications, drawings, and industry standards, culminating in successful commissioning and client acceptance

When required, provide hands-on technical guidance, troubleshooting support, and quality demonstrations to the field team. This includes setting the standard for critical commissioning tasks

Ensure timely completion of all punchlist items and manage equipment returns, warranty claims, and repairs

Qualification

BAS PlatformsProject Management SoftwareProject ManagementTechnical Construction DocumentsFinancial SoftwareLeadership SkillsNegotiation SkillsCross-Functional Team Management

Required

5+ years of progressive experience in Project Management, with a minimum of 3 years experience in the industry managing projects utilizing leading BAS platforms

Proven ability to manage the successful outcome of projects, which includes effectively orienting field specialists to accomplish field tasks

Expert proficiency in reading, interpreting, and applying technical construction documents, including blueprints, specifications, and contracts

Expert proficiency with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Procore, or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite

Demonstrated leadership skills, with a track record of successfully managing cross-functional teams (engineering, field) and strong external negotiation skills

Preferred

Prior field experience as an engineer or technician in the BAS industry

Familiarity with financial software and procurement processes in a construction environment (e.g., job costing, WIP analysis)

Benefits

Competitive salary with yearly bonuses, merit raises, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Paid vacation, personal days, holidays, and comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.

Professional development through industry training, in-office learning, and educational opportunities.

Additional benefits including company-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, office perks like snacks, cold brew coffee on tap, company swag, & more!