This is not a traditional PM role—we’re looking for someone who understands how BMS systems work, not just how to manage a schedule.
The BMS Project Manager ensures projects stay on budget, on schedule, and within contract by managing risk, tracking financial performance, and controlling change orders. This role requires a strong understanding of Building Management Systems (BMS), controls infrastructure, and platforms such as SCADA Ignition / PLC's, enabling effective coordination between engineering, field technicians, and clients. The PM is responsible for protecting margin, preventing scope creep, and ensuring technically sound project execution.
OUTCOMES
- Demonstrates working knowledge of BMS controls systems, sequences of operation, and platform capabilities (e.g., PLC's, SCADA, Ignition)
- Effectively partners with engineering and field teams by understanding controls architecture, system integration, and commissioning workflows
- 99%+ of project gross margin achieved vs. sold margin
- 90%+ of identified scope changes captured as approved change orders
- 90%+ of project milestones achieved on or before planned dates
- Monthly forecast accuracy within +/- 5% of actual financial performance
- 100% of project financials, contracts, and documentation maintained accurately and submitted on time
- Demonstrates accountability, ownership, and sound judgment in project execution
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage BMS projects from contract award through closeout; ensuring alignment with controls design, system architecture, client technical requirements, while maintaining financial and contractual alignment
- Partner with Controls Engineers and Technicians to ensure accurate interpretation of sequences of operation and system design
- Maintain working knowledge of BMS platforms (e.g., SCADA Ignition), controls networks (BACnet, Modbus), and system integrations
- Review project scope to ensure alignment with controls deliverables, graphics, programming, and commissioning requirements
- Support issue resolution by understanding basic troubleshooting of BMS systems and common field challenges
- Act as a bridge between technical teams and clients by translating controls concepts into clear project updates
- Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, and forecasts across all phases
- Own change order identification, pricing, and approval to ensure full scope recovery
- Track and manage project financial performance while understanding technical scope drivers such as controls hardware, integration complexity, and commissioning efforts
- Communicate project status, risks, and financial performance to clients and internal leadership
- Execute project closeout, including financial reconciliation and final documentation
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 3-7 years of BMS project management experience in construction, controls, or technical systems
- Demonstrates working knowledge of BMS controls systems, sequences of operation, and platform capabilities (e.g., SCADA Ignition, PLC's)
- Experience managing project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance
- Ability to read and interpret contracts, construction documents, and technical project plans
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Work environment: Hybrid role across office and field environments supporting active construction and retrofit projects
- Physical requirements:
- Sitting, standing, and occasional site visits
- Ability to review field conditions and coordinate with site teams
- Schedule expectations:
- Standard working hours with project-driven variability
- Travel required based on project portfolio
DISCLAIMERS
This position description describes the general nature and level of work expected for this role. It is not intended to be a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Responsibilities may change based on business needs, client demands, system changes, or economic conditions. Employees are expected to perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Skills Required
- 3-7 years of BMS project management experience in construction, controls, or technical systems
- Working knowledge of BMS controls systems, sequences of operation, and platform capabilities (e.g., SCADA Ignition, PLCs)
- Familiarity with controls networks and system integrations (BACnet, Modbus)
- Experience managing project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance
- Ability to read and interpret contracts, construction documents, and technical project plans
What We Do
As more businesses journey towards increased sustainability, they need experienced partners to transform today’s operations into tomorrow’s results. Mantis Innovation delivers smart, sustainable solutions to improve facility performance from any starting point along this journey. We provide managed facility services and turnkey program management with technology-enabled solutions that target the entire building footprint from roofs, walls, and pavement, to HVAC, lighting and power. Mantis Innovation offers a comprehensive and strategic set of solutions for managed facility services. We’re looking at the entire facility, inside and out, and can impact 70% of what a building operator allocates critical budget dollars toward. Our turnkey solutions maximize results at every touchpoint of facility performance. Our technology platforms make those touchpoints accurate and visceral, backed by data from billions of feet of facility space. We offer all of this with a white glove service, meaning our clients receive an unparalleled level of professionalism and care. Mantis Innovation is the premier provider of smart solutions that deliver better building performance through managed facility services and turnkey program management. Mantis leverages expertise from a vast array of professional disciplines in engineering, comprehensive data collection and analysis, technology-enabled solutions, and a network of trusted partners. The Mantis Innovation managed solutions include energy procurement, demand management, solar, roofing, building envelope, pavement, LED lighting, HVAC/mechanical, building automation systems, and data center optimization. Mantis is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with 17 locations across the United States from Massachusetts to Washington.
