Project Manager - Industrial Automation

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Entry level
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The Role
Manage industrial automation and HVAC controls projects from estimating and sales support through design, installation coordination, financial oversight, documentation, customer communication, and owner training. Develop customer relationships, cross-sell services, review submittals and change orders, coordinate engineering and field teams, procure subcontractors, support scheduling, and ensure project profitability and customer satisfaction.
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PURPOSE

Create and develop relationships supportive of the Baker Group mission statement with employees, internal and external customers. Additionally, provide opportunities to increase business unit revenues by marketing and cross selling products and services provided by Baker Group. This includes, but is not limited to industrial process and HVAC controls. Manage projects in a manner that compliments all facets of the project from design to owner training. Maintain and grow the “Customer for Life” concept for existing and new customers.

Provides sales support as needed to secure potential sales, reviews estimates as required, initiates sales/ops turnovers and documents scope, reviews control submittals and re-estimate, assists in scheduling, revenue forecasting. Prices all change orders ensuring customer labor rates/markups are met. Provides reviews/goals of ops team members. Responsible for execution coordination, project documentation, project financials, and customer satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be constructed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Understand industrial automation systems

• Understand manufacturing, processing, and HVAC systems

• Offer and implement solutions to customers through engineering and field personnel

• Develop relationships with existing customers and pursue opportunities which provide long-term customer relationships and revenue opportunities

• Educate customers on Baker Group capabilities not only in the industrial automation business, but also to cross sell capabilities for revenue opportunities within other business units

• Develop solutions for customers utilizing internal estimating software and standard product selections

• Review solutions with Baker Group team members prior to submitting to customer – make sure we can deliver what we are selling

• Act as the account manager or single point of contact with customer during project execution

• Attend scheduling meetings with Operations Manager – assist with scheduling field labor

• Attend project meetings internal and external – provide communication written and verbal regarding information requests, proposal requests, coordination, submittal reviews, etc.

• Initiate turnover meetings to engineering and field discussing project scope, safety, timelines, etc.

• Procure subcontracts as required for installation – utilize procurement documented format when obtaining multiple bids

• Utilize company standard documents for business development, pre-proposal checklists, turnovers, subcontracts, purchase orders, warranty, etc.

• Manage the project to ensure financial success of the project

• Accurate daily time and equipment reporting

• Cross sell and cold call

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Science, Construction Management, or Engineering preferred

• Experience in industrial and process controls

• Experience in estimating and managing automation projects, as well as, building and growing customer relationships

• Must have a good driving record

• A contingency for employment will require the successfully passing of a background investigation

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Entrepreneurial spirit

• Positive attitude

• Team player, collaborative with the group

• Ability to develop and maintain long-term relationships

• Communication skills; direct with customers, construction team, and internal

• Knowledge of building automation systems


ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

At any given time, may be exposed to:

• Normal office conditions

Baker Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Baker Group will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Science, Construction Management, or Engineering
  • Experience in industrial and process controls
  • Experience estimating and managing automation projects
  • Experience building and growing customer relationships
  • Good driving record
  • Successfully pass a background investigation
  • Knowledge of building automation systems
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The Company
HQ: Ankeny, Iowa
847 Employees
Year Founded: 1964

What We Do

Established in 1963, Baker Group is Iowa’s premier full-service specialty contractor—serving commercial, industrial, institutional, and mission-critical markets across the country. We offer integrated solutions in mechanical, electrical, sheet metal, plumbing, piping, building automation, fire alarm, access control, CCTV, and 24/7 service and maintenance. Our offsite manufacturing capabilities and modular construction approach allow us to deliver faster, safer, and more cost-effective projects with consistent quality. What sets us apart is our collaborative, data-driven process. By aligning design, field, and BIM teams from day one, we reduce risk, increase efficiency, and deliver long-term value. We don’t just build systems—we build trusted partnerships. As an employee-owned company, we’re deeply invested in exceptional outcomes for our clients and communities. At Baker Group, you can always Expect the Best®.

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