Mantis Innovation

Building Controls Project Manager

Mantis Innovation · Atlanta, GA
Atlanta, GA $100K–$130K Posted 2026-07-16
Salary
$100K–$130K
Type
Full-time
Experience
5+ yr

About Mantis
We help organizations improve how their buildings perform by bringing together energy, facility operations, and sustainability into one connected approach. At Mantis, our teams work across the full lifecycle of a facility—from planning and design to field execution and long-term asset management—across commercial and industrial portfolios, data centers, and complex mechanical systems.
Our work spans four core areas: Building Controls, Energy Efficiency, Energy Advisory, and Facility Management—covering HVAC/mechanical optimization, BMS/BAS and EPMS controls, lighting system upgrades, energy brokerage, roofing and building envelope assessments, construction management, and more.
Whether you’re in sales, engineering, construction/project management, field operations, corporate, or technology, you’ll play a role in delivering these solutions and helping clients improve facility performance.

This is not a traditional PM role—we’re looking for someone who understands how BMS systems actually 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.

Note: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.

What else can we offer you?
We offer a fantastic lineup of benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, 401k Matching, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Short Term & Long Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, and a flexible hybrid work schedule (for office-based employees). Working at Mantis also brings tremendous professional development opportunities that allow you to make a real impact on both the company and your career!

Not sure you meet every single requirement?
Studies show that women and individuals from underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they check every box. At Mantis, we’re committed to building an inclusive and equitable team—so if this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you, even if your experience doesn’t match every single qualification.

Mantis Innovation is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

  • Demonstrates working knowledge of BMS controls systems, sequences of operation, and platform capabilities (e.g., Tridium Niagara, Distech Controls)
  • Effectively partners with engineering and field teams by understanding controls architecture, system integration, commissioning workflows, and documentation requirements
  • 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, commissioning documentation, and closeout deliverables maintained accurately and submitted on time
  • Demonstrates accountability, ownership, and sound judgment in project execution


Manage BMS projects from contract award through closeout, ensuring alignment with controls design, system architecture, client requirements, and contractual commitments


Lead project execution across scope, procurement, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, commissioning, and closeout activities


Partner with Controls Engineers and Technicians to ensure accurate interpretation of sequences of operation, system design intent, and field implementation requirements


Maintain working knowledge of BMS platforms and controllers, including Tridium Niagara and Distech Controls , along with common integration protocols such as BACnet and Modbus


Review project scope to ensure alignment with controls deliverables, programming, graphics, commissioning, and turnover requirements


Coordinate with technicians, subcontractors, engineering, and procurement teams to ensure timely execution and delivery of project milestones


Support issue resolution by understanding common BMS troubleshooting challenges, integration risks, commissioning activities, and field constraints


Act as a bridge between technical teams and clients by translating controls concepts into clear project updates and expectations


Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and resource plans across all project phases


Own change order identification, pricing, and approval to ensure full scope recovery and margin protection


Track and manage project financial performance while understanding technical scope drivers such as controls hardware, integration complexity, commissioning effort, and labor utilization


Coordinate and oversee commissioning activities, system checkouts, and point-to-point testing performed by engineering and field teams


Communicate project status, risks, financial performance, and escalation items to clients, contractors, and internal leadership


Execute project closeout, including financial reconciliation, as-built documentation, commissioning signoff, and final turnover packages

  • 5+ years of project management experience in BAS/BMS Controls, Building Automation, low-voltage systems, or related technical construction environments
  • Demonstrates working knowledge of BMS platforms (e.g., Tridium Niagara, Distech Controls), controls architecture, and common integration protocols (BACnet, Modbus)
  • Experience managing project budgets, forecasts, schedules, and overall financial performance
  • Proven ability to read and interpret contracts, electrical drawings, control schematics, construction documents, and technical project plans
  • Familiarity with commissioning processes, controls networks, and building automation infrastructure
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software
  • PMP certification preferred


Work environment: Hybrid role across office and field environments supporting active construction, retrofit, and mission-critical projects


Physical requirements:

  • Sitting, standing, and walking active jobsites
  • Ability to review field conditions and coordinate with site teams
  • Ability to navigate construction environments while complying with site safety requirements

Schedule expectations:

  • Standard working hours with project-driven variability
  • Travel required based on project portfolio
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