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Established in 1986, ATS Companies is the leading provider of energy management services, automated control systems, critical airflow solutions, and building systems integration. We aim to be the market leader in excellence in building technologies by providing the industry’s best teams, engineered solutions, service support, and products.

At ATS, we custom engineer and install building automation systems to optimize buildings’ mechanical and electrical systems, reduce building energy consumption, increase tenant comfort, and maximize the productivity of tenants and facilities management personnel.

With multiple offices in the Inland Northwest Region and growing across the United States, ATS supports and manages complex building automation and controls projects across the country and abroad. We seek out candidates from diverse backgrounds who are curious and eager to learn, have excellent communication skills, and who possess an exceptional work ethic and initiative.

ATS is committed to employee development and offers an extensive training program and ongoing advancement to all employees. Our company enjoys remarkable tenure, and we take pride in our employees’ ability to grow their career and find long-term success at ATS.

We are seeking an experienced Building Automation Systems (BAS) Controls Project Manager to lead and deliver commercial and institutional controls projects from kickoff through closeout. This role is ideal for someone who understands both the technical and operational sides of BAS projects and can confidently manage scope, schedule, budget, and people.

You will serve as the primary point of contact for assigned projects, coordinating with internal engineering and field teams, subcontractors, vendors, and customers to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

• Manage BAS controls projects from contract award through final acceptance
• Own project scope, schedule, budget, forecasting, and cost control
• Coordinate engineering, programming, graphics, installation, commissioning, and closeout activities
• Serve as the primary customer interface, including meetings, progress updates, and issue resolution
• Review contracts, specifications, sequences of operation, and submittals
• Manage change orders, including scope evaluation, pricing, and documentation
• Lead project planning meetings and internal handoffs
• Track labor, material, and subcontractor performance
• Ensure projects comply with safety standards, company processes, and quality expectations
• Support startup, commissioning, and owner training as required

This position requires a combination of working in an office environment and routine visits to project jobsites up to 50% of working hours. Project jobsites present typical construction and outdoor conditions that require the use of personal protective equipment for safety purposes. Lifting and exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds more frequently is required. Must be comfortable climbing a ladder infrequently. Small repetitive motions and use of small tools are included.

• Annual base salary ranges from $75,000 - $124,000 depending on experience
• Benefits summary can be found at ATS Benefits

• Full-time, exempt
• Typical Monday – Friday working hours with flexibility as needed
• Local travel required up to with infrequent out-of-state travel

• 3+ years of BAS controls project management experience
• Strong understanding of building automation systems, HVAC controls, and low-voltage systems
• Experience managing commercial or institutional projects such as healthcare, education, or large office buildings
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and controls drawings
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• Proficiency with project management tools, spreadsheets, and documentation

• Hands-on background as a BAS technician, engineer or programmer
• Experience with platforms such as Niagara, Alerton, Distech, Delta, or similar
• Familiarity with BACnet, IP networks, and system integration
• Healthcare or mission-critical project experience
• PMP or similar certification

ATS is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities. When making hiring and employment decisions, we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, military service, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition as defined under state and federal law, or any other legally protected category. All such discrimination is strictly prohibited.

The above job description may not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.