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Building Controls Project Manager - Mission Critical

McCarthy Building Companies·Full Time·Posted September 28, 2026

Location
Traveling
Pay
$103k – $142k

Lead BMS and EPMS delivery for mission-critical commercial projects with extensive travel across the continental U.S.

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What comes with it

  • Per diem eligible
  • National travel

Job Summary

McCarthy Building Companies is seeking a site-based Building Controls Project Manager to lead controls planning, coordination, installation, commissioning, and delivery for mission-critical construction projects. The position manages Building Management Systems and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems while coordinating owners, commissioning agents, vendors, and subcontractors.

Project Details

This role supports mission-critical commercial facilities and controls systems, including BMS and EPMS installations, start-up, testing, balancing, and commissioning. The position requires extensive travel to project sites throughout the continental United States.

Responsibilities

  • Manage controls design integration, contract document reviews, subcontractor coordination, and field implementation.
  • Coordinate controls commissioning with the owner, commissioning agent, vendors, and controls subcontractors.
  • Support schedules for controls start-up, testing, balancing, system checkout, and commissioning activities.
  • Review controls materials and equipment before installation and monitor installation and start-up progress.
  • Coordinate vendor installation and operational verification, equipment controls, submittals, and system reviews.
  • Report project progress and represent the company in owner meetings.
  • Support preconstruction planning for controls scopes on mission-critical projects.

Required Experience

  • At least 7 years of construction, controls design, or controls coordination experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering preferred.
  • Mission-critical construction experience highly preferred.
  • Working knowledge of construction and design practices, mechanical and plumbing systems, and medium- and low-voltage electrical systems.
  • Experience with controls subcontracts and subcontractors.

Compensation and Benefits

For California locations, the salary range is $113,500-$141,900. For Colorado locations, the estimated salary range is $103,200-$129,000. Bonus eligibility and travel subsistence may be available under company guidelines.

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