Project Manager Team Leader - Automation

PURPOSE

The Project Manager Team Leader - Automation will create and develop relationships supportive of the Baker Group Core Focus and Values with team members, internal and external customers. Additionally, provide opportunities to increase business unit revenues by marketing and cross selling products and services provided by Baker Group. Manage projects in a manner that compliments all facets of the project from design to owner training. Maintain and grow the "Client for Life" concept for existing and new clients.

This role will also assist the Business Unit Leader in providing inspiring day-to-day hands-on leadership of the Business Unit. Coach, mentor, and train the next generation of leaders. 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 team members. Responsible for execution coordination, project documentation, project financials, and customer satisfaction. Performs related work as required.

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.

• Directly oversee a team of project managers and project engineers
• Coach, mentor, and train project managers and project engineers
• Establish and communicate SMART goals for direct reports, regularly evaluating their performance against these goals
• Understand automation systems
• Provide and implement solutions to clients by collaborating with engineering and field team members
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients while actively seeking new opportunities to drive long-term partnerships and revenue growth
• Educate clients on Baker Group capabilities in automation business, and cross-sell capabilities for revenue opportunities across other business units
• Utilize internal estimating software and standard product selections to develop solutions for clients and review with team members prior to submission to ensure we can deliver what we are selling
• Serve as account manager or the primary point of contact for clients
• Attend scheduling meetings with Operations Manager and assist with the coordination of field labor
• Attend internal and external project meetings- effectively communicating project updates, proposal requests, coordination, submittal reviews, etc.
• Lead project turnover meetings with engineering and field to discuss scope, safety, timelines and other critical factors.
• Procure subcontracts as required for installation, utilizing procurement documented format when obtaining multiple bids
• Utilize company standard documents for business development, pre-proposal checklists, turnovers, subcontracts, purchase orders, warranties, etc.
• Oversee project execution to ensure financial success and operational efficiency.
• Seek out opportunities to cross-sell services while engaging in cold calling to expand business reach
• Participate in quarterly CSR review meetings with direct reports
• Assess, support and promote professional development of direct reports
• Conduct annual performance reviews for all direct reports

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Science, Construction Management or Engineering preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Automation and HVAC systems
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in estimating and managing automation projects, as well as building and growing client relationships

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Current driver's license

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Able to manage teams successfully and profitably
• Advanced knowledge of Control Systems design and construction, means and methods, estimating, scheduling, and cost control
• Ability to delegate effectively the type and amount of work to others in order to leverage personal effectiveness
• Effectively prioritize and balance the "big picture" and immediate responsibilities
• Ability to listen effectively, value the opinions of others, and acknowledge contributions of others
• Ability to communicate and work well with others at all levels
• Ability to train, manage, and hold staff accountable to get results
• Ability to recognize, select, and hire top talent at appropriate times
• Ability to manage risk in understanding areas of exposure in estimates, schedules, contracts, and site conditions
• Ability to resolve issues promptly for a "win-win" solution
• Consistently display natural leadership skills and qualities to guide the team leaders and other direct reports
• Value and support company mission and culture, as well as participate in community activities
• Display honesty, integrity, sound reasoning, good judgment and values, and lead by example, all while maintaining strong internal and external relationships at all levels

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds occasionally
• Significant field and client interactions on construction job sites, which may require prolonged periods of standing, walking and/or climbing stairs
• Occasional exposure to variety of temperature and weather conditions

EQUIPMENT/TOOLS

• Laptop computer

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.