Technical Lead Manager Jobs in Arlington Heights, IL

General Skills/Requirements

· Proficiency in English

· Strong interpersonal and oral/written communication skills

· Attention to details with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

· Solid time management skills

· Professional appearance

· Ability to interact professionally with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers

· Physically able to navigate/attend bid-walks and site visits at active construction sites

· Clean criminal background and credit history

· Must pass drug screening and background check (pre-employment and random)

Job Responsibilities

· Sales and Estimating

o Generate new sales/customers and maintain company’s existing BAS customer base

o Conceptual estimating/budgeting

o Mechanical/HVAC system BAS design as needed for design-build estimates/projects

o Read and understand mechanical piping/HVAC/BAS drawings

o Review project specifications to ensure bid compliance

o Perform accurate quantity take-offs and utilize unit pricing method to generate BAS project estimates

o Solicit quotations from subcontractors and suppliers

o Compile take-offs and quotations to prepare accurate and timely estimates

o Prepare and submit proposals to customers

· Project Management

o Simultaneously manage multiple BAS projects

o Review contracts to ensure compliance

o Direct and monitor sold BAS projects from start to completion

o Manage project material buyouts/purchasing

o Meet with contractors and vendors to ensure quality product and timely deliveries

o Manage construction budget by monitoring project expenditures, identifying and evaluating variances in expenditures vs. estimate, and negotiating change orders

o Create/process submittals, RFIs, change orders, billings, closeout documents and other project related documents/processes

o Work with other project management team members to facilitate and oversee field crew installations and subcontractors on multiple projects – regular interaction with union tradesmen

o Support foremen and field staff with project needs

o Visit projects to review work and ensure safe/on-time field installations.

Experience/Education

· Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent trade/related experience

· Experience with commercial/industrial building automation systems

· Experience with selling/installing Distech, Honeywell, Alerton, and similar BACnet Open Protocol BAS systems.

· 5-10 years experience in the mechanical/HVAC construction industry

· Niagara N4 and/or AX Certified a plus but not required

· Basic knowledge of construction accounting

· Proficient in Microsoft suite of general office programs

· P.E. License or E.I.T. License a plus, but not required

Possessing the above skills/experience not necessary to apply. Will provide training for the right candidate who possesses ample drive, work ethic, and ability to learn necessary concepts/skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $115,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person