Associate Project Manager - Automated Logic(Waco, TX)
The Associate Project Manager at Confidential Client in Waco, TX supports project delivery by managing building automation system projects to ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and meet customer satisfaction. This entry-level role involves coordinating project resources, tracking financial performance, managing scope changes, and collaborating with project teams and subcontractors to drive successful project outcomes.
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About the role
Confidential Client (Engineering) is hiring an Associate Project Manager to support building-automation systems (BAS) projects in Highland Park, TX. This is an entry-level project management role working closely with Project Managers, Field Supervisors, and operations teams to help deliver projects on time, on budget, and with high customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage assigned projects by following established project processes and coordinating the project team
- Deliver work per contractual requirements, ensuring projects finish on time and within budget
- Assist with financial tracking for projects, including planning, billing, revenue forecasting, A/R collections, and re-estimating installation costs
- Manage scope delivery and support the change-order process when scope changes occur
- Coordinate project materials and shared resources; identify resource constraints and support corrective actions
- Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors; identify issues and assist with resolution plans
- Support site visits, status reporting, and communication with stakeholders
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in project management within the building automation / controls industry
- Able to climb ladders or use lift equipment above 8 feet and lift up to 20 lbs
- Insurable to drive company or personal vehicles for business purposes
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or associate degree, or technical/business certificate in HVAC, controls, or related technical field
- Hands-on experience with building automation systems and controls
- Familiarity with building automation software (for example, WebCTRL) and installation of controls
- Working knowledge of TCP/IP networks and wireless technologies
- Ability to translate technical information for non-technical audiences
- Excellent verbal and written communication and strong teamwork skills
Pay Range
The annual salary for this position is between $53,000.00 - $106,000.00. Actual pay depends on skills, education, experience, and other qualifications. The pay will not be less than the minimum wage required by the jurisdiction where the employee is employed.
Other Compensation
This position may be eligible for short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.
Benefits
Employees may be eligible for benefits, which can include:
- Health care: medical, dental, vision; wellness programs
- Retirement benefits
- Paid time off and leave: vacation, sick, personal, holidays, parental, bereavement, jury duty, military leave (eligibility varies)
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and other tax-advantaged accounts
- Tuition assistance (subject to program rules)
Specific benefits and eligibility may vary by state and local law, hire date, and collective bargaining agreements.
Accommodations & EEO
Confidential Client is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides consideration to all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please indicate that need through the application process or contact Careertakes for assistance. Confidential Client complies with applicable affirmative action and accommodation laws.
Use of Technology in Hiring
Technology-enabled tools (including AI-assisted screening tools) may be used to support parts of the recruitment process. These tools are used to assist reviewers and do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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