BMS/EPMS Construction Manager

Job Description

Job Description

About Mantis

We help organizations improve how their buildings perform by bringing together energy, facility operations, and sustainability into one connected approach. At Mantis, our teams work across the full lifecycle of a facility—from planning and design to field execution and long-term asset management—across commercial and industrial portfolios, data centers, and complex mechanical systems.

Our work spans four core areas: Building Controls, Energy Efficiency, Energy Advisory, and Facility Management—covering HVAC/mechanical optimization, BMS/BAS and EPMS controls, lighting system upgrades, energy brokerage, roofing and building envelope assessments, construction management, and more.

Whether you’re in sales, engineering, construction/project management, field operations, corporate, or technology, you’ll play a role in delivering these solutions and helping clients improve facility performance.

SUMMARY

The Construction Manager leads BMS/EPMS construction and retrofit projects, owning field execution through planning and closeout. This role keeps projects on schedule and within budget by resolving field issues early and ensuring consistent, high-quality delivery.

OUTCOMES

• 90%+ of project milestones achieved on or before planned dates
• Final project costs within +/- 3% of approved budget
• Monthly forecast accuracy within +/-5% of actual project performance
• Zero recordable safety incidents across assigned projects
• <5% rework or punch list items tied to construction execution
• 100% of project documentation submitted accurately and on time for all project phases
• Demonstrates accountability, ownership, and reliability in project delivery

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead BMS construction and retrofit projects from planning through closeout
• Manage field execution, subcontractors, and site coordination across all project phases
• Service as primary point of contact for clients during construction and project delivery
• Own alignment of scope, schedule, and budget across the full project lifecycle
• Identify and resolve constructability, sequencing, and field execution issues
• Coordinate with project managers and engineering teams to deliver against technical and project requirements
• Develop and actively manage project budgets, forecasts, and resource plans across all phases
• Track project financial performance, including cost to complete, and escalate risks to budget or margin early
• Maintain accurate and timely project documentation, including schedules, budgets, and status updates
• Enforce quality standards and safety protocols across all project activities and execute project closeout

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of construction, controls, or technical project management experience
• Experience managing BMS, controls, or HVAC retrofit projects
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical documentation

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Significant experience leading multi-million dollar data center construction projects
• Significant experience leading BMS/EPMS controls commissioning, system integration, or controls platform migrations projects
• PMP or equivalent project management certification

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work environment: Field-based role across active construction sites and operational facilities, including mission-critical environments
• Physical requirements:
  • Walking job sites, standing for extended periods, climbing ladders as needed
  • Working in active construction and mechanical environments
  • Occasional lifting of equipment or materials
• Schedule expectations:
  • Standard working hours with project-driven variability
  • Travel required (up to ~30%) based on project needs

Note: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.

 

What else can we offer you?

We offer a fantastic lineup of benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, 401k Matching, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Short Term & Long Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, and a flexible hybrid work schedule (for office-based employees). Working at Mantis also brings tremendous professional development opportunities that allow you to make a real impact on both the company and your career!

 

Not sure you meet every single requirement?

Studies show that women and individuals from underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they check every box. At Mantis, we’re committed to building an inclusive and equitable team—so if this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you, even if your experience doesn’t match every single qualification.

 

Mantis Innovation is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.