BAS Service Project Manager

Legence • San Jose, CA

10d • $55 - $70 • Onsite

About The Position

Therma is seeking a BAS Service Project Manager in our San Jose office who will be responsible for project management, field execution, estimating, customer relations, and financial oversight. Approximately 80% of the position is field time: performing installations, start-ups, troubleshooting, field repairs, and occasionally Preventative Maintenance. The remaining 20% is office-based time: estimating, project financial management, customer communication, and other administrative duties. This position is ideal for a candidate who enjoys unique project challenges, thrives in fast-paced field environments, and can seamlessly shift between tools on field work and professional project administration.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in HVAC controls industry; field experience required.
• Prior project management or estimating experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, schematics, and submittals.
• Strong understanding of project budgeting, cost control, and forecasting.
• Comfortable performing field installations, troubleshooting, testing, and commissioning.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, project management systems, and mobile field tools.
• Ability to work on active construction sites, rooftops, mechanical rooms, and various field environments.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, use ladders, and work in mechanical spaces.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on field work including installation, troubleshooting, commissioning, repairs, and minor project-level construction activities.
• Complete project scopes independently or while leading small field crews as required.
• Conduct site walks, gather field measurements, identify required materials, and validate scope accuracy.
• Coordinate directly with customers, inspectors, and subcontractors during field activities.
• Perform redlines, markups, and as-built updates to reflect actual field conditions.
• Track daily labor hours, material usage, equipment needs, and job progress.
• Support value engineering, constructability feedback, and field-driven scope clarifications.
• Ensure safety compliance and enforce jobsite safety standards for all personnel.
• Represent Therma professionally while working on active customer sites.
• Prepare quotes for small to mid-size projects, including cost buildup for labor, materials, subcontractors, and equipment.
• Review Preventative Maintenance (PM) reports and generate corrective repair proposals.
• Support sales by identifying additional opportunities during site visits.
• Maintain professional and timely communication with clients and internal teams.
• Attend project and customer meetings as needed.
• Develop and maintain customer relationships; ensure client satisfaction throughout project lifecycle.
• Prepare and issue contracts, change orders, submittals, and project correspondence.
• Develop project budgets, monitor costs, and provide accurate projections.
• Track material procurement, equipment rentals, labor hours, and subcontractor invoices.
• Manage revenue goals and maintain margin performance on assigned projects.
• Review monthly PM and job-cost reports; identify variances and implement corrective action.
• Ensure all project documentation (including turnover documents) is accurate, timely, and compliant with Therma’s established PM procedures.
• Provide turnover documentation and warranty letter to client at the end of each job.
• Follow up with billing to ensure timely invoices and verify payment.
• Follow up on any unpaid invoices after 90 days unpaid.
• Lead project teams in both field and operational settings.
• Facilitate resolution of job problems, technical obstacles, and customer concerns.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match: Currently match contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting.
• Health & Welfare Benefits: Employer provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program and accident & illness coverage.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Employer provided basic life insurance and AD&D valued at 50K coverage amount with the option for voluntary buy up for additional coverage.
• Time Off: Flexible non-accrual vacation (separate from CA sick leave); company holidays per policy.
• Expenses: Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees