Controls Project Manager

About the Company

Gilbert Mechanical, a Legence Company, has provided outstanding mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls, and fire protection services in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area for over 40 years. With more than 200 employees, Gilbert serves diverse technical market sectors, specializing in the healthcare industry. Our culture is fun, open, and innovative, supported by forward-thinking leaders who value collaboration and breakthrough ideas. We foster mutual respect, innovation, and a rigorous customer-service mentality, creating opportunities for growth through cross-mentoring across generations, disciplines, and talents.

Responsibilities

• Estimate, develop, and sell temperature control projects for commercial customers
• Manage multiple controls projects from inception through completion
• Coordinate and support field personnel to ensure successful project execution
• Monitor project budgets, costs, schedules, and overall financial performance
• Communicate project schedules and activities with customers, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Lead and participate in jobsite meetings as required
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve project issues and conflicts proactively
• Develop and maintain strong customer relationships to support repeat business and long-term partnerships
• Ensure projects meet customer expectations, quality standards, and company objectives

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of successful project management experience within the temperature controls, building automation, or controls construction industry
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills
• Experience managing project budgets and financial performance
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• Experience working with commercial HVAC controls and building automation systems (BAS)

Skills for Success

• Strong customer service and relationship-building skills
• Ability to prioritize competing demands and manage multiple projects effectively
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Committed to delivering exceptional project outcomes and customer satisfaction

Pay

Base Salary: $80,000–$135,000. This role is also eligible for an annual performance-based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance, and are not guaranteed.

Benefits

Health & Welfare

• Company-paid medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Accident & sickness benefit
• Basic group life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Time Off Benefits

• Paid vacation
• Company-paid holidays
• Paid sick leave

Financial Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan

About Legence

Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical systems in buildings. The company specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing complex HVAC, process piping, and other mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems—enhancing energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in new and existing facilities. Legence also delivers long-term performance through strategic upgrades and holistic solutions, serving some of the world’s most technically demanding sectors, including over 60% of the Nasdaq-100 Index.