Automation Director
On-siteSalt Lake City, Utah, United States
Job Summary
Lead, develop, and scale the automation and controls division across construction and service teams while building a high-performance culture focused on safety and technical excellence. Oversee automation scope on new construction and retrofit projects, including design coordination, submittals, installation, programming, and commissioning, ensuring systems are delivered on schedule and to specification. Manage P&L performance for automation, develop forecasts and staffing models, and establish KPIs for project execution and service performance. Serve as the subject matter expert for building automation systems, providing technical oversight across platforms like Johnson Controls, Tridium Niagara, and Alerton, and lead implementation of advanced technologies such as fault detection and predictive maintenance. Partner with sales, preconstruction, and account management teams to deliver value-driven automation solutions and identify opportunities for energy savings.
Required Qualifications
- 7–10+ years of experience in HVAC controls, BAS, or automation systems
- Proven experience supporting both construction projects and service operations
- 3+ years of leadership or management experience
- Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, controls design, and BAS architecture
- Experience with construction lifecycle: design, submittals, installation, commissioning, and turnover
- Proficiency with protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, and LonWorks
- Experience in system integration, programming, and optimization
- Knowledge of energy management and building performance strategies
- Strong business and operational acumen across both project and service environments
- Ability to bridge gaps between construction delivery and ongoing service operations
- Excellent communication skills with field teams, leadership, and clients
- Results-driven with a focus on accountability and continuous improvement
- Regional travel is required to support teams, projects and customers
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
- BAS certifications (e.g. Niagara or similar)
- Experience within a commercial HVAC contractor environment
- Demonstrated success building or scaling an automation/controls division
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