Building Automation Controls Field Supervisor

Building Automation Controls Field Supervisor

Location:

Project-Based Field Role (Chicago Metro Area and Surrounding)

Job Type: Permanent Full-Time

All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States – no sponsorship or Corp to Corp is available for this position.

Our client is seeking a Field Supervisor for a permanent, full-time opportunity supporting the successful execution of controls and automation projects. The Field Supervisor will play a critical leadership role in managing field personnel, coordinating project delivery, and ensuring technical excellence across all phases of project work—from point-to-point system verification to customer training. This position requires strong technical acumen, excellent communication skills, and a hands‑on leadership approach.

The Field Supervisor will work primarily at project sites and act as a direct liaison between engineering staff, contractors, and project managers.

• Lead the completion of assigned project sites, ensuring accurate installation, programming, and system checkout
• Perform point-to-point equipment verification and troubleshoot hardware issues
• Create and verify controller programs and graphical user interfaces (GUIs)
• Provide customer training on system functionality and graphical interfaces
• Document all progress through daily logs and checkout books
• Maintain regular communication with project managers, customers, and senior leadership
• Supervise, schedule, and mentor field engineers and technicians
• Participate in hiring, performance reviews, and staff development (with managerial approval)
• Act as project lead, coordinating with contractors and subcontractors to meet deadlines
• Oversee safety protocols and participate in project safety meetings
• Assist with project planning, quoting, scheduling, and execution as needed

• Associate's degree or equivalent technical experience in controls, HVAC, electrical systems, or a related field
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, control logic, and programming
• Ability to read and interpret submittals, specifications, and mechanical drawings
• Leadership experience or the ability to effectively manage teams in a field environment
• Comfortable working independently on job sites and traveling to project locations
• Excellent communication, organization, and troubleshooting skills
• Must be willing to participate in on-call rotation and field assignments
• Proficiency with BACnet, Modbus, Lon Works, or related protocols is a plus

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Full benefits package
• Overtime opportunities available with approval

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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