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A growing, employee-owned organization supporting the mechanical construction industry is seeking an experienced Low Voltage Controls Trade Partnership Manager to join its Preconstruction team.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in building automation, controls, mechanical or electrical contracting, preconstruction, or subcontractor/vendor management.

This position will focus on identifying, evaluating, and developing relationships with low-voltage controls and Building Automation System (BAS) trade partners while working closely with preconstruction and operations teams.

Responsibilities

· Identify and recruit qualified low-voltage controls/BAS subcontractors.

· Develop and maintain long-term relationships with controls trade partners.

· Evaluate subcontractor technical capabilities, geographic coverage, workforce, backlog, and project experience.

· Maintain accurate trade partner and subcontractor information.

· Communicate project requirements, scopes, and expectations to control partners.

· Participate in scope reviews, partner selection, and project pursuit strategies.

· Track subcontractor workload and capacity.

· Monitor partner performance related to quality, schedule, manpower, and communication.

· Conduct site visits and in-person partner meetings as needed.

· Work closely with pre-construction and operations teams.

· Stay current on BAS/controls technology, industry trends, and labor conditions.

Qualifications

· 10+ years of relevant industry experience.

· Strong knowledge of low-voltage controls and Building Automation Systems (BAS).

· Experience in controls, mechanical/electrical contracting, construction management, preconstruction, or subcontractor management.

· Experience working with contractors, engineers, owners, project executives, and operations teams.

· Knowledge of construction procurement and subcontractor management.

· Strong relationship-building and communication skills.

· Ability to evaluate subcontractor capabilities and performance.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office and database/reporting tools.

· Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud, BuildingConnected, or similar platforms is a plus.

· Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

· Ability to travel as needed.

· Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred. Relevant industry experience will also be considered.

Compensation & Benefits

· $100,000–$150,000 Base Salary

· Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

· Discretionary Annual Bonus

· Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

· 401(k) with Company Contributions

· Paid Time Off & Sick Time

· Paid Holidays

· Paid Parental Leave

· Tuition Reimbursement

· Employee Assistance Program

· Gym Reimbursement

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced BAS/controls professional who wants to use their technical knowledge, industry relationships, and construction experience in a strategic trade partnership role.

To apply, submit an updated resume to jen.thiel@gogpac.com

All inquiries and applications will remain confidential.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.