What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager - PE Career Track position at Air Controls- Billings?
Lead impactful MEP projects, grow technically, and advance toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in a collaborative, innovative environment.
Why Join Air Controls?
- Mission-driven, inclusive, and collaborative team environment
- Clear growth path toward PE licensure with mentorship and professional development support
- Hands-on exposure to multidisciplinary MEP projects, including VDC, BIM, and prefabrication
- Opportunities to make a measurable impact on complex, coordinated projects
- Hourly wage increases of $0.50 for every 20 hours of approved professional development
- Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
About the Role
We’re seeking a Project Manager to serve as a key connector across our Controls, Plumbing, and Engineering teams. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys coordination, problem-solving, and helping teams deliver fully integrated MEP projects.
You’ll be hands-on in planning, execution, and continuous improvement while gaining valuable technical experience and progressing toward PE licensure.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Coordination: Align project scope, schedules, and deliverables across departments
- Team Management: Plan manpower, prioritize tasks, and coordinate department leads and foremen
- Meetings & Reviews: Organize internal coordination meetings, design reviews, and project kickoffs
- Technical Support: Assist Controls, Plumbing, and Engineering teams with drawings, documentation, and workflow coordination
- Progress Tracking: Monitor project progress, budgets, and milestones; proactively resolve risks or conflicts
- Customer & Vendor Communication: Ensure timely updates and effective issue resolution
- VDC & BIM: Support coordination and quality control during implementation
- Process Improvement: Help refine templates, workflows, and documentation standards
Additional Responsibilities (As Needed)
- Support VDC, fabrication, and prefabrication workflows
- Coordinate shop-ready handoffs and improve shop productivity
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
- Complete TAB on jobs where not required by the architect, engineer, or City of Billings
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline preferred)
- Minimum of 2 years of engineering training or progressive technical experience
- Minimum of 1 year of project management or project coordination experience
- Strong organizational, communication, and coordination skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Working knowledge of construction documents, drawings, and specifications
Preferred
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification
- Experience with MEP, controls, plumbing, or electrical systems
- Familiarity with BIM/VDC tools such as Revit
- Exposure to design-build or integrated project delivery environments
Professional Development & Licensure Support
- Structured path toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure
- Exposure to multidisciplinary projects and technical coordination
- Mentorship and flexible support for continued professional study
- Incentives for continuing education, including hourly wage increases
Apply Today
If you’re ready to grow your career, lead impactful MEP projects, and work toward PE licensure, join our collaborative team at Air Controls – Billings.