Building Automation Controls Field Supervisor

Building Automation Controls Field SupervisorLocation: Local travel throughout the Chicago and Northern Illinois area. (Project-Based Field Role -Chicago Metro Area and Surrounding) Contract to hire Pay rate: /hrOur client is seeking a Building Automation Controls 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.Responsibilities:• Lead the completion of assigned project sites, ensuring accurate installation, programming, and system checkout. Johnson Controls, Metasys, Honeywell, Tridium, Niagara 4, N4. • 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 neededRequirements:• 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. • Must be willing to participate in on-call rotation and field assignments. • Proficiency with BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks, or related protocols is a plus.Salary and Benefits: • Competitive salary based on experience • Full benefits package • Overtime opportunities available with approval