MBCx Project Manager

At Bernhard, we blend a rich history with a forward-looking vision. With over 100 years of experience, we are a pillar of stability in the energy infrastructure industry and a leader in innovative energy solutions. Our commitment to leveraging emerging technologies ensures that we remain at the forefront of the Energy-as-a-Service sector.

We believe in growth—not just for our business, but for our people. Our team members have the opportunity to advance their careers in a supportive environment that values continuous learning and development. We embrace innovation and encourage creative problem solving to tackle the energy infrastructure and energy challenges of tomorrow.

Inclusion is at the heart of our culture. We strive to create a workplace where every voice is heard and valued, fostering a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives drive our success.

Join us to be part of a legacy of excellence and a future of groundbreaking advancements. At Bernhard, stability, innovation, and growth are more than just values—they are the pillars of our continued success.

The primary responsibility for the Project Manager is to ensure projects deliver the guaranteed savings.  This will require overseeing the execution of Energy as a Service Monitoring-Based Commissioning (MBCx) program.  The Project Manager is responsible for the entire life cycle of a project from inception through closure.  The Project Manager shall ensure that the project is delivered efficiently and effectively in accordance with agreed budget, schedule, quality and exceed the client’s expectations. This position will support the team delivering MBCx (Monitoring Based Commissioning) and M&V (Measurement and Verification) activities through deploying data collection equipment and performing ongoing monitoring and solution identification in facilities. The ideal candidate will bring a technical expertise, problem solving, accountability for deliverables and finances, and continuous process improvement.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Managing engineering teams to ensure project objectives are met
• Managing the interactions between the M&V team and the MBCx team to focus engineering efforts on the projects that need increased energy savings
• Coordinating monthly meetings and responsibility for report deliveries
• Overseeing client follow-up for action items
• Working with client and Bernhard engineers to get recommendations accomplished
• Tracking current jobs while also supporting projections for future staffing requirements
• Reviewing contracts, drawings, specifications, and/or other resources to answer questions.
• Working with the client (internal or external) to define the project scope, schedule, deliverables, risks and expectations that are considered to deliver a successful project
• Coordinating job set-up, project administration and closeout
• Developing an internal Work Plan to define revenue, hours budget, internal cost budget, travel budget, sub consultant budget and estimate reimbursable amounts.
• Scheduling the project tasks and resources to ensure the agreed upon schedule is met within the budget constraints established
• Ensure the revenue and budget estimates are entered into the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to accurately reflect the execution of the project.
• Work with Leadership to ensure the project is correctly resourced per the established budgets and schedule
• Establish a project Kick Off meeting and ensure all team members are communicated to effectively throughout the course of the project
• Continuously track and report project execution against budget in terms of schedule adherence, deliverables, cost and revenue
• Manage the client expectations and ensure regular updates are effectively communicated throughout the duration of the project
• Participating in relevant organizations for networking and professional development.
• Developing or improving processes and templates

Required Education, Experience and Qualifications

• 5+ Years of experience in one of the following sectors: Engineering, Construction, Facilities Management, or Energy.
• Knowledge of Project Management through a college degree or equivalent work experience
• required
• Demonstrated experience to lead and manage a team of technical staff.
• Demonstrated experience with strong analytical, organizational and planning skills
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft O365 platform (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Ability to use multiple software platforms including financial software and project management software
• Effective working in a collaborative team environment

Preferred Education, Experience and Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree in a Technical discipline, Engineering degree, Construction Management or related field.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• Preferred experience in controls discipline.
• Preferred experience in the construction sector.
• Preferred experience in facilities management.
• Preferred experience in the energy sector.
• The Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP) qualification.
• Ability to interpret engineering documents and drawings and understand construction contract requirements.
• Has successfully completed Bernhard Project Management training if an internal candidate.

Travel Requirements

• This position is expected to have regular travel requirements of a few days every month.

Physical/Work Environment Requirements

• Language Skills: Ability to read and write.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.
• Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; Use hands to finger, handle, or feel; Reach with hands and arms; and Talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bernhard is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities, and participates in the e-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.