About Us
We specialize in the design, installation, service, and maintenance of commercial and industrial projects. As a design-build leader, our team has constructed and maintained mechanical systems for a wide variety of high-profile clients, including hospitals, data centers, manufacturers, hotels, universities, office buildings, and more.
Job Summary
The Automation Division Director will play a critical role in aligning field execution, engineering, and customer expectations while advancing CCI Mechanical's position as a leader in smart building and integrated HVAC solutions.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Leadership & Division Development
Lead, develop, and scale CCI Mechanical's automation and controls division across both construction and service teams.
Build a high-performance culture focused on safety, accountability, technical excellence, and customer satisfaction.
Establish career paths, training programs, and succession planning for technicians, programmers, project managers, and engineers.
Partner with Service and Construction leadership to align automation strategy with company growth objectives.
Construction Operations & Project Execution
Oversee automation scope on new construction and retrofit projects, including design coordination, submittals, installation, programming, and commissioning.
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and field teams to ensure controls systems are delivered on schedule, on budget, and to specification.
Standardize construction processes for controls design, panel builds, network architecture, and commissioning documentation.
Ensure seamless handoff from construction to service, including complete documentation, training, and system readiness.
Support preconstruction efforts including estimating, design-assist, and value engineering.
Service Operations & Lifecycle Support
Oversee all BAS/BMS service operations including maintenance, troubleshooting, retrofits, and system optimization.
Support service teams with complex diagnostics and system performance issues.
Implement best practices to improve system uptime, response times, and service delivery consistency.
Drive long-term service agreement growth through automation upgrades, analytics, and energy solutions.
Technical Leadership
Serve as CCI Mechanical's subject matter expert for building automation systems and controls integration.
Provide technical oversight across platforms such as:
Johnson Controls
Tridium Niagara
Alerton
Trane
Carrier
Ensure proper integration with HVAC equipment, central plants, IoT devices, and enterprise systems.
Lead implementation of advanced technologies such as fault detection & diagnostics (FDD), remote monitoring, and predictive maintenance.
Customer & Business Development
Partner with sales, preconstruction, and account management teams to deliver value-driven automation solutions.
Engage with customers during both project and service phases to ensure satisfaction and identify new opportunities.
Support proposals, estimates, and technical presentations for construction and service work.
Identify and develop opportunities for energy savings, system upgrades, and long-term partnerships.
Financial & Performance Management
Manage P&L performance for automation across both construction and service lines.
Develop forecasts, staffing models, and operational plans aligned with workload and growth targets.
Establish KPIs and reporting for project execution, service performance, and customer satisfaction.
Drive margin improvement through efficiency, standardization, and strategic execution.
Practice and adhere to the "CCI Way"
Perform other duties as required
Qualifications
7-10+ years of experience in HVAC controls, BAS, or automation systems.
Proven experience supporting both construction projects and service operations.
3+ years of leadership or management experience.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
Technical Expertise
Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, controls design, and BAS architecture.
Experience with construction lifecycle: design, submittals, installation, commissioning, and turnover.
Proficiency with protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, and LonWorks.
Experience in system integration, programming, and optimization.
Knowledge of energy management and building performance strategies. Leadership Competencies
Strong business and operational acumen across both project and service environments.
Ability to bridge gaps between construction delivery and ongoing service operations.
Excellent communication skills with field teams, leadership, and clients.
Results-driven with a focus on accountability and continuous improvement. Preferred Qualifications
BAS certifications (e.g. Niagara or similar)
Experience within a commercial HVAC contractor environment
Demonstrated success building or scaling an automation/controls division
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Physical Demands
Requires prolonged sitting, some bending, stooping and stretching. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare and communicate reports. Work is performed in the office, field and has client-site responsibilities. Field sites are both indoors and outdoors throughout the year. CCI services the Utah, Idaho, and Nevada regions. Regional travel is required to support teams, projects and customers
Work Environment
Combination of office and field
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD and 401k with match
Equal Opportunity Employer
As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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Job Locations US-UT-Salt Lake City
ID 2026-50317
Company CCI Mechanical, Inc.
Category Operations Management
Position Type Full-Time
Location Type Onsite
Posted Date 14 hours ago (6/4/2026 11:39 AM)
