Optimization Manager, HVAC & Generator

Company: Pearce Services
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description At PEARCE , we've got a career for you! Pearce is a leading technology-enabled provider of asset management solutions for mission-critical electromechanical infrastructure throughout North America. Pearce provides technical maintenance, repair, operations, and engineering services for uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, backup power generators, battery energy storage systems (BESS), critical cooling systems, and other electrical and mechanical infrastructure across end markets such as renewable energy, telecom, and data centers. Founded in 1998, Pearce has more than 4,000 employees and 28 locations across the U.S. Pearce is a wholly owned subsidiary of CBRE Group, Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm. To learn more about Pearce visit http://www.pearce-services.com. Your Impact: Pearce is seeking a highly skilled Manager, Optimization who has deep knowledge and experience in the Telecom industry to join our team. This position will sit in the Innovation and Optimization team. You will play a key role in identifying improvement initiatives, implementing best practices, improving operational workflow, and planning, executing, and delivering successful projects. The perfect candidate will possess expertise in collaborating with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and executives to ensure project objectives are met on time and within budget. Core Responsibilities: Optimization Strategy and Implementation: Identify improvement initiatives that will have an impact on reducing costs or growing top line revenue, with an emphasis on building on our GIS platform Define the business case by working with key stakeholders, understanding the growth strategy, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Develop a clear roadmap for execution, including detailed project plans, timelines, milestones, and resource allocation. Communication and Collaboration: Assess program performance and trends, benchmark, and deliver senior leadership presentations that tell the story of impacts and actions in support of organizational objectives Research findings and trends, secure client stakeholder buy-in, and work with the appropriate client stakeholder teams to implement changes Build strategic relationships that will assist in identifying high impact initiatives Project Execution: Lead and oversee project teams, provide guidance ensuring effective communication and coordination. Monitor progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), project interdependencies, and adjust plans as needed. Manage project budgets and resource allocation. Address stakeholder concerns and maintain positive relationships and open communication channels. Risk Management and Change Planning: Plan for change and risks across all projects in the program. Mitigate risks and adapt to evolving circumstances. Maintain program documentation. Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement: Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards. Conduct regular reviews and assessments. Evaluate project success and lessons learned and identify opportunities for improvement. Core Experience: Must have experience - 5 years of experience or more in HVAC, Generator, or Data Center optimization. Bachelor's degree in business administration, Engineering, GIS, or related field. MBA preferred. 3 years of experience using ESRI products and/or knowledge of software development best practices. Proven experience as a program manager handling multiple $1M projects. Strong organizational and leadership skills and excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. At Pearce, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location. In addition to wages, employees may also be eligible for performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool/equipment and fuel stipends, company vehicle, per diem or other applicable compensation. We also offer all full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, 401k with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development courses. This pay range reflects our commitment to pay equity and compliance with state and federal pay transparency laws. If you have questions about compensation, we encourage open discussions during the hiring process. Base Pay Range $80,000—$140,000 USD What We Offer Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, HSA option. To help you recharge, we have paid vacation and paid holidays. For your future, we offer a company-matching 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance, Tuition reimbursement, and professional development training. To help you be successful at work, as required for the role, we will provide a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet along with all necessary tools and safety equipment. We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about us at www.Pearce-Services.com!

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