Controls Project Manager 1

Johnson Controls • Oklahoma City, OK

1d • $78,600 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, the Controls Project Manager serves as the on-site project leader, planning, executing, and completing customer projects safely and cost-effectively. The role oversees or delegates hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, system and network commissioning, and project closeout. It is accountable for project costs, billings, collections, profitability, customer satisfaction, and warranty execution. The manager coordinates communication with customers throughout each project and directs subcontractors, electrical installers, technicians, designers, and administrative staff as needed. Work must comply with Authority Having Jurisdiction requirements and applicable local, state, and federal laws, as well as Johnson Controls safety standards and ethical expectations.

The position manages project plans, resources, materials, schedules, vendors, subcontractors, installation, commissioning, documentation, training, and financial performance. It also develops long-term relationships with customers and project partners, communicates project status and forecasts to management, and coordinates with Project Engineers on bundled jobs. The posting lists requirements for Controls Project Manager I and II; the stated salary range is $78,600–$90,000, with a competitive bonus plan.

Requirements

• For Controls Project Manager I: technical associate degree with two years of field experience, or four years of equivalent related field experience.
• Applicable Access Control, Fire, Video, and/or systems design and commissioning experience.
• Appropriate licensing, certifications, and relevant hands-on experience.
• Ability to perform work independently.
• Strong personal computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of project accounting, costing principles, and contracting.
• For Controls Project Manager II: technical associate degree with four years of field experience, or six years of equivalent related field experience in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and complete assigned customer projects safely, cost-effectively, on time, and within contract scope.
• Perform or delegate hardware design, software programming, installation coordination, system and network commissioning, and project closeout.
• Manage project costs, billings, collections, profitability, cash flow, and monthly revenue, cost, and gross-margin forecasts.
• Pursue additional work through change orders and evaluate the impact of client bulletins, field directives, and scheduling changes.
• Communicate technical and business-related issues with clients and project status with management.
• Manage selection, ordering, budgeting, and delivery schedules for project materials, and secure pricing and availability from vendors and subcontractors.
• Oversee subcontractor payment and billing processes.
• Coordinate job-site placement of panels and field devices and ensure installation meets Johnson Controls standards and project requirements.
• Manage controller loading, device verification, commissioning, system functionality validation, issue resolution, and preparation of as-built and commissioning documentation.
• Coach, mentor, and provide technical assistance to System Technicians, Electrical Installers, System Designers, and subcontractors; ensure delegated work is accurate, timely, billed, within budget, and within contract scope.
• Send warranty letters upon substantial completion and ensure proper warranty execution.
• Develop project plans and coordinate resources for timely and cost-effective project completion.
• Provide or arrange site-specific system training for owners and operators and ensure they receive operating documentation and manuals.
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with contractors, clients, consultants, and subcontractors, and attend job progress meetings as required.
• Coordinate with Project Engineers on bundled jobs to deliver cost-efficient solutions that exceed customer expectations.
• Follow and promote safety standards for employees and subcontractors.
• Ensure work complies with applicable AHJ requirements and local, state, and federal legal requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time; 15 days of vacation in the first year
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), medical, dental, and vision care, available day one
• Extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities with outstanding resources
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)
• Competitive bonus plan based on individual, group, and corporate performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree