Controls Project Manager 3
About The Position
As an on-site project leader for assigned control systems projects, the Controls Project Manager plans, executes, and completes work that may include hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, system and network commissioning, and project closeout. The position also manages project finances, maintains customer communication, and supports warranty execution to help ensure successful project delivery. The role owns outcomes with accountability, safety, and integrity by managing project scope, schedule, quality, and financial results from kickoff through warranty completion. It coordinates field details, resolves commissioning issues, ensures installation meets project expectations, surfaces risks early, and keeps projects moving. The manager builds effective working relationships with customers and project partners, provides coaching and technical assistance, and keeps management informed through project updates, forecasts, and documentation.
Requirements
- Technical associate degree with two years of field experience, or four years of equivalent related field experience in the HVAC industry.
- Hands-on experience in systems design and commissioning of digital HVAC controls systems.
- Ability to communicate technical material clearly to a non-technical audience.
- Ability to work independently and manage assigned responsibilities with limited supervision.
Nice To Haves
- Strong personal computer skills.
- Knowledge of control theory and HVAC systems.
- Knowledge of project accounting, costing principles, and contracting.
Responsibilities
- Lead assigned control systems projects from planning through commissioning, closeout, and warranty support.
- Coordinate hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, and system and network commissioning.
- Manage project costs, billings, collections, profitability, and cash flow for assigned work.
- Maintain communication with customers throughout all project phases and pursue change orders when scope changes arise.
- Direct subcontractors, electrical installers, technicians, designers, and administrative support as needed.
- Manage material selection, ordering, budgeting, and delivery schedules for project procurement.
- Secure pricing and availability from vendors, suppliers, and mechanical and electrical subcontractors.
- Oversee jobsite coordination for panel and field device locations and ensure installation aligns with project requirements.
- Complete loading, device verification, commissioning, and validation of system controllers.
- Provide accurate as-built records, commissioning documentation, manuals, and owner/operator training as required.
- Support subcontractor payment, billing, and project closeout activities.
- Develop project plans, coordinate resources, and maintain long-term relationships with customers, consultants, contractors, and subcontractors.
- Manage scope, schedule, quality, and financial results from project kickoff through warranty completion.
- Coordinate field details, resolve commissioning issues, and ensure installation meets project expectations.
- Identify risks early, communicate change impacts, and address obstacles to keep projects moving forward.
- Coach and provide technical assistance so delegated work is completed accurately, on time, within scope, and within budget.
- Provide management with timely project updates, forecasts, and documentation.
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).
- Commitment to safety through the Zero Harm policy.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
