Controls Project Manager

Johnson Controls • Clifton Park, NY

13d • $92,000 - $125,000

About The Position

Under general direction, the Controls Project Manager acts as the on-site project leader for planning, executing, and completing control systems projects for assigned customers. The role oversees project activities from hardware design and system programming through installation coordination, system and network commissioning, and closeout. It is accountable for project financial results, including costs, billings, collections, profitability, and cash flow, while balancing customer satisfaction with project performance. The Project Manager coordinates customer communication throughout the project, pursues change orders, supports warranty execution, and directs subcontractors and internal staff as needed. Work must meet applicable legal requirements and Johnson Controls safety and ethics standards.

The role also manages project schedules, resources, procurement, vendor and subcontractor pricing, installation quality, commissioning, documentation, customer training, and project forecasts. It provides coaching and technical assistance to technicians, installers, designers, and subcontractors, and develops long-term relationships with customers, contractors, consultants, and subcontractors.

Requirements

• A technical associate degree and two years of field experience, or four years of equivalent related field experience in the HVAC industry.
• Relevant hands-on technical experience in systems design and commissioning of digital HVAC control systems.
• Ability to communicate technical material to a non-technical audience.
• Ability to perform work independently.

Nice To Haves

• Strong personal computer skills.
• Knowledge of control theory and HVAC systems.
• Knowledge of project accounting, costing principles, and contracting.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and complete assigned control systems projects as the on-site project leader.
• Perform or delegate hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, system and network commissioning, and project closeout tasks.
• Manage project financial results, including costs, billings, collections, profitability, cash flow, and project cost schedules.
• Balance customer satisfaction with project financial results and actively pursue additional work through change orders.
• Coordinate communication with customers throughout all project phases, including technical and business-related matters.
• Evaluate contractual scope and assess the impact of customer bulletins, field directives, and schedule changes.
• Manage selection, ordering, budgeting, and delivery schedules for project materials; obtain pricing and availability from vendors and subcontractors.
• Oversee subcontractor payment and billing processes.
• Coordinate jobsite locations for panels and field devices and ensure installation meets Johnson Controls literature and project requirements.
• Manage system controller loading, device verification, commissioning, and validation of complete system functionality; resolve operational issues with subcontractors and others.
• Prepare accurate as-built and commissioning documentation, system operation manuals, and other project records.
• Schedule project costs in the cost accounting system and ensure costs are recorded as planned.
• Provide project status updates to management and monthly forecasts of revenue, costs, and gross margin.
• Coach and provide mentoring and technical assistance to System Technicians, Electrical Installers, System Designers, and subcontractors.
• Ensure delegated tasks are accurate, timely, billed, within budget, and within contract scope.
• Send the customer a warranty letter upon substantial completion and ensure proper warranty execution.
• Develop project plans and coordinate resources for timely and cost-effective installation and completion.
• Provide or assist with site-specific training for the owner/operator and ensure the owner/operator is trained.
• Maintain long-term relationships with contractors, clients, consultants, and subcontractors, and attend job progress meetings as required.
• Ensure work complies with state, local, and federal legal requirements and applicable safety standards; maintain a high regard for employee and subcontractor safety.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision care, available on day one.
• Extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities.
• Outstanding resources.
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment.
• Dedication to safety through the Zero Harm policy.

What This Job Offers

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