HVAC Controls Project Manager 2
About The Position
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education. For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward. HVAC Controls Project Manager Join a team that is focused on building outcomes that matter for customers and communities. In this role, you will help deliver reliable HVAC controls solutions while working in a collaborative, safety-conscious environment.
Requirements
- Technical associate's degree with four years of field experience, or six years of equivalent related field experience in the HVAC/building automation industry.
- Hands-on experience in systems design and commissioning of digital HVAC/building automation controls systems.
- HVAC controls knowledge, customer communication skills, organizational skills, and proven ability to lead projects.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain technical material to a non-technical audience.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a field-based environment.
- Computer proficiency with Windows, Excel, and related business tools.
- Knowledge of control theory and HVAC/building automation systems.
- Familiarity with project accounting, costing principles, and contracting.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent experience with six years of field experience in the HVAC industry.
- Experience preparing status reports for upper management.
- A strong track record of supporting employee and subcontractor safety.
Responsibilities
- Lead assigned HVAC controls projects through hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, commissioning, and project closeout.
- Direct subcontractors, electrical installers, technicians, designers, and administrative support as needed to keep work aligned with scope and schedule.
- Manage project financial results, including costs, billings, collections, and subcontractor payment processes.
- Maintain regular communication with customers throughout all project phases and pursue approved change orders.
- Coordinate material selection, ordering, budget, vendor pricing, and delivery schedules for assigned projects.
- Support owner and operator training, warranty follow-up, and delivery of accurate project documentation, as-builts, and manuals.
- Ensure work is completed in compliance with applicable state, local, and federal requirements and with a strong focus on safety and ethics.
- Plan the work early, define the technical scope, and keep execution aligned with contract requirements.
- Use established standards for hardware design and software programming, then validate system functionality and resolve issues with subcontractors and field teams.
- Stay close to the jobsite and the customer by coordinating panel and field device locations, communicating technical and business issues clearly, and responding quickly to bulletin or schedule changes.
- Own outcomes with accountability for safety, integrity, and financial results.
- Track revenue, costs, and gross margin, and provide accurate monthly forecasts to management.
- Improve every day through candid problem-solving.
- Load and verify controllers, complete commissioning, and capture accurate as-built and commissioning documentation.
- Win as one team by coaching System Technicians, Electrical Installers, System Designers, and subcontractors so delegated work is accurate, on time, billed correctly, and within budget.
- Develop project plans, coordinate required resources, and keep communication steady with customers, contractors, consultants, Johnson Controls staff, and suppliers.
- Deliver owner and operator training, manuals, and warranty letters in a timely manner so each system is ready for successful handoff.
Benefits
- competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance.
- competitive benefits package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
