HVAC Equipment Project Manager- Data Centers
About The Position
Johnson Controls is hiring a Project Manager for its Building Solutions North America business to lead large, complex, multi-million-dollar Controls construction projects in data centers across the U.S. The position operates remotely within the U.S. and requires travel to customer sites, potentially up to 50% or more at times depending on project demands. Under general direction, the Project Manager is responsible for profitable execution of assigned data center projects. The role collaborates early with sales managers, installation managers, and project teams to strategize, assess risks, and recommend vendor selections and scope enhancements. The Project Manager ensures projects are delivered accurately, on time, within budget, and within contract scope while maintaining positive cash flow and identifying change-order opportunities. The role also ensures compliance with legal and safety standards and follows consistent project management procedures, balancing customer satisfaction with financial results.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture, or equivalent work-related experience.
- At least eight years of direct project management experience in building construction.
- Management experience in Mechanical Retrofits, HVAC controls, BAS management, Fire management, and Security management systems within data centers.
- Commitment to obtaining PMI/PMP certification within two years of employment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Proficiency in project management and financial accounting software, with advanced skills in MS Office, Adobe Writer, and Visio.
- Willingness to travel, with travel varying according to project assignments and including travel outside the assigned geography when necessary.
- Ability to manage complex projects involving multiple subcontractors and scopes of work.
- Experience addressing diverse challenges across multiple subject areas, with problem-solving and continuous improvement capabilities.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in data centers.
Responsibilities
- Act as the primary on-site leader for execution teams and develop and manage project schedules aligned with project plans.
- Evaluate contractual scopes of work and manage the impacts of client-issued bulletins or scheduling changes; pursue additional work through change orders.
- Manage costs, billings, and collections, ensuring timely and accurate billing to support profitability and positive cash flow.
- Communicate project progress, issues, and financial status to management, using tools such as Microsoft Project for risk evaluation and job progress tracking.
- Ensure project document controls meet contract requirements and company standards, and oversee construction compliance with specifications and installation techniques.
- Maintain long-term stakeholder relationships and coordinate project meetings and training sessions to align activities with customer requirements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on resource allocation, engineering, and commissioning to align with project objectives.
- Promote safety, accountability, and integrity by enforcing safety standards among staff and subcontractors.
Benefits
- Competitive bonus plan based on individual, group, and corporate performance.
- Competitive benefits package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
