Controls Project Manager

Controls Project Manager 4

Johnson Controls is a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings. In this role, you will help deliver control systems projects that improve building performance while supporting customers, teams, and project outcomes with a strong focus on safety, quality, and accountability.

As a Controls Project Manager 4, you will act as the on-site project leader for assigned control systems projects. You will plan, execute, and complete work that may include hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, system and network commissioning, and project closeout. You will also manage project finances, maintain customer communication, and support warranty execution to ensure each project is delivered successfully.

Key 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 phases of the project 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 viable long-term relationships with customers, consultants, contractors, and subcontractors.

How You Will Do It

• Own outcomes with accountability, safety, and integrity by managing scope, schedule, quality, and financial results from kickoff through warranty completion.
• Stay close to the work by coordinating field details, resolving commissioning issues quickly, and ensuring installation meets project expectations.
• Use candor and continuous problem-solving to surface risks early, address change impacts clearly, and keep projects moving forward.
• Win as one team by building strong working relationships with customers, subcontractors, technicians, designers, and internal partners.
• Focus on what matters by removing obstacles, maintaining clear priorities, and keeping communication practical and timely.
• Provide coaching and technical assistance so delegated work is completed accurately, on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Keep management informed with timely project updates, forecasts, and documentation that support sound decision-making.

Qualifications

• 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 Have

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

Why Join Us

The hiring salary range for this role is $100K-$125K, determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, location, and market data. We offer a competitive salary, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision care available day one. You will also have access to extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities, an encouraging and collaborative team environment, and a strong commitment to safety through our Zero Harm policy.

If you are ready to lead impactful controls projects and grow with a team that values safety, collaboration, and performance, we encourage you to apply.

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.