HVAC Project Manager 3

About Us

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.

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time - 15 days of vacation first year
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, 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
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
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What you will do:

Act as the on-site project leader to plan, execute, and successfully complete assigned projects while ensuring client satisfaction. Delegate tasks effectively to ensure project objectives are met on time and within budget. Coordinate communication with customers throughout all phases of the project and manage the work of subcontractors.

How you will do it:

• Meet with clients to clearly define and document their requirements and expectations for each project.
• Produce, review, and implement the necessary documentation including pre-construction information, comprehensive schedules, work specifications, schematics, and drawings for each project's tender submission.
• Manage a portfolio of approved Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) contractors, ensuring effective collaboration and adherence to project timelines throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee project cost procurement, conducting detailed analysis, appraisals, and budgeting to ensure financial targets are met.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients, colleagues, and engage with specialized consultants as required to ensure project success.
• Ensure that project timelines and milestones are agreed upon by both the client and the contractor prior to project initiation, updated as necessary, and diligently monitored to meet key deadlines.
• Oversee the proper installation of M&E services, verifying that all work is completed according to the established specifications and standards.
• Monitor working practices on-site, manage contractors, and report any instances of non-compliance to your line manager to facilitate prompt resolution.
• Ensure strict compliance with Health, Safety, and Fire regulations, as well as company policies across all project activities.
• Verify the receipt of all relevant certifications, correspondence, documents, drawings, and financial records are maintained for each project.
• Provide technical support as needed to other departments within the organization to ensure project cohesion.
• Conduct comprehensive project analysis and produce clear progress reports for management as required, facilitating informed decision-making.
• Understand and define the limits of the project scope of work, including the criteria for initiating a change order.
• Knowledgeably identify the notice requirements for constructive changes, project delays, or acceleration needs throughout the project's timeline.
• Determine job pricing strategies (including fixed price, T&M, GMP, etc.) that align with project goals and client expectations.
• Be familiar with project closeout requirements to ensure successful completion and client satisfaction.
• Understand the terms outlined in the contract or performance period to maintain compliance and avoid disputes.
• Comprehend the process for contract amendments and change orders as specified in the relevant agreement.
• Conduct the pre-job meeting effectively to ensure all team members understand project objectives and roles.
• Invite all relevant project team members to the pre-job meeting (including Operations Manager, Operations Reporting Controls, and Safety personnel).
• Prepare and distribute an agenda prior to the pre-job meeting to maximize productivity.
• Review the minutes from the pre-job meeting and circulate them to all attendees to ensure clarity on decisions made and actions assigned.

What we look for:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Power, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field with minimum of 10 years of extensive experience in construction, design, and cost management as an Electrical/Mechanical Project Manager or a similar role in a Commercial, Institutional, and Industrial setting.
• Possessing knowledge of HVAC systems is required.
• Proficiency in AUTOCAD, REVIT, Microsoft Office Suite (Project, Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio, and PowerPoint), along with estimation software (Accubid & MEP).
• Experience in managing large commercial, institutional, and industrial projects valued at N10 million and above is preferred.
• Demonstrated estimating experience, combined with a strong understanding of site surveying, project sequencing, methodologies, materials practices, and electrical systems.
• A combination of training, education, and relevant work experience that is equivalent will also be considered.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
• Comprehensive benefits package
• On the job/cross training opportunities
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $91,200. - $137,00. (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the Employee Benefits tab on our main careers page at

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