Pre-Construction Field Procurement Manager

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 you will do:

Johnson Controls is looking for a dynamic person to lead a crucial relationship between our field offices and our supplier base! As a Pre-Construction Field Procurement Manager, you will be the main procurement contact for your assigned branch office partnering directly with our HVAC Controls Sales Organization to develop accurate installation cost models for our projects. You will lead the development of installation costing and the identification and selection of 3rd party subcontractors through supplier development, contract management, supplier relationships, price negotiations, working capital optimization and improved communication between the central procurement teams and the branch offices.

How you will do it:

We'll need an organized individual with electrical or mechanical controls trade experience who will be able to develop, align, and implement several different supply chain strategies to deliver the most efficient methods for branch offices procure subcontract labor from suppliers to deliver the solutions we promise our customers. This individual will coordinate all operational procurement activities, utilizing the systems, processes and procedures governing the procurement of subcontract labor while ensuring compliance with BOS procedures and DoA requirements.

Key functions of this role include:

Partnership with Sales during project development phase to own Subcon Installation pricing; Determine Subcon Strategy; Review total Project SOW, qualify and clarify Subcon requirements; Utilize Estimating Tools to develop baseline Subcon Installation Pricing; Source all 3rd Party Sub Quotes; Review Customer documents to ensure adequate provisions are in JCI contract to Subcontractors; Develop, Host, Review all RFPs; Establishes and maintains effective relationships with suppliers and internal customers.

What we look for:

• Electrical industry equivalent experience or bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience in building systems or operational processes.
• Experience in design build construction and HVAC highly preferred
• Works effectively with sales as well as in team settings/displays leadership.
• Solid computer skills, including an understanding of MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and MS Project
• 5-8 years as a project manager with estimating experience in the HVAC Controls construction or trades industry.
• Electrical industry / installation knowledge a plus. (i.e. Electrical Supervisor, Electrician, Estimator, etc.)
• Procurement experience with a focus on construction and/or HVAC equipment and services with experience in cost analysis and strong financial knowledge.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $100,000 - $150,000 (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. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at

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.