Construction Project Manager, Controls

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.

We recognize that a fulfilling career is supported by your overall wellbeing. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you in multiple aspects of life, including:

• Competitive salary

• Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time - 15 days of vacation in your first year to promote work-life balance

• Comprehensive benefits package, including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care, available from day one

• An encouraging and collaborative team environment that values diverse perspectives and fosters innovation

• On-the-job and cross-training opportunities

• A strong commitment to safety through our Zero Harm policy, ensuring a safe and secure workplace for all employees

• JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)

The Major Projects Project Manager serves as a vital contributor within the Building Solutions North America business at Johnson Controls, leading significant HVAC Controls construction projects in the Indiana market and at customer sites on a daily basis. These projects, valued at $2M or more, require a skilled construction professional capable of managing the complexities associated with large construction undertakings.

Under general direction, the role involves ensuring the profitable execution of assigned BAS Complex Projects. Collaboration with Owner and contractor sales managers, branch installation managers, and other teams is essential to provide early sales support activities in the TAS and development process, offering insights on strategy, vendor/partner selection, scope enhancements, value engineering, risk assessment, and more. The role also encompasses ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, billing, budget adherence, and scope compliance of assigned projects, while maintaining positive cash flow and actively pursuing change orders. Compliance with state, local, and federal legal requirements, alongside upholding the highest ethical standards, is paramount. Adherence to safety standards for all Johnson Controls staff and subcontractors is a must, along with following established project management procedures that balance customer satisfaction with project financial outcomes.

The Project Manager in our Major Projects team acts as the primary internal leader for execution teams on assigned projects, providing direction to various internal and external teams as needed for successful equipment project execution. Development and execution of project schedules according to plan falls under this role's responsibilities. Interaction, scheduling, coordination, and collaboration with Project Engineers and System Application Engineers for project delivery requirements is necessary. Evaluating the contractual scope of work and addressing the impact of client-issued bulletins, field directives, and/or scheduling changes further supports timely and cost-effective project delivery. Active efforts to seek additional work through change orders, perform associated cost estimates, prepare proposals, and negotiate final settlement prices and customer acceptance are integral to the role. Management of company technical resources and subcontractors involves overseeing costs, billings, and collections to maintain profitability goals and positive cash flow through timely and accurate project billings.

• A minimum of five years of direct project management experience in the Building Construction Industry is preferred.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, with the ability to convey technical material to a non-technical audience.

• Travel will vary based on project assignments, with projects potentially located outside of assigned geography.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Project Scheduling software and financial accounting systems is required, along with strong personal computer skills in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project), Adobe Writer, Visio, and basic Windows environment.

• Management experience with projects related to Mechanical Retrofits, HVAC controls, BAS management, Fire management, and Security management systems is desired, with HVAC being highly preferred.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture, or an Associate’s Degree with equivalent work-related experience is preferred.

•  University degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.  6 Years suggested minimum experience.

• PMI/PMP Certification is also preferred.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $73,000 - 137,000 (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 https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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