About this Construction Project Manager, BAS Controls role at Johnson Controls
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.
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)
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What you will do
The Project Manager for our Major Projects is part of our Building Technologies & Solutions business at Johnson Controls. This role involves leading large HVAC Controls construction projects. We seek a seasoned construction professional to handle the complexities of larger construction projects.
Under general direction, responsible for the profitable execution of assigned projects. Collaborates with owner and contractor sales managers and branch installation manager and teams as needed to provide sales support activities early in the development process to provide input on strategy, vendor/partner selection, scope enhancements, value engineering, risk assessment, etc. Ensures accurate, on-time, within-budget completion of projects. Maintains positive cash flow and actively pursues selling change orders. Ensures compliance with state, local, and Federal legal requirements and operates with the highest ethics. Adheres to all safety standards and ensures staff and subcontractors follow suit. Follows consistent and repeatable project management procedures and processes, maintaining a balance between customer satisfaction and project financial results.
How you will do it
Acts as the primary on-site leader for execution teams on assigned projects. Develops project schedules and executes according to plan for assigned projects.
Evaluates the contractual scope of work and the impact of client-issued bulletins, field directives, and/or scheduling changes. Actively pursues additional work through change orders. Performs associated cost estimates, prepares proposals, and negotiates final settlement price and customer acceptance.
Manages costs, billings, and collections. Completes project billings in a timely and accurate format to the client. Maintains profitability goals and positive cash flow.
Reviews and interprets contract terms and conditions.
Analyzes financial reporting systems and project schedules to proactively address potential problems. Effectively communicates project progress, issues, and financial status to management as required. Utilizes Microsoft Project to execute and evaluate job progress and risks.
Manages risks and establishes project recovery plans when required. Resolves disputes with minimal need for escalation.
Negotiates, prepares, and issues subcontracts.
Ensures project document controls are in compliance with contract requirements and JCI standards.
Oversees project construction for compliance with specifications, local codes, and installation techniques.
Coordinates with the CMS and HVAC Installation Manager, Systems Team Leader, and/or Branch Mechanical Project Team Leader for allocation of resources needed to meet project objectives. Ensures any engineering and commissioning performed by the field team is in accordance with established standards. Facilitates escalation of product-related problems.
Develops and maintains viable long-term relationships with customers, consultants, prime contractors, and subcontractors. Attends job progress meetings as required. Ensures subcontractors understand expectations of the project.
What we look for
Required
6 (six) years of direct project management experience in the Building Construction Industry.
Management experience with projects related to Mechanical Retrofits, HVAC controls, BAS management, Fire management, and Security management systems is desired.
Experience with executing projects within healthcare industry/market
Expectation that PMI/PMP (Project Management Institute, Project Management Professional) certification will be obtained within 2 years of employment in the position.
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
Must have the ability to communicate technical material to a non-technical audience.
Proficient in Project Management software and financial accounting systems.
Strong Personal Computer working capabilities in MS Office (excel, word, power point, project), Adobe Writer, Visio and basic Windows environment.
Travel 40% + will vary on project assignment. Projects may exist outside of assigned geography.
Able to execute projects of higher project and contract complexity. (Multiple subcontractors and multiple scopes of work)
Preferred
Experience in dealing with a large and diverse number of simultaneous challenges, requiring knowledge of many different disciplines.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or Architecture or an Associate’s Degree with equivalent work related experience.
PMI/PMP Certification preferred
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 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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