Controls Project Manager 1

About Us

Johnson Controls is a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization. We help customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with precision and resilience in industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education. With over 140 years of experience, Johnson Controls delivers performance where it matters most, backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services, and an industry-leading field organization.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• 15 days of paid vacation, holidays, and sick time in the first year
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care (available day one)
• Extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
• JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)

Responsibilities

• Act as the on-site project leader to plan, execute, and complete projects safely and cost-effectively.
• Perform or delegate tasks including hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, system and network commissioning, and project closeout.
• Manage the overall financial results of assigned projects, including costs, project billings, and collections.
• Maintain customer satisfaction while ensuring profitable and accurate project financial results.
• Actively pursue selling change orders and coordinate communication with customers during all project phases.
• Ensure proper execution of warranty and provide work direction to subcontractors, electrical installers, technicians, designers, and administration.
• Ensure compliance with AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) and all applicable local, state, and federal legal requirements.
• Adhere to and enforce all safety standards for Johnson Controls staff and subcontractors.
• Design installation hardware and program software using established standards.
• Communicate design and operation details to customers, staff, and subcontractors.
• Evaluate contractual scope and impact of client-issued bulletins, field directives, and scheduling changes.
• Manage material procurement, including selection, ordering, budget, and delivery schedules via web-based tools.
• Secure pricing and availability from vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors, including scope, terms, and conditions.
• Oversee subcontractor payment and billing processes.
• Coordinate job site activities for panel and field device locations, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Manage and complete system controller loading, verification, and commissioning; resolve functionality issues.
• Provide accurate project as-built and commissioning documentation.
• Manage project costs, billings, and collections to maintain profitability and positive cash flow.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and technical assistance to technicians, installers, and designers.
• Communicate project status to management and provide monthly forecasts of revenue, costs, and gross margin.
• Send warranty letters to customers upon project completion and ensure proper warranty execution.
• Develop project plans and coordinate resources for timely and cost-effective project completion.
• Conduct site-specific training for owners/operators on system operation and provide documentation.
• Maintain long-term relationships with contractors, clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Attend job progress meetings as required.
• Coordinate with Project Engineers on bundled jobs to deliver cost-efficient solutions.
• Follow all safety standards with a high regard for employee and subcontractor safety.

Requirements

For Controls Project Manager I:

• Minimum of a technical associate's degree with two years of field experience or four years of equivalent related field experience.
• Applicable experience in Access Control, Fire, Video, and/or systems design and commissioning.
• Appropriate licensing, certifications, and relevant hands-on experience.
• Ability to perform work independently.
• Strong personal computer skills.
• Knowledge of project accounting, costing principles, and contracting preferred.

For Controls Project Manager II:

• All of the above with a minimum of a technical associate's degree with four years of field experience or six years of equivalent related field experience in the industry.

Pay

Hiring salary range: $67,900 - $93,400 (determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and market alignment). This role includes a competitive bonus plan based on individual, group, and corporate performance, as well as a comprehensive benefits package.