HVAC Controls Systems Area Leader-Upper Midwest

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 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.

About the role

This is a field leadership role serving as the Area subject matter expert for Building Automation Systems (BAS), HVAC Controls, and smart building installations. You will partner with Market General Managers, Installation Managers, Project Managers, Operations Leaders, and field teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead HVAC Controls installation execution across the Area, including backlog delivery, project health, on-time completion, and financial performance.
• Provide technical leadership on BAS projects, including control systems, graphics, integrations, commissioning activities, and project turnover.
• Partner with local operations teams to identify project risks early and implement mitigation plans that protect customer outcomes and margin.
• Support growth initiatives by strengthening HVAC Controls execution capability in developing and underperforming markets.
• Review project portfolios and forecast delivery performance, resource requirements, and backlog conversion strategies.
• Drive adoption of Johnson Controls Systems Enablement standards, installation best practices, and consistent delivery processes.
• Conduct execution reviews and root cause analysis to identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Engage directly with customers on large or complex Building Automation and HVAC Controls projects to support requirements, turnover, commissioning, and acceptance.
• Coach Installation Managers, Project Managers, Systems Specialists, and HVAC Controls technicians to build stronger technical and operational capability.
• Maintain strong operating rhythms with local leadership teams and monitor key project and business metrics to drive accountability.
• Partner with Environmental Health & Safety teams to reinforce safe work practices and support a zero harm culture.
• Support workforce planning, talent development, succession planning, and onboarding efforts across the Area.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, HVAC, Building Automation, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• 7+ years of experience in Building Automation Systems (BAS), HVAC Controls, Systems Installation, Construction Operations, or related technical leadership roles.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex controls installation projects and operational performance across multiple locations.
• Strong knowledge of Building Automation Systems (BAS), HVAC Controls, Direct Digital Controls (DDC), mechanical systems integration, commissioning processes, and networked building technologies.
• Experience leading project delivery teams in a matrixed organization.
• Strong financial acumen, forecasting, and backlog management experience.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel throughout the assigned Area.

Qualifications

• Experience with Johnson Controls Metasys®, OpenBlue®, Facility Explorer®, or similar Building Automation platforms.
• Advanced knowledge of HVAC systems, mechanical equipment, control strategies, and energy optimization.
• Experience managing large-scale healthcare, data center, pharmaceutical, higher education, industrial, or commercial controls projects.
• Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management training.
• NICET, HVAC, Controls, or industry certifications.

Pay

Hiring salary range: $121,000–$165,000. Salary is determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Benefits

This position includes a competitive benefits package.