HVAC Mechanical Project Team Leader

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team

As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine building performance to serve people, places, and the planet. Join a team where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your work makes a real impact.

What you will do

Under general supervision, you’ll lead the execution of mechanical retrofit projects, ensuring safety, quality, and financial success. You’ll coordinate day-to-day activities for mechanics and subcontractors, secure new work and change orders, and act as a technical resource for Sales—all while building strong customer relationships.

• Manage mechanical retrofit projects using Johnson Controls’ standardized processes

• Oversee project safety compliance and ensure adherence to local codes

• Coordinate mechanics and subcontractors for smooth project delivery

• Estimate mechanical work and present proposals to customers

• Support Sales with technical expertise and pre-bid reviews

• Monitor financial performance, budgets, and cost controls

• Drive improvements through change orders and process enhancements

• Manage material procurement, logistics, and documentation

• Ensure timely transition to Truck-Based Service teams and owner training

How you will do it

• Plan, execute, and control projects from start to finish

• Use Johnson Controls tools to track progress and communicate status

• Build strong relationships with customers and subcontractors

• Attend job progress meetings and resolve issues proactively

• Promote safety and compliance across all project activities

What we look for

Required:

• 6+ years of technical and operational experience in service or retrofit projects

• Experience leading mechanics on projects totaling $3–$4M in revenue

• Strong HVAC mechanical systems knowledge

• Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences

• Proficiency in project management tools and MS Office

• Ability to travel based on project needs

• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by start date

Preferred:

• 2–4 years of engineering or trade school training (degree or equivalent)

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HIRING SALARY RANGE: $89k-134k (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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