Construction Project Manager

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)

• Check us Out: A Day in the Life of the Building of the Future

Become part of a culture that celebrates your achievements and encourages your voice and ideas. Your next great opportunity for advancement is right at your fingertips! Take the initiative to explore your potential and embark on an exciting career journey with Johnson Controls.

What You Will Do

Our Senior Construction Project Managers are instrumental in driving the success of our Building Solutions North America business at Johnson Controls. This role involves leading sophisticated controls construction projects with budgets exceeding $1M, ensuring project execution aligns with company standards and client expectations. Under general direction, you will be responsible for the financial and operational success of assigned projects. Collaboration with various teams including owners, contractors, sales managers, and installation managers is key to providing strategic guidance on vendor selection, value engineering, risk assessment, and scope improvements.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring projects are completed accurately, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with the contract scope.

• Maintaining positive cash flow and actively pursuing change orders to maximize project value.

• Adhering to and enforcing safety standards with all staff and subcontractors.

• Following consistent and repeatable project management procedures and processes.

• Balancing client satisfaction with achieving project financial goals.

How You Will Do It

• Act as the primary on-site leader for project execution teams, developing and adhering to project schedules.

• Evaluate contractual scopes of work, addressing client-issued directives, and actively pursuing additional work through change orders.

• Manage costs, billing, and collections to ensure profitability and positive cash flow.

• Analyze financial reports and project schedules to proactively address potential issues.

• Effectively communicate project progress, issues, and financial status to management.

• Coordinate with various internal teams to allocate resources effectively and meet project objectives.

• Ensure compliance with legal and company standards during project execution.

• Lead initiatives for engineering and commissioning to align with established standards.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.

• Facilitate solutions for critical product-related issues and coordinate customer training requirements.

What We Look For

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture; or an associate's degree with equivalent experience.

• Proven experience with large construction projects valued over $5 million.

• Expertise in managing projects related to Mechanical Retrofits, HVAC controls, BAS systems, Fire management, and Security management is advantageous.