Project Manager - Building Management Systems

jci; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position

Competitive salary + superannuation +車

Career development

Large-scale projects exposure

Leading-edge building technology

Job summary

Johnson Controls Australia seeks an experienced Project Manager for Building Automation Systems in Sydney. You will lead BAS projects from initiation to commissioning, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery with safety and quality at the forefront.

Role involves coordinating engineers, technicians, and stakeholders, overseeing FAT/SAT, and driving continuous improvement across large-scale projects with leading-edge technologies.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Electrical or HVAC or engineering degree.
• Proven experience delivering BMS/BAS and HVAC project delivery.
• Strong understanding of BMS architecture and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, coordination, execution and delivery of BAS projects.
• Manage scope, schedule, resources, risks and budgets.
• Provide leadership to internal teams and subcontractors.
• Monitor financial performance, forecasting and profitability.
• Ensure safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Build customer relationships and coordinate FAT/SAT, commissioning and handover.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

BMS/BAS knowledge

Electrical/HVAC knowledge

Leadership

Education

Trade qualification in Electrical or HVAC

Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

Excel

Job description

Build the Future of Smart, Sustainable Buildings with Johnson Controls

At Johnson Controls, we're transforming the built environment through intelligent, healthy, and sustainable building solutions. As a global leader in smart building technologies, building automation, HVAC systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonisation, we partner with some of the world's most critical industries including data centres, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, we've been at the forefront of innovation, helping customers optimise performance, improve occupant experiences, reduce energy consumption, and accelerate their sustainability goals. Backed by industry-leading technology, digital solutions, and one of the largest service and project delivery networks in the world, we're shaping the future of buildings.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager - Building Automation Systems (BMS) to join our Sydney Projects team.

This role offers the opportunity to lead complex and technically challenging projects, working alongside highly skilled engineers, technicians, and industry specialists. You'll take ownership of project delivery from initiation through to commissioning, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

If you're passionate about smart buildings, automation technology, and delivering exceptional customer outcomes, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact while advancing your career with a global industry leader.

What's on Offer

• Permanent full-time position
• Competitive salary package + superannuation + car allowance
• Career development and structured training pathways
• Exposure to large-scale, technically advanced projects
• Opportunity to work with leading-edge building automation technologies
• Supportive team environment with strong leadership and industry expertise

Key Responsibilities

As Project Manager, you will:

• Lead the planning, coordination, execution, and successful delivery of Building Automation and Controls projects.
• Manage project scope, schedule, resources, risks, and budgets to achieve project objectives.
• Provide leadership and direction to internal teams, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
• Monitor and report on project financial performance, forecasting, and profitability.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards across all project activities.
• Build strong customer relationships and act as a trusted advisor throughout project delivery.
• Coordinate Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), commissioning, and handover activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance project delivery, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain high levels of professionalism, accountability, and accuracy while managing multiple project priorities.

What You'll Bring

We're looking for a highly motivated project professional with strong technical and commercial capability within the building automation or HVAC industry.

Essential

• Trade qualification in Electrical or HVAC, or an Engineering degree.
• Proven experience delivering Building Management Systems (BMS), Building Automation Systems (BAS), HVAC controls, or related infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of BMS architecture, control systems, and overall system design principles.
• Experience managing projects through design, implementation, testing, commissioning, and client handover.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project financials, programming, and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong communication, leadership, and customer relationship management skills.
• Ability to adapt and thrive in an evolving, digitally enabled environment.

Desirable

• Experience coordinating FAT and SAT activities.
• Knowledge of BIM and AutoCAD.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, and Visio.
• Experience standardising software deliverables, points lists, project documentation, and commissioning processes.

Why Johnson Controls?

At Johnson Controls, you'll work on projects that matter, supporting some of Australia's most critical facilities and infrastructure. You'll be part of a global organisation that invests heavily in innovation, sustainability, digital transformation, and the development of its people.

Whether you're looking to expand your leadership capability, work on larger and more complex projects, or further specialise in smart building technologies, Johnson Controls provides the platform to help you achieve your career goals.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Johnson Controls, diversity and inclusion are fundamental to who we are. We foster a culture where every employee feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute. By embracing diverse perspectives and experiences, we create better outcomes for our people, our customers, and our communities.