Project Manager- Sustainable Infrastructure North America

Johnson Controls; London; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in building technologies is seeking a Project Manager for Sustainable Infrastructure in North America. The role involves overseeing complex projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and leading cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering and extensive project management experience in institutional construction.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on project management experience in social infrastructure.
• Trade certifications in Mechanical and/or Electrical fields are a plus.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams during startup and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects from startup to completion, manage commissioning processes.
• Ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and construction teams.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering field

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

AutoCAD

BIM

Job description

Project Manager- Sustainable Infrastructure North America

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Johnson Controls (JCI) is a global leader in building technologies and solutions, specializing in large-scale construction, engineering, renovations, and upgrades on P3 projects throughout Canada and the USA. Our focus includes high-level planning, design, and execution of project scope of works, as well as supporting our Facility Management teams' operations.

We seek an experienced and motivated Project Manager with institutional construction and management experience to lead the development, execution, and management of projects within our Performance-Based Infrastructure Portfolio.

What Will You Do

As the P3 Project Manager, you will:

• Oversee projects from startup to completion, manage commissioning processes, and support operations and maintenance across various project sites within highly complex long-term Operational Agreements.
• Interpret and review design drawings, coordinating with architects, engineers, and stakeholders.
• Provide operational support to our Facility Management teams regarding engineering and project management design and implementation.
• Ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and meet industry and project standards.
• Maintain and manage project lists, quote projects, and execute them.

This role requires excellent communication, strong leadership skills, and effective collaboration.

How Will You Do It

Project Management Initiation

• Develop or review project scopes for constructability, considering size and complexity.
• Collaborate on initial project budgets and track costs throughout the project lifecycle.
• Work closely with clients, architects, engineers, and construction teams to align goals, schedules, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with multiple stakeholders for seamless project execution.

Project Management - Startup through Commissioning and Handover

• Lead project kick-off sessions, defining goals, roles, responsibilities, and expectations.
• Interact with design teams and owner’s representatives.
• Manage meetings, project changes, and ensure deliverables are met.
• Develop and implement commissioning checklists with contractors, engineers, and stakeholders.
• Work with the consulting team to test and commission systems to meet design specifications.

Quality & Safety Compliance

• Adhere to industry standards and local, state, provincial, and federal building codes.
• Promote a safety culture and enforce health and safety regulations.

What We Look For

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering field or equivalent experience.
• Trade certifications in Mechanical and/or Electrical fields with supervisory experience on institutional projects are a plus.
• 5+ years of hands-on project management experience in social infrastructure and institutional construction with a successful project delivery record.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction and engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, AutoCAD, BIM) or similar tools.
• Knowledge of building systems, codes, and commissioning processes.
• Strong understanding of project management processes and methodologies.

Project Management Expertise

• Ability to develop project scopes, manage schedules, and control budgets.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams during startup and commissioning.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Leadership and team-building skills, with an emphasis on mentorship and professional growth.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities under tight deadlines.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to travel domestically to project sites as needed.

Who Are We

Johnson Controls is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics. For more information, visit www.johnsoncontrols.com or see the EEO is the Law.