CMS Project Mgr II

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Town of Texas, Houston (WI, TX); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Construction Project Manager to lead large-scale projects in the building solutions sector. This remote role requires overseeing multi-million dollar construction projects across the U.S., ensuring compliance with legal and safety standards while maintaining profitability. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage complex projects with multiple subcontractors. Join a forward-thinking company that prioritizes your career growth and offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of project management experience in building construction.
• Strong communication skills for conveying technical information.

Responsibilities

• Lead large, complex construction projects ensuring timely completion.
• Manage costs, billings, and maintain project profitability.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Risk Management

Cost Management

Negotiation Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction

Associate's Degree with relevant experience

Tools

Project Management Software

MS Office

Adobe

Visio

Job description

Elevate Your Career with Johnson Controls!

Join Johnson Controls and be a key contributor to our mission of leading in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings. We prioritize your career growth and provide tools and opportunities to help you succeed, benefiting both your personal development and our community impact.

We focus on internal career advancement, offering diverse opportunities to enhance your professional journey across various industries worldwide.

Our development framework includes:

• Meaningful Work Projects: Engage in impactful projects that match your skills and interests, contributing to our mission and gaining valuable experience.
• Tailored Learning Programs: Utilize training resources like workshops, online courses, and certifications to advance your expertise and stay competitive.
• Mentorship & Networking: Connect with experienced mentors and colleagues across departments to foster relationships and explore new opportunities.
• Career Pathing: Collaborate with your manager to set clear career goals aligned with your aspirations and organizational needs, supporting your growth at every stage.

What You Will Do

The Construction Project Manager, part of our Building Solutions North America division, leads large, complex, multi-million dollar controls construction projects across the U.S. This is a remote position based in the U.S., with travel up to 50% or more as required.

Under general supervision, you will ensure the profitable execution of projects, working with sales managers and installation teams to support early-stage sales activities, strategy, vendor selection, scope enhancements, value engineering, and risk assessment. You will oversee projects to ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and in scope, maintaining positive cash flow and pursuing change orders. You will also ensure compliance with legal and safety standards, following established project management procedures, and balancing customer satisfaction with financial results.

How You Will Do It

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

• Evaluate scope changes, pursue additional work via change orders, and handle associated estimates and negotiations.

• Manage costs, billings, collections, and maintain profitability and cash flow.

• Review and interpret contract terms, analyze financial and project schedules, and communicate progress and issues proactively.

• Manage risks, establish recovery plans, and resolve disputes efficiently.

• Negotiate subcontracts, ensure document control compliance, oversee construction, and manage material logistics.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors. Attend progress meetings and ensure subcontractors meet expectations.

• Coordinate with project teams for resource allocation, engineering, commissioning, and customer concerns.

• Support project development efforts and coordinate customer training as needed.

• For select projects, collaborate with and provide direction to teams, and support sales activities including cost estimation and scheduling.

What We Look For

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or an Associate's Degree with relevant experience.

• At least eight years of project management experience in the building construction industry.

• Experience with Mechanical Retrofits, HVAC controls, BAS, Fire, and Security systems is preferred.

• PMI/PMP certification expected within two years of employment.

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical audiences.

• Proficiency in project management software, MS Office, Adobe, Visio, and Windows environment.

• Willingness to travel as required, potentially outside the assigned geography.

• Ability to handle complex projects with multiple subcontractors and scopes of work, managing diverse challenges effectively.