Construction Project Manager, BAS Controls

YDU JC Air Cond & Ref Inc.- Dubai; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid vacation (15 days in the first year)

401(k)

Medical, dental, and vision care from day one

Job summary

YDU JC Air Cond & Ref Inc.- Dubai is seeking a Project Manager for Major Projects to lead HVAC Controls construction initiatives. You will manage project execution, maintain client relationships, and ensure all operations meet industry standards.

The ideal candidate should have at least 6 years of project management experience, particularly within the building construction field, and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant area. We offer a competitive salary range of $100,000–$150,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of direct project management experience in Building Construction.
• Experience with projects related to HVAC controls, fire management, and security systems.
• Ability to execute complex projects with multiple subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead HVAC Controls construction projects ensuring timely and profitable execution.
• Develop project schedules and communicate progress to management.
• Manage project costs, billings, and collections to maintain positive cash flow.

Skills

Project management experience

Communication skills

Mechanical Retrofits

Proficiency in Project Management software

Technical material communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

MS Office Suite

Project Management software

Job description

Project Manager – Major Projects

What you will do

The Project Manager for our Major Projects is part of our Building Technologies & Solutions business at Johnson Controls. Will lead large HVAC Controls construction projects. Therefore, we need a seasoned construction professional to handle the complexities of larger construction projects. Under general direction, responsible for the profitable execution of assigned Projects. Works with Owner and contractor sales managers and branch installation manager and teams as needed to provide sales support activities early in the development process to provide input on strategy, vendor/partner’s selection, scope enhancements, value engineering, risk assessment etc. as needed. Ensures that assigned projects are done accurately, on-time, billed, within budget and within scope of the contract. Maintains positive cash flow. Actively pursues selling change orders. Ensures work performed is in compliance with state, local and Federal legal requirements and operates on the job with the highest of ethics. Adheres and ensures Johnson Controls staff and subcontractors adhere to all safety standards. Responsible for following consistent and repeatable project management procedures and processes. Maintains an effective balance between customer satisfaction and project financial results.

Acts as the primary on-site leader for execution teams on assigned projects. Develops project schedules and executes according to plan for assigned projects. Evaluates the contractual scope of work and the impact of client issued bulletins, field directives and/or scheduling changes. Actively pursues additional work through change orders. Performs associated cost estimates, prepares proposals and negotiates final settlement price and customer acceptance. Manages costs, billings and collections. Completes project billings in a timely and accurate format to the client. Maintains profitability goals and positive cash flow. Reviews and interprets contract Terms and Conditions. Analyzes financial reporting systems and project schedules to proactively address potential problems. Effectively communicates project progress, issues and financial status to management as required. Utilizes Microsoft Project to execute and evaluate job progress and risks. Manages risks and establishes project recovery plans when required. Resolves disputes with minimal need for escalation. Negotiates, prepares and issues subcontracts. Ensures project document controls are in compliance with contract requirements and JCI standards. Oversees project construction for compliance with specifications, local codes and installation techniques. Manages the selection, ordering, and delivery schedule of materials to be procured for the projects assigned. Develops and maintains viable long-term relationships with customers, consultants, prime contractors and subcontractors. Attends job progress meetings as required. Ensures subcontractors understand expectations of the project. Coordinates with the CMS and HVAC Installation Manager, Systems Team Leader and/or Branch Mechanical Project Team Leader for allocation of resources needed to meet project objectives. Ensures any engineering and commissioning performed by the field team is in accordance with established standards. Facilitates escalation of product related problems. Assists Region Management Team and/or sales in project development efforts. Coordinate customer‑training requirements. For select and/or Mechanical projects, may interface with and provide direction to Truck Based team(s) that are assigned to projects under the Project Manager’s control. For select and/or Mechanical projects, may Self‑perform sales support activities early in the audit process to provide input on vendor/partner selection, scope enhancements, value engineering, risk assessment etc. For select and/or Mechanical projects, may Self‑perform cost estimating, project scheduling and project management of assigned projects.

Qualifications

• 6 (six) years of direct project management experience in the Building Construction Industry.
• Management experience with projects related to Mechanical Retrofits, HVAC controls, BAS management, Fire management, and Security management systems is desired.
• Experience with executing projects within the healthcare industry/market.
• Expect to obtain PMI/PMP certification within 2 years of employment.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to communicate technical material to a non‑technical audience.
• Proficient in Project Management software and financial accounting systems.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project), Adobe Writer, Visio and basic Windows environment.
• Travel 40%+; projects may exist outside of assigned geography.
• Able to execute projects of higher project and contract complexity (multiple subcontractors and multiple scopes of work).
• Preferred Experience with dealing with a large and diverse number of simultaneous challenges, requiring knowledge of many different disciplines.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or Architecture or an Associate’s Degree with equivalent work‑related experience.
• PMI/PMP Certification preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

Hiring salary range: $100,000–$150,000. This position includes a competitive benefits package. Benefits include competitive salary, generous paid vacation (15 days in the first year), holidays, sick time, 401(k), medical, dental, vision care, and other comprehensive benefits available from day one.

Hiring Process and Additional Information

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Additional Information

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