Construction Project Manager, BAS Controls

jci; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid vacation

Medical/Dental/Vision from day one

On-the-job training

Zero Harm safety policy

Employee discounts

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Pittsburgh seeks a Major Projects Project Manager to lead large HVAC controls construction projects on customer sites daily. Projects are valued at $1M+ and require seasoned construction leadership. You will collaborate with owners, sales managers, installation teams, and field personnel to ensure profitable execution, strict schedules, and budget control.

Travel up to 25% is required. PMI/PMP is preferred and at least five years of PM experience in building construction is

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct PM experience in building construction
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential
• Travel up to 25% and willingness to be based in Pittsburgh area

Responsibilities

• Lead HVAC controls construction projects valued at $1M+
• Develop and manage project schedules using Microsoft Project
• Coordinate with Owner, sales managers, branch installation managers, and field teams
• Ensure on-time completion, budget adherence, and positive cash flow
• Maintain safety and compliance with Johnson Controls standards

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Team leadership

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction

PM Certification (PMI/PMP) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Project

MS Office

Adobe Writer

Visio

Job description

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

The Major Projects Project Manager is a key member of our Building Solutions North America business at Johnson Controls. You will lead substantial HVAC Controls construction projects in on customer sites daily. These projects are valued at $1M or more, necessitating a seasoned construction professional to navigate the complexities of larger construction endeavors.
Under general direction, you are responsible for the profitable execution of assigned BAS Complex Projects. You will collaborate with Owner and contractor sales managers, branch installation managers, and teams as necessary, providing sales support activities early in the TAS and development process to offer input on strategy, vendor/partner selection, scope enhancements, value engineering, risk assessment, etc. You will ensure that assigned projects are executed accurately, on time, billed, within budget, and within the contract’s scope while maintaining positive cash flow and actively pursuing change orders. You will ensure that work performed complies with state, local, and Federal legal requirements and operates with the highest ethical standards. You will adhere to and ensure Johnson Controls staff and subcontractors comply with all safety standards, and you will follow consistent and repeatable project management procedures and processes, maintaining an effective balance between customer satisfaction and project financial results.

How you will do it

• You will act as the primary internal leader for execution teams on assigned projects, interfacing with and providing direction to various teams (both internal and external) as needed for successful equipment project execution. You will develop project schedules and execute them according to the plan for assigned projects.
• You will interface; schedule, coordinate and collaborate with Project Engineers and System Application Engineers for project delivery requirements. Evaluating the contractual scope of work, and the impact of client-issued bulletins, field directives, and/or scheduling changes, further supporting timely and cost-effective project delivery. You will actively seek additional work through change orders, perform associated cost estimates, prepare proposals, and negotiate final settlement prices and customer acceptance.
• You will manage company technical resources and subcontractors, overseeing costs, billings, and collections. Timely and accurate project billings will be crucial to maintain profitability goals and positive cash flow.
• You will review and interpret contract Terms and Conditions, analyze financial reporting systems and project schedules to proactively address potential issues, and effectively communicate project progress, issues, and financial status to management as required.
• You will manage risks and establish project recovery plans when necessary, resolving disputes with minimal escalation. You will negotiate, prepare, and issue subcontracts, ensuring project document controls comply with contract requirements and JCI standards.
• You will oversee project construction for compliance with specifications, local codes, and installation techniques, managing the selection, ordering, and delivery schedule of materials to ensure adequate procurement while accounting for manufacturing lead time.
• You will develop and maintain strong long-term relationships with customers, consultants, prime contractors, and subcontractors, attending job progress meetings as required and ensuring subcontractors understand project expectations.
• You will coordinate with HVAC Sales & Operations Managers, Construction Management Services, HVAC Installation Manager, Systems Team Leader, Service Operations Manager, and/or Branch Mechanical Project Team Leader for resource allocation to meet project objectives. You will ensure any engineering and commissioning performed by the field team aligns with established standards and facilitate the escalation of product-related issues.
• You will assist the Area Management Team and/or sales in project development efforts and coordinate customer training requirements.
• For select bundled projects, you may interface with and provide direction to Truck Based teams assigned to projects under your control. You may also self-perform sales support activities early in the audit process to provide input on vendor/partner selection, scope enhancements, value engineering, risk assessment, etc. Additionally, you may self-perform cost estimating, project scheduling, and project management of assigned projects.
• You will develop and maintain Microsoft project schedules
• Travel up to 25% into surrounding markets.

What we look for
Required

Minimum of five years of direct project management experience in the Building Construction Industry is preferred. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills are essential, with the ability to convey technical material to a non-technical audience. Travel will vary based on project assignments, with projects potentially located outside of assigned geography. Proficiency in Microsoft Project Scheduling software and financial accounting systems is required, along with strong personal computer skills in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project), Adobe Writer, Visio, and basic Windows environment.

Preferred

Management experience with projects related to Mechanical Retrofits, HVAC controls, BAS management, Fire management, and Security management systems is desired, with HVAC being highly preferred. A Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture, or an Associate’s Degree with equivalent work-related experience is preferred. PMI/PMP Certification is also preferred. This position requires extended deployment, typically ranging from 6 to 18 months, currently within the Pittsburgh market, with the ability to remain on site for the duration of the assignment.

HIRING SALARY RANGE

$100,000-150,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.)ThisroleoffersacompetitiveBonusplanthatwilltakeintoaccountindividual,group, and corporate performance.This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skillsand experiencesthat exceed the typical profile.Ifyoubelieveyourbackgroundwarrants considerationbeyondthestatedrange,we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates.Allhiringdecisionsareultimatelymadebyhumanreviewers.Fordetails,please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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