Construction Project Manager, BAS Controls

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Spokane (WA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous paid vacation

Comprehensive benefits package

Collaborative team environment

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager for Major Projects to lead HVAC Controls construction projects in Spokane, Washington. This role requires over 6 years of project management experience in the Building Construction Industry and proficiency in Project Management software.

The successful candidate will manage project costs and ensure compliance with legal and safety requirements. HIRING SALARY RANGE is $100,000 to $150,000, based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of project management experience in the Building Construction Industry.
• Ability to communicate technical material to a non-technical audience.
• Travel required for projects outside assigned geography.

Responsibilities

• Lead large HVAC Controls construction projects.
• Manage costs, billings, and collections.
• Establish recovery plans and resolve disputes.

Skills

Project management experience

HVAC Controls

Mechanical Retrofits

BAS management

Communication skills

Financial accounting software

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Project Management software

Adobe Writer

Visio

Job description

Benefits

• 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
• Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)

What You Will Do

The Project Manager for our Major Projects is part of our Building Technologies & Solutions business at Johnson Controls. The role leads large HVAC Controls construction projects and requires a seasoned construction professional to manage the complexities of larger construction projects, ensuring they are completed accurately, on time, billed, within budget and scope of the contract, and in compliance with legal and safety requirements.

How You Will Do It

• Acts as the primary on‑site leader for execution teams on assigned projects and develops project schedules.
• Evaluates contractual scope, client‑issued bulletins, and scheduling changes; actively pursues change orders and negotiates final settlement.
• Manages costs, billings and collections, completing project billings accurately and maintaining profitability goals.
• Reviews and interprets contract terms and conditions.
• Analyzes financial reporting and project schedules to proactively address potential problems, communicating progress and status to management.
• Uses Microsoft Project to evaluate job progress and risks.
• Manages risks, establishes recovery plans, and resolves disputes with minimal escalation.
• Negotiates, prepares and issues subcontracts.
• Ensures project document controls comply with contract requirements and JCI standards.
• Oversees construction compliance with specifications, local codes, and installation techniques.
• Manages ordering and delivery schedule of materials.
• Develops and maintains long‑term relationships with customers, consultants, prime contractors, and subcontractors, attending job progress meetings as required.
• Coordinates with CMS, HVAC Installation Manager, Systems Team Leader, or Branch Mechanical Project Team Leader for resource allocation.
• Ensures engineering and commissioning performed by the field team follow established standards and facilitates escalation of product‑related problems.
• Assists Region Management Team and sales in project development efforts.
• Coordinates customer‑training requirements.
• May interface with and provide direction to Truck Based teams for selected mechanical projects.
• May self‑perform sales support activities early in the audit process for selected mechanical projects.
• May self‑perform cost estimating, scheduling, and project management for selected mechanical projects.

What We Look For

Required

• 6 (six) years of direct project management experience in the Building Construction Industry.
• Experience with Mechanical Retrofits, HVAC Controls, BAS management, Fire management, and Security management systems is desired.
• Experience executing projects within the healthcare industry/market.
• Expectation that PMI/PMP certification will be obtained within 2 years of employment.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate technical material to a non‑technical audience.
• Proficiency in Project Management software and financial accounting systems.
• Strong PC skills in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project), Adobe Writer, Visio, and basic Windows environment.
• Travel 40%+; projects may exist outside the assigned geography.
• Ability to execute projects of higher complexity with multiple subcontractors and scopes of work.

Preferred

• Experience dealing with many simultaneous challenges across disciplines.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or Architecture, or equivalent work experience.
• PMI/PMP Certification.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $100,000-150,000. The position includes a competitive benefits package and salary may vary based on experience and qualifications.