Construction Project Manager, BAS Controls

Alloy Enterprises; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Johnson Controls seeks a Project Manager for Major Projects in the Building Technologies & Solutions division. You will lead large HVAC controls construction initiatives, ensuring on-time delivery, budget adherence, and strong cash flow.

The role requires PMI/PMP consideration, superb communication, and coordination with owners, contractors, and internal teams. Responsibilities include developing schedules, handling change orders, and mentoring teams while ensuring safety and compliance across

Qualifications

• Five or more years of direct project management in building construction or equivalent.
• Experience with mechanical retrofits, HVAC controls, BAS, fire and security systems preferred.
• PMI/PMP certification expected within two years.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to translate technical material for non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site execution for major HVAC controls construction projects.
• Develop schedules, manage scope, budget, and change orders.
• Monitor cash flow, billings, and profitability against plans.
• Review contracts, terms, and conditions; coordinate subcontractors.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to allocate resources.
• Ensure safety standards and compliance across sites.

Skills

Project management

PMI/PMP

Communication skills

MS Office

MS Project

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction/Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Architecture

Associate’s degree with equivalent work experience

Tools

MS Project

Adobe Writer

Visio

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

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 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.

How you will do it

• 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/partners 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.

What we look for

Required

• 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 healthcare industry/market
• Expectation that PMI/PMP (Project Management Institute, Project Management Professional) certification will be obtained within 2 years of employment in the position.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have the ability to communicate technical material to a non-technical audience.

• Proficient in Project Management software and financial accounting systems.

• Strong Personal Computer working capabilities in MS Office (excel, word, power point, project), Adobe Writer, Visio and basic Windows environment.

• Travel 40% + will vary on project assignment. 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 in 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

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.) 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 skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, 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. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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