Construction Project Manager, Controls

YDU JC Air Cond & Ref Inc.- Dubai; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, and vision care

15 days paid vacation in the first year

Employee discount programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

YDU JC Air Cond & Ref Inc.- Dubai is in search of a Major Projects Project Manager in Arlington Heights, IL. This position involves the management of significant Building Automation projects valued at $2 million or more. Responsibilities include overall project lifecycle management, coordination with various teams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in project management within the Building Construction industry, and a relevant degree is required. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $73,000 to $137,000 along with additional benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of direct project management experience in the Building Construction industry.
• Experience managing projects valued at $2 million or more.
• PMI/PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage entire project lifecycle from sales support to completion.
• Develop and enforce project schedules and budgets.
• Coordinate execution teams to deliver equipment and installation.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Risk management

Financial analysis

Proficiency in Microsoft Project

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Project

MS Office

Adobe Writer

Visio

Job description

What you will do

As a Major Projects Project Manager, you will be responsible for the profitable execution of assigned Building Automation System (BAS) complex projects valued at $2million or more. This role requires managing the entire project lifecycle—from early sales support and scope definition, through scheduling, procurement, billing, and change order negotiations—to completion.

• Collaborate with Owner and contractor sales managers, branch installation managers, and cross‑functional teams to provide early sales support, value engineering and risk assessment.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce project schedules, budgets and scope, ensuring accurate billing, timely collections and positive cash flow.
• Coordinate project execution teams (Project Engineers, System Application Engineers, subcontractors) to deliver equipment and installation according to design, code and company standards.
• Manage change orders, prepare cost estimates, negotiate final settlement prices and secure customer acceptance.
• Review contract terms, analyze financial reporting and communicate progress, issues and financial status to senior management.
• Implement risk management and recovery plans, resolve disputes and maintain documentation control in line with contract and JCI standards.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and all state, local, and federal regulations.

How you will do it

• Lead project schedules using Microsoft Project, coordinating resources and meeting project objectives.
• Maintain relationships with customers, consultants, prime contractors and subcontractors, attending job progress meetings.
• Oversee technical resource management, subcontractor billing and collections to maintain profitability.
• Conduct field inspections and ensure engineering, commissioning, and product‑related issues meet established standards.
• Support area management and sales in project development, customer training, and bundled project coordination.
• Travel up to 25% into surrounding markets.

What we look for

• Minimum five years of direct project management experience in the Building Construction industry, with preference for HVAC controls, BAS, mechanical retrofits, fire or security management systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or an associate’s degree with equivalent experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to convey technical material to non‑technical audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, MS Office, Adobe Writer, Visio, and financial accounting systems.
• PMI/PMP certification preferred.
• Experience managing projects ≥$2million.

Salary and Bonus

Hirings salary range: $73,000–137,000. Eligible for a competitive bonus plan based on individual, group and corporate performance.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus.
• Generous paid vacation (15days in first year) and holidays.
• Comprehensive benefits: 401(k), medical, dental, vision care from day one.
• Employee discount programs.
• Commitment to safety with Zero Harm policy.
• Professional development and cross‑training opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non‑discrimination rights as a candidate, refer to the Company’s EEO policy. If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation during the application process, you may request it in the application section.