Controls Lead Systems Specialist

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Milwaukie (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Ongoing training

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Controls Lead Systems Specialist in Milwaukie, Oregon to lead on-site HVAC controls projects from design through commissioning and handover.

You will coordinate hardware, software, and field activities, manage costs and schedule, and mentor technicians and subcontractors while ensuring safety and quality throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Technical Associate's Degree with two years of field experience, or four years of equivalent related field experience in HVAC.
• Hands-on experience in systems design and commissioning of digital HVAC controls systems.
• Ability to communicate technical material clearly to a non-technical audience.
• Ability to perform work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead the on-site execution of HVAC controls projects from start to finish.
• Coordinate hardware design, system programming, installation, commissioning and closeout activities.
• Manage project costs, billings, collections, and overall financial performance.
• Direct subcontractors, installers, technicians, designers, and support staff as needed.
• Provide coaching and technical support to team members and ensure safe, compliant work.

Skills

HVAC controls design

System commissioning

Customer communication

Independent work

Education

Technical Associate's Degree with two years of field experience

Tools

Control theory

HVAC systems knowledge

Job description

.## Controls Lead Systems SpecialistBuild your best future with the Johnson Controls team. We work at the intersection of smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, supporting customers with solutions that improve building performance and day-to-day operations. Join a team that values safety, collaboration, learning, and practical problem-solving.## Role OverviewUnder general direction, the Controls Lead Systems Specialist serves as the on-site project leader for assigned control systems projects. In this role, you will guide the full project lifecycle from design and programming through commissioning, training, and closeout while balancing technical delivery, customer satisfaction, financial performance, and safety.## Key Responsibilities* Lead the on-site execution of assigned HVAC controls projects from start to finish.* Perform or coordinate hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, system and network commissioning, and project closeout activities.* Manage project costs, billings, collections, and overall financial performance.* Track scope changes, field directives, schedule impacts, and change orders, and support the related project documentation.* Maintain clear communication with customers throughout planning, execution, commissioning, and handover.* Direct subcontractors, electrical installers, technicians, designers, and administrative support as needed.* Coordinate the selection, ordering, budget, and delivery schedule of project materials.* Work with vendors, suppliers, and mechanical and electrical subcontractors to secure pricing and availability.* Oversee panel and field device coordination and confirm installation aligns with Johnson Controls literature and project requirements.* Complete controller loading, device verification, commissioning, and validation of system functionality.* Prepare accurate as-built records, commissioning documentation, project billings, and monthly cost reports.* Provide coaching, mentoring, and technical support to System Technicians, Electrical Installers, System Designers, and subcontractors.* Deliver site-specific training for owner/operators and ensure manuals and supporting documentation are provided.* Build and maintain productive relationships with contractors, clients, consultants, and subcontractors while supporting project progress meetings.* Ensure work complies with state, local, and federal requirements and follows safety standards at all times.* Support warranty execution and distribute warranty documentation upon substantial completion of the project.## How You Will Do It* Take ownership of outcomes by managing scope, schedule, cost, quality, and customer expectations with accountability and integrity.* Stay close to the work by coordinating early with customers, field teams, and vendors to remove obstacles before they affect delivery.* Use clear, practical communication to translate technical details for customers, project partners, and subcontractors.* Apply disciplined problem-solving during commissioning and closeout to verify performance, resolve issues quickly, and keep the project moving.* Work as one team by building trust across functions, sharing information openly, and using the strengths of others to deliver the best result.* Improve every day by learning from field conditions, tracking project results, and using lessons learned to strengthen future execution.* Prioritize safety and ethical work practices in every phase of the project, including field coordination, subcontractor oversight, and customer handover.## Qualifications* Technical Associate's Degree with two years of field experience, or four years of equivalent related field experience in the HVAC industry.* Hands-on experience in systems design and commissioning of digital HVAC controls systems.* Ability to communicate technical material clearly to a non-technical audience.* Ability to perform work independently with minimal supervision.## Nice to Have* Strong personal computer skills.* Knowledge of control theory and HVAC systems.* Knowledge of project accounting, costing principles, and contracting.## Why Join UsWe offer competitive salary, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, including 15 days of vacation in your first year. You will also have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes 401K, medical, dental, and vision care, along with extensive product training and on-the-job or cross-training opportunities. Join an encouraging and collaborative team environment that is dedicated to safety through our Zero Harm policy.https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-usIf you are ready to lead impactful projects and grow with a team that values your voice and ideas, apply today.Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and 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, visit. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.Your buildings have a purpose.They are places for people to live or work. Facilities for learning or healing. Venues for entertainment and shopping. Sites for the specialized storage of tangible goods or mission-critical data. Your buildings have a huge variety of functions; they are central to your mission.This is where Johnson Controls comes in, helping drive the outcomes that matter most. Through a full range of systems and digital solutions, we make your buildings smarter. A smarter building is safer, more comfortable, more efficient, and, ultimately, more sustainable. Most important, smarter buildings let you focus more intensely on your unique mission. Better for your people. Better for your bottom line. Better for the planet.At Johnson Controls, we've been making buildings smarter since 1885, and our capabilities, depth of innovation experience, and global reach have been growing ever since. Today, we offer the world's largest portfolio of building products, technologies, software, and services; we put that portfolio to work to transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play.