Controls Project Manager

jci; Minot (ND); On-site; USD 76,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus plan

Benefits package

Professional development

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Controls Project Manager to lead on-site projects, coordinating hardware design, programming, installation and commissioning while ensuring safety, cost control, and customer satisfaction. The role requires strong project accounting knowledge, contract management, and collaboration with subcontractors.

A technical associate’s degree plus field experience is preferred. The position offers competitive salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package, with

Qualifications

• Two years of field experience with a technical associate's degree, or four years of related field experience.
• PM II requires four years of field experience or six years of related field experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and complete projects with assigned customers safely and cost-effectively.
• Coordinate hardware design, system programming, installation, and commissioning.
• Oversee project financials including costs, billings, and collections.
• Pursue change orders and manage subcontractor coordination.
• Ensure compliance with AHJ and safety standards.
• Provide coaching to technicians and designers.

Skills

Access Control Experience

Fire/Video/Systems Design

Project Management

Budgeting & Contracting

Communication

Education

Technical Associate's Degree

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.

What we offer

• Competitive salary

• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time -15 days of vacation first year

• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care -Available day one

• Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities with outstanding resources

• Encouraging and collaborative team environment

• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

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

What you will do

Under general direction, The Controls Project Manager acts as the on-site project leader to plan, execute, and complete projects with assigned customers in a safe and cost-effective manner. Performs or delegates tasks as required to execute and fully complete assigned projects including: hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, system and network commissioning, and project closeout. Responsible for the overall financial results of assigned projects including: costs, project billings, and collections. Maintains both customer satisfaction and profitable and accurate project financial results. Actively pursues selling change orders. Coordinates communication with the customer during all phases of the project. Ensures proper execution of warranty. Provides work direction to subcontractors, electrical installers, technicians, designers, and administration as necessary. Ensures work performed is in compliance with the AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) and applicable Local, State, 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. The Johnson Controls field organization is arranged into markets and regions. The local office is the key to serving customers across the SSNA portfolio. It provides controls installation, mechanical installation, truck-based service teams, security & fire, and HVAC equipment support. The region provides assistance and guidance to the local offices organization and executes major projects, large mechanical retrofit, and performance contracting projects.

How you will do it

• Ensures installation hardware designand software programming using established standards as required. Provides detailed information to communicate design and operation to customers, Johnson Controls staff, and subcontractors.

• Actively pursues additional work through change orders. Evaluates the contractual scope of work and the impact of client‑issued bulletins, field directives, and/or scheduling changes. Communicates both technical and business‑related issues with the clients.

• Manages the selection, ordering, budget, and delivery schedule of materialsto be procured for the projects assigned via our web‑based tool process.

• Secures pricing and availability from outside vendors and suppliers, mechanical and electrical subcontractors including scope, terms, and conditions. May request several bids in the pricing process. Oversees subcontractor payment and billing processes.

• Provides job site coordination for paneland field device physical locations. Ensures installation is in accordance with Johnson Controls standards and project requirements.

• Manages and completes the loading, device verification, and commissioning of all system controllers as required. Validates complete system functionality and resolves issues with subcontractors and others to ensure proper operation. Provides accurate project as‑built and commissioning documentation.

• Manages costs, billings, and collections. Completes project billings in a timely and accurate format to the client. Maintains profitability goals and positive cash flow through best business practices and continuous improvement metrics.

• Provides coaching, mentoring, and technical assistanceto System Technicians, Electrical Installers, and System Designers. Provides technical assistance to subcontractors. Ensures that delegated tasks are done accurately, on‑time, billed, within budget, and within the scope of the contract.

• Effectively communicates the status of projectsto management as required and provides monthly forecasts of revenue, costs, and gross margin.

• Sends warranty letters to JCI customersupon substantial completion of the project and ensures proper execution of warranty.

• Develops project plans and coordinates the required resourcesto ensure timely and cost‑effective installation and completion of assigned projects.

• Performs site‑specific training for owner/operator on the total systemin full or with assistance. Ensures owner/operator has been trained. Provides proper documentation and manuals for system operation.

• Develops and maintains viable long‑term relationships with contractors, clients, consultants, and subcontractors. Attends job progress meetings as required.

• Coordinates with Project Engineerson bundled jobs to deliver cost‑efficient solutions that exceed customer expectations.

• Follows all safety standardsand has the highest regard for employee and subcontractor safety.

What we look for

• For Controls Project Manager I:Minimum of a technical associate's degree with two years of field experience or four years of equivalent related field experience. Must have applicable Access Control, Fire, Video, and/or systems design and commissioning experience. Must have appropriate licensing, certifications, and relevant hands‑on experience. Must demonstrate the ability to perform work independently. Strong personal computer skills. Knowledge of project accounting, costing principles, and contracting preferred.

• For Controls Project Manager II:All of the above with a minimum of a technical associate's degree with four years of field experience or six years of equivalent related field experience in the industry.

HIRING SALARY RANGE

$76,100 - $110,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience,knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with marketdata.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group,and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. Theposted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognizethat exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typicalprofile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, weencourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may usetechnology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluatecandidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, pleasevisit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us.

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