Controls Project Manager

Johnson Controls; Rocky Hill (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Controls Project Manager to lead large mechanical construction projects in the Rocky Hill, CT area with on-site responsibilities and occasional travel to customer sites. You will drive profitable project execution from planning to closeout, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and safety compliance.

The role requires at least eight years of project management experience in building construction, strong communication skills, and proficiency in PM software and financial

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or Architecture or an Associate's Degree with equivalent experience.
• Eight+ years direct project management experience in building construction.
• Experience managing complex projects with multiple subcontractors and scopes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to explain technical material to non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency in project management software and financial accounting systems.
• Strong PC skills in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and familiarity with Adobe Writer and Visio.
• PMI/PMP certification commitment within two years.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site execution for mechanical construction projects and coordinate the project team to completion.
• Support sales and project development activities; strategy input, vendor/partner selection, value engineering, risk assessment.
• Develop project schedules and manage execution against plan; monitor changes and client directives.
• Review contract scope and assess impact of directives and schedule changes.
• Pursue change orders; prepare costs, proposals, and settlements with customers.
• Manage costs, billings, cash flow, and project profitability.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms, safety, and Johnson Controls standards.
• Coordinate with CMS, HVAC installation, systems, and project team leaders.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Technical communication

PM software

Accounting systems

MS Project

Adobe Writer

Visio

Education

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

Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Project

Adobe Writer

Visio

Job description

Controls Project Manager

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.

Role Overview

The CMS Project Manager leads large mechanical construction projects in the local area, with remote work and travel to customer sites as needed. This role is responsible for profitable project execution from early planning through closeout, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, within budget, and in compliance with contract and safety requirements.

This an onsite role that must be local to the Rocky Hill, CT market.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the primary on-site execution effort for assigned mechanical construction projects and coordinate the project team through completion.
• Support sales and project development activities early in the TAS and development process, including strategy input, vendor and partner selection, scope enhancements, value engineering, and risk assessment.
• Develop project schedules and manage execution against plan.
• Review contractual scope of work and evaluate the impact of client bulletins, field directives, and scheduling changes.
• Pursue change orders actively, prepare associated cost estimates and proposals, and negotiate final settlement prices and customer acceptance.
• Manage costs, billings, collections, and project financial performance to support profitability and positive cash flow.
• Review contract terms and conditions, analyze project reporting, and **escalate issues when needed.**
• Manage risks, prepare recovery plans, and resolve disputes with minimal escalation.
• Negotiate, prepare, and issue subcontracts.
• Maintain project document controls in compliance with contract requirements and Johnson Controls standards.
• Oversee construction work for compliance with specifications, local codes, installation techniques, and safety requirements.
• Coordinate selection, ordering, and delivery schedules for materials procured for assigned projects.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, consultants, prime contractors, and subcontractors.
• Coordinate with CMS, HVAC installation, systems, and branch mechanical project team leaders to align resources and support project objectives.
• Coordinate customer training requirements and facilitate escalation of product-related issues when needed.
• For select projects, provide direction to truck-based teams or self-perform project support activities as required by the assignment.

How You Will Do It

Own outcomes with accountability, safety, and integrity by leading project execution with a clear focus on quality, ethics, and compliance.

Stay close to the work by tracking field progress, schedule status, scope changes, and customer needs before they become larger issues.

Improve every day through candid communication, practical problem-solving, and proactive recovery planning when risks arise.

Win as one team by coordinating closely with sales, installation, engineering, commissioning, subcontractors, and customers to keep work moving smoothly.

Use Microsoft Project and project reporting tools to evaluate job progress, identify risks, and support timely decisions.

Maintain disciplined document control, billing accuracy, and financial tracking throughout the project lifecycle.

Communicate project status, financial performance, and issues clearly to management and stakeholders.

Keep subcontractors aligned on expectations, site requirements, and schedule commitments.

Balance customer satisfaction with project financial results while maintaining a consistent and repeatable project management approach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or Architecture, or an Associate's Degree with equivalent work-related experience.
• Minimum of eight years of direct project management experience in the building construction industry.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects with multiple subcontractors and multiple scopes of work.
• Strong 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, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project, as well as Adobe Writer, Visio, and the basic Windows environment.
• Commitment to obtain PMI/PMP certification within two years