HVAC Controls Project Leader (Onsite)

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Junction City (KS); On-site; USD 79,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) and comprehensive benefits

On-the-job training and career growth

Safety-focused work environment

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Kansas is seeking a Controls Project Manager for HVAC systems. You will lead on-site construction management from pre-construction through commissioning, coordinating teams, subcontractors, and customers to deliver projects on time and within budget.

You will drive planning, cost control, change management, and quality assurance while maintaining strong customer relationships and adherence to safety standards. Strong communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Construction Management, Engineering Technology, HVAC Technology, Building Automation Systems or related field with at least four years of experience.
• Hands-on design, installation, startup, commissioning and turnover of digital HVAC or BAS control systems.
• Strong HVAC controls knowledge and understanding of control theory, BAS operation, and system integration.
• Experience in project planning, scheduling, resource coordination, subcontractor management, and field execution oversight.
• Ability to read construction drawings, specs, control schematics and sequences of operations.
• Proven ability to manage project scope, labor productivity, materials procurement, and profitability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication for technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned HVAC controls projects through design, installation, commissioning, and closeout.
• Coordinate day-to-day execution with subcontractors, electricians, technicians, designers and admin staff.
• Manage project financial performance: costs, billings, cash flow, and gross margin.
• Maintain regular communication with customers and develop long-term relationships.
• Review scope, directives, bulletins, and schedule changes; pursue change orders when needed.
• Oversee procurement activities, including material selection, ordering, and vendor pricing.
• Ensure system functionality, testing, and commissioning of controllers and equipment.
• Provide site-specific training to owners/operators on system operation.
• Document as-built records, commissioning docs, and warranty materials.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication skills

Customer relationship management

Risk and change management

Team coordination

Problem solving

Budgeting and cost control

Safety adherence

Education

Associate degree in Construction Management or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Construction/Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Excel

Project management software

Scheduling tools

Job description

Johnson Controls in Kansas is seeking a Controls Project Manager for HVAC systems. You will lead on-site construction management from pre-construction through commissioning, coordinating teams, subcontractors, and customers to deliver projects on time and within budget.

You will drive planning, cost control, change management, and quality assurance while maintaining strong customer relationships and adherence to safety standards. Strong communication and leadership are essential.