HVAC Controls Project Manager

Johnson Controls International; Medford (OR); On-site; USD 79,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid vacation & holidays

Day-one benefits

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking an HVAC Controls Project Manager to lead on-site projects from kickoff through commissioning and handover, ensuring safety, quality, and customer satisfaction in building automation.

You will design and program HVAC control systems, coordinate field activities, manage costs and schedules, and train owners on operation. A technical degree and hands-on HVAC experience are required or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a technical field plus 4 years of related field experience, or 6 years of equivalent hands-on experience in HVAC / Building Automation.
• Strong experience with system design, programming, and commissioning of digital HVAC controls.
• Solid understanding of control theory and building automation systems.
• Ability to work independently and lead projects with confidence.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency with Windows, Excel, and related applications.
• Working knowledge of project costing, accounting principles, and contracting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and completion of control systems projects for assigned customers.
• Design system hardware, develop control programming, and coordinate installation activities.
• Direct system and network commissioning, validation, and project closeout.
• Provide day-to-day guidance to subcontractors, technicians, designers, and installers.
• Act as the primary customer contact and maintain clear, proactive communication throughout the project.

Skills

HVAC / Building Automation

Project management

Client communication

Team leadership

System design

Programming (control systems)

Education

Associate's degree in a technical field

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Windows

Excel

Job description

At Johnson Controls, we help create smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings that support people, places, and the planet. In this role, you will lead HVAC Building Automation projects with a focus on technical quality, customer satisfaction, safe execution, and strong project performance.

Role Overview

As an HVAC Controls Project Manager, you will serve as the on-site technical and project leader for assigned HVAC and Building Automation projects. You will guide work from kickoff through commissioning and closeout, coordinate the people and materials needed to deliver results, and keep customers informed throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and completion of control systems projects for assigned customers.
• Design system hardware, develop control programming, and coordinate installation activities.
• Direct system and network commissioning, validation, and project closeout.
• Provide day-to-day guidance to subcontractors, technicians, designers, and installers.
• Act as the primary customer contact and maintain clear, proactive communication throughout the project.
• Manage project costs, billings, collections, revenue, and margin performance.
• Identify change orders, scope growth opportunities, and contract impacts.
• Ensure work meets applicable state, local, and federal requirements.
• Develop as-built documentation, commissioning records, training materials, and operation manuals.
• Train owners and operators on system operation and support a successful handover.

How You Will Do It

• Own outcomes with accountability, safety, and integrity by keeping project execution aligned with customer expectations, quality standards, and code requirements.
• Stay close to the work and remove obstacles early by coordinating directly with field teams, vendors, and customers to prevent delays and rework.
• Improve every day through candid communication and practical problem‑solving by reviewing scope, schedule, commissioning, and cost impacts as conditions change.
• Win as one team by building trust across internal partners, subcontractors, consultants, and customers and sharing clear updates throughout the project.
• Use established standards to design and program HVAC control systems and verify complete system functionality.
• Lead controller loading, device verification, and commissioning activities to confirm performance before turnover.
• Coordinate field device and panel installation so work matches the approved design and project requirements.
• Track project revenue, costs, and margins, and provide regular status updates to management.
• Manage procurement by selecting materials, securing vendor pricing, and monitoring delivery schedules.
• Coach technicians, designers, installers, and subcontractors so work is completed safely and to a high standard.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a technical field plus 4 years of related field experience, or 6 years of equivalent hands-on experience in HVAC / Building Automation.
• Strong experience with system design, programming, and commissioning of digital HVAC controls.
• Solid understanding of control theory and building automation systems.
• Ability to work independently and lead projects with confidence.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency with Windows, Excel, and related applications.
• Working knowledge of project costing, accounting principles, and contracting.

Nice to Have

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field with 6+ years of HVAC industry experience.
• Experience preparing project status and performance reports for senior leadership.
• Demonstrated commitment to employee and subcontractor safety.

Why Join Us

We offer a competitive salary, paid vacation/holidays/sick time with 15 days of vacation in the first year, and a comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care available on day one. You will also have access to extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities, an encouraging and collaborative team environment, and a strong safety focus through our Zero Harm policy. The hiring salary range for this role is $78,600-$108,000, and the position includes a competitive bonus plan based on individual, group, and corporate performance.