HVAC Controls Project Manager

jci; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

15 days vacation

401K with benefits

Benefits from day one

Extensive training

Collaborative culture

Zero Harm safety

Job summary

Johnson Controls is hiring a Project Manager – Control Systems to lead on-site building automation projects. You will plan, execute, and close projects while balancing customer satisfaction, technical excellence, and financial performance.

The role requires coordinating with teams, programming control panels, and managing costs. A technical degree with project experience is preferred; this is an on-site opportunity with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience programming control panels, preferably for HVAC systems.
• Proven experience managing projects.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Strong independent work ethic and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with computers and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site control systems projects from planning to closeout.
• Program control panels and coordinate hardware/software design.
• Manage project finances including costs and billings.
• Maintain strong customer relationships as primary contact.
• Identify and pursue change orders while overseeing warranty work.
• Ensure timely delivery within scope and budget.

Skills

HVAC programming

Project management

Technical communication

Problem solving

Computer proficiency

Education

Associate’s degree in technical field

4+ years building automation experience

Job description

Build Your Best Future with Johnson Controls

At Johnson Controls, we’re shaping the future of smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings. As a global leader, our mission is to reimagine how buildings perform—serving people, places, and the planet.

When you join Johnson Controls, you become part of a high‑performing, collaborative team that supports industries around the world. We invest in your growth through meaningful work, hands‑on learning, and career development opportunities. Our culture is built on inclusion, innovation, and empowerment—your ideas matter here.

What We Offer

• What we offer

• Competitive salary & commission plan

• 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 opportunitiesWith outstanding resources

• Encouraging and collaborative team environment

• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

• Check us Out:A Day in a Life at Johnson Controls

What You Will Do

As a Project Manager – Control Systems, you will serve as the on‑site project leader responsible for planning, executing, and closing building automation and control systems projects for assigned customers. You will own project delivery from start to finish—balancing customer satisfaction, technical excellence, and financial performance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the execution of control systems projects, including hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, commissioning, and closeout

• Managing overall project financials, including costs, billings, and collections

• Maintaining strong customer relationships and acting as the primary point of contact throughout all project phases

• Identifying and pursuing change orders while ensuring proper execution of warranty work

• Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget

How You Will Do It

• Provide work direction to subcontractors, electrical installers, technicians, designers, and administrative partners as needed

• Coordinate effectively across teams to ensure seamless project execution

• Ensure all work complies with local, state, and federal regulations and is performed with the highest ethical standards

• Lead by example in safety, ensuring adherence to Johnson Controls safety policies and procedures

What We Look For

Required

• Associate’s degree in a technical field with 2 years of relevant field experience or 4 years of equivalent experience in the building automation industry

• Experience programming control panels, preferably for HVAC systems

• Proven experience managing projects

• Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to non‑technical audiences

• Strong independent work ethic and problem‑solving skills

• Proficiency with computers and related tools

Preferred

• Experience in the HVAC controls industry

• 2+ years of project management experience

• Knowledge of project accounting and costing principles

• Hands‑on experience in systems design and commissioning of digital HVAC control systems

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $76,000 to $93,000(Salary to be determined by the education, experience,

knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market

data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The

posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize

that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical

profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we

encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use

technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate

candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please

visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at

https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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