HVAC Controls Project Manager 2

YDU JC Air Cond & Ref Inc.- Dubai; Brecksville (OH); On-site; USD 86,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

YDU JC Air Cond & Ref Inc.- Dubai is seeking an HVAC Controls Project Manager to lead projects from concept through commissioning and handoff. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure customer satisfaction with clear communication and proper documentation.

The role requires hands-on experience in HVAC/building automation, strong leadership, and the ability to work independently in a demanding field environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or technical degree with HVAC/building automation field experience.
• Hands-on systems design and commissioning experience.
• Strong HVAC controls knowledge and ability to lead projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Windows, Excel and related tools.
• Familiarity with project accounting, costing principles and contracting.

Responsibilities

• Lead HVAC controls projects from hardware design through closeout.
• Direct subcontractors, installers, technicians, designers, and admin staff to align with scope and schedule.
• Manage project financials including costs, billings, collections and subcontractor payments.
• Maintain regular customer communication and pursue approved change orders.
• Coordinate material selection, budgeting, vendor pricing and delivery schedules.
• Support owner training, warranty follow-up, and deliver as-built drawings and manuals.
• Ensure compliance with applicable requirements with emphasis on safety and ethics.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Team leadership

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Technical associate's degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Windows

Excel

Job description

HVAC Controls Project Manager

Join a team that focuses on building outcomes that matter for customers and communities. In this role, you will help deliver reliable HVAC controls solutions while working in a collaborative, safety‑conscious environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead assigned HVAC controls projects from hardware design through to closeout.
• Direct subcontractors, electrical installers, technicians, designers, and administrative support to keep work aligned with scope and schedule.
• Manage project financial results, including costs, billings, collections and subcontractor payment processes.
• Maintain regular communication with customers throughout all project phases and pursue approved change orders.
• Coordinate material selection, ordering, budget, vendor pricing and delivery schedules for assigned projects.
• Support owner and operator training, warranty follow‑up, and deliver accurate project documentation, as‑built drawings and manuals.
• Ensure work is completed in compliance with applicable state, local and federal requirements with a strong focus on safety and ethics.

How You Will Do It

Plan the work early, define the technical scope and keep execution aligned with contract requirements. Use established standards for hardware design and software programming, then validate system functionality and resolve issues with subcontractors and field teams. Stay close to the jobsite and the customer by coordinating panel and field device locations, communicating technical and business issues clearly, and responding quickly to bulletin or schedule changes. Own outcomes with accountability for safety, integrity and financial results, tracking revenue, costs and gross margin and providing accurate monthly forecasts to management. Improve every day through candid problem‑solving. Load and verify controllers, complete commissioning, and capture accurate as‑built and commissioning documentation. Win as one team by coaching system technicians, electrical installers, system designers and subcontractors so delegated work is accurate, on time, billed correctly and within budget. Develop project plans, coordinate required resources, and keep communication steady with customers, contractors, consultants, Johnson Controls staff and suppliers. Deliver owner and operator training, manuals and warranty letters in a timely manner so each system is ready for successful handoff.

Qualifications

• Required: Technical associate’s degree with four years of field experience, or six years of equivalent related field experience in the HVAC/building automation industry.
• Hands‑on experience with systems design and commissioning of digital HVAC/building automation controls systems.
• HVAC controls knowledge, customer communication skills, organizational skills and a proven ability to lead projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to explain technical material to a non‑technical audience.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a field‑based environment.
• Computer proficiency with Windows, Excel and related business tools.
• Knowledge of control theory and HVAC/building automation systems.
• Familiarity with project accounting, costing principles and contracting.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, or equivalent experience with six years of field experience in the HVAC industry.
• Preferred: Experience preparing status reports for upper management.
• Preferred: Strong track record of supporting employee and subcontractor safety.

Salary & Benefits

Hiring Salary Range: $86‑118k. Salary to be determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity and alignment with market data. This role offers a competitive bonus plan that will account for individual, group and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal‑opportunity and non‑discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.