HVAC Controls Project Manager- Systems Specialist

Clear Destination Inc.; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Destination Inc. is seeking an on-site HVAC project leader in Houston to plan, execute, and complete control systems projects for assigned customers.

You will manage technical execution, customer communication, subcontractor coordination, and project financial performance from kickoff through closeout, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule and within scope with strong customer satisfaction and financial results.

Qualifications

• Experience leading control systems projects in HVAC or building automation environments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Familiarity with project financials, change orders, and subcontractor coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned control systems projects from planning through closeout, including hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, system and network commissioning, and warranty follow-up.
• Own project financial results by managing costs, billings, collections, and profitability while pursuing change orders to capture approved scope changes.
• Coordinate communication with customers throughout all project phases and communicate technical and business issues clearly and professionally.
• Direct subcontractors, electrical installers, technicians, designers, and administrative support as needed to keep work moving accurately and efficiently.
• Manage material selection, ordering, budget, and delivery schedules for assigned projects.
• Secure pricing and availability from vendors and subcontractors, including scope, terms, and conditions, and oversee subcontractor payment and billing processes.
• Coordinate jobsite panel and field device locations and ensure installation aligns with Johnson Controls literature and project requirements.
• Complete controller loading, device verification, commissioning, as-built documentation, and system validation to confirm proper operation.

Job description

Role Overview

As the on-site HVAC project leader, you will plan, execute, and complete control systems projects for assigned customers. You will manage technical execution, customer communication, subcontractor coordination, and project financial performance from kickoff through closeout. Success in this role means delivering projects on schedule, within scope, and with a strong balance between customer satisfaction and financial results.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead assigned control systems projects from planning through closeout, including hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, system and network commissioning, and warranty follow-up.
• Own project financial results by managing costs, billings, collections, and profitability while pursuing change orders to capture approved scope changes.
• Coordinate communication with customers throughout all project phases and communicate technical and business issues clearly and professionally.
• Direct subcontractors, electrical installers, technicians, designers, and administrative support as needed to keep work moving accurately and efficiently.
• Manage material selection, ordering, budget, and delivery schedules for assigned projects.
• Secure pricing and availability from vendors and subcontractors, including scope, terms, and conditions, and oversee subcontractor payment and billing processes.
• Coordinate jobsite panel and field device locations and ensure installation aligns with Johnson Controls literature and project requirements.
• Complete controller loading, device verification, commissioning, as-built documentation, and system validation to confirm proper operation.