MP Project Manager

Johnson Controls; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 94,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

15 days vacation + holidays

Day-one benefits including health

Team-focused culture

On-the-job training

Zero Harm safety policy

Employee discount programs

Company branding and career growth

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager to lead sophisticated controls construction projects with budgets over $5 million. You will be on-site, directing cross-disciplinary teams and guiding vendor selection, value engineering, and risk assessment to meet client expectations.

Responsibilities include maintaining budgetary control, cash flow, and schedule adherence while ensuring safety and compliance. A PMI/PMP within two years is preferred, with travel as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Eng, Construction Management, or Architecture; or an assoc degree with equivalent experience.
• Experience on large construction projects valued >$5M.
• Experience with Mechanical Retrofits, HVAC controls, BAS, Fire and Security management is advantageous.
• 8+ years direct PM experience in the building construction industry.
• PMI/PMP certification within two years of employment.
• Strong verbal and written communication; able to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency in project management software and financial accounting systems.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, Adobe Writer, Visio, and Windows.
• Flexibility to travel as required by project assignments.
• Capability to manage complex projects involving multiple subcontractors and scopes of work.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site project execution for complex construction programs.
• Oversee budgets, change orders, and client/vendor coordination.
• Ensure schedule adherence, safety compliance, and quality delivery.
• Manage costs, billing, and collections to ensure profitability.
• Communicate progress and financial status to management.
• Coordinate with internal teams to allocate resources effectively.
• Develop vendor relationships and oversee commissioning activities.

Skills

PM leadership

Communication

Budget management

Project scheduling

Vendor management

Change orders

MS Office

PM software

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's in Construction/Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Eng, CM, or Arch

Assoc degree with equivalent experience

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Excel

Job description

About Us

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

About Us

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education. For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

Benefits

We recognize that a fulfilling career is supported by your overall wellbeing. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you in multiple aspects of life, including:

• Competitive salary
• Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time - 15 days of vacation in your first year to promote work-life balance
• Comprehensive benefits package, including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care, available from day one
• An encouraging and collaborative team environment that values diverse perspectives and fosters innovation
• On-the-job and cross-training opportunities
• A strong commitment to safety through our Zero Harm policy, ensuring a safe and secure workplace for all employees
• JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)
• Check us Out: A Day in the Life of the Building of the Future

What You Will Do

Our Senior Construction Project Managers are instrumental in driving the success of our Building Solutions North America business at Johnson Controls. This role involves leading sophisticated controls construction projects with budgets exceeding $1M, ensuring project execution aligns with company standards and client expectations. Under general direction, you will be responsible for the financial and operational success of assigned projects. Collaboration with various teams including owners, contractors, sales managers, and installation managers is key to providing strategic guidance on vendor selection, value engineering, risk assessment, and scope improvements.

Responsibilities Include

• Ensuring projects are completed accurately, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with the contract scope.
• Maintaining positive cash flow and actively pursuing change orders to maximize project value.
• Adhering to and enforcing safety standards with all staff and subcontractors.
• Following consistent and repeatable project management procedures and processes.
• Balancing client satisfaction with achieving project financial goals.

How You Will Do It

• Act as the primary on-site leader for project execution teams, developing and adhering to project schedules.
• Evaluate contractual scopes of work, addressing client-issued directives, and actively pursuing additional work through change orders.
• Manage costs, billing, and collections to ensure profitability and positive cash flow.
• Analyze financial reports and project schedules to proactively address potential issues.
• Effectively communicate project progress, issues, and financial status to management.
• Coordinate with various internal teams to allocate resources effectively and meet project objectives.
• Ensure compliance with legal and company standards during project execution.
• Lead initiatives for engineering and commissioning to align with established standards.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Facilitate solutions for critical product-related issues and coordinate customer training requirements.

What We Look For

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture; or an associate's degree with equivalent experience.
• Proven experience with large construction projects valued over $5 million.
• Expertise in managing projects related to Mechanical Retrofits, HVAC controls, BAS systems, Fire management, and Security management is advantageous.
• At least eight years of direct project management experience in the building construction industry.
• Commitment to obtaining PMI/PMP certification within two years of employment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency in project management software and financial accounting systems.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Writer, Visio, and Windows environments.
• Flexibility to travel as required by project assignments.
• Capability to manage complex projects involving multiple subcontractors and scopes of work.

HIRING SALARY RANGE

$94,000 - 150,000 (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 that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance. 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. 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.