MP Project Manager

YDU JC Air Cond & Ref Inc.- Dubai; Wilmington (NC); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager to drive sophisticated controls construction projects with budgets over $1M, focusing on Building Solutions North America. You will lead on-site teams, coordinate vendors, and ensure alignment with contract scope and client expectations.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture, 8+ years of PM experience in building construction, and PMI/PMP pursuit within two years.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture is required or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience with large construction projects valued over $5 million.
• Experience managing Mechanical Retrofits, HVAC controls, BAS, Fire and Security systems is advantageous.
• PMI/PMP certification within two years of employment is expected.
• Strong verbal and written communication, with ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency in project management software and financial accounting systems; travel flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with contract scope.
• Maintain positive cash flow and pursue change orders to maximize project value.
• Enforce safety standards with all staff and subcontractors.
• Follow repeatable project management procedures and processes.
• Balance client satisfaction with achieving project financial goals.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Financial management

MS Office

Visio

Contract management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction/ Civil/ Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture

Associate's degree with equivalent experience

Tools

PM software

Adobe Writer

Microsoft Office Suite

Visio

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. 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. 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)

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

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and 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. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law.

Johnson Controls: Enhancing the Intelligence of Buildings

Your buildings have a purpose. They are places for people to live or work. Facilities for learning or healing. Venues for entertainment and shopping. Sites for the specialized storage of tangible goods or mission-critical data. Your buildings have a huge variety of functions; they are central to your mission. This is where Johnson Controls comes in, helping drive the outcomes that matter most. Through a full range of systems and digital solutions, we make your buildings smarter. A smarter building is safer, more comfortable, more efficient, and, ultimately, more sustainable. Most important, smarter buildings let you focus more intensely on your unique mission. Better for your people. Better for your bottom line. Better for the planet. At Johnson Controls, we’ve been making buildings smarter since 1885, and our capabilities, depth of innovation experience, and global reach have been growing ever since. Today, we offer the world’s largest portfolio of building products, technologies, software, and services; we put that portfolio to work to transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play.