Onsite HVAC Controls Project Lead

Johnson Controls; Brecksville (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls seeks an on-site Controls Project Manager for HVAC projects to lead from planning through commissioning, coordinating internal teams, subcontractors, and customers to deliver complete systems on time and within scope.

You will drive technical design, system programming, procurement, and final handover while maintaining safety, quality, and profitability. Strong communication and project-management skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Technical associate degree with four years of field experience, or six years of equivalent related field experience in the HVAC or Building Automation industry.
• Hands‑on experience in systems design and commissioning of digital HVAC or Building Automation controls systems.
• HVAC controls knowledge and a solid understanding of control theory and HVAC or Building Automation systems.
• Customer communication experience, along with strong organizational skills and a proven ability to lead projects.
• Proven verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical material to a non‑technical audience.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Computer proficiency in Windows, Excel, and related business tools.
• Understanding of project accounting, costing principles, and contracting.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned HVAC controls projects through hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, commissioning, and closeout.
• Coordinate day-to-day execution with subcontractors, electrical installers, technicians, designers, and administrative support as needed.
• Manage project financial performance, including costs, billings, collections, cash flow, and gross margin.
• Maintain regular communication with customers throughout all phases of the project and support the development of long-term relationships.
• Review contractual scope, evaluate field directives, bulletins, and schedule changes, and pursue change orders when additional work is identified.
• Coordinate procurement activities, including material selection, ordering, vendor pricing, availability, and delivery schedules.
• Oversee loading, device verification, system checkout, and commissioning of system controllers and related equipment.
• Validate complete system functionality, resolve issues, and ensure the final installation performs to project requirements.
• Prepare accurate as-built records, commissioning documentation, manuals, and warranty documentation.
• Provide site-specific training for owners and operators on system operation and use.
• Attend job progress meetings, report project status, and provide forecasts for revenue, costs, and margin as required.
• Ensure work is completed in compliance with applicable safety standards and legal requirements.

Skills

HVAC controls

Project management

Customer communication

Leadership

Education

Technical associate degree

Tools

Windows

Excel

Job description

Johnson Controls seeks an on-site Controls Project Manager for HVAC projects to lead from planning through commissioning, coordinating internal teams, subcontractors, and customers to deliver complete systems on time and within scope.

You will drive technical design, system programming, procurement, and final handover while maintaining safety, quality, and profitability. Strong communication and project-management skills are essential for success.