Project Manager | Project Manager

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Glendale (WI); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid vacation/holidays/sick time

Comprehensive benefits: 401K, medical,

Dental and vision care

On-the-job/cross-training

Encouraging and collaborative team

Zero Harm safety culture

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Project Manager in Glendale, WI to plan and lead the next generation of Smart Building products. You will manage scope, schedule, cost, risk, and quality while coordinating with product management, engineering, marketing and manufacturing teams.

Candidates should have 5+ years of PM or engineering experience, with PMP and Scrum Master certs. The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, risk management, and end-to-end project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Software Eng, CS, or EE; MS/MBA preferred.
• 5 years’ experience as a Project Manager and/or in engineering.
• PMP and Scrum Master certification required.
• Experience in cross-functional project team management & SDLC (software/hardware).
• Experience with development methodologies including waterfall, iterative and agile.
• Microsoft Project and Jira experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Product Management, Engineering, Marketing, and Manufacturing to develop scope, schedule, cost, quality, resources and risk for new products.
• Develop and follow a Project Management Plan; set goals, plan deliverables, schedules and milestones; manage schedule and risk with emphasis on quality.
• Ensure projects are delivered with On Budget, On Product Cost, On Schedule & On Quality.
• Lead geographically dispersed project teams; coordinate activities across cross-functional boundaries.
• Report progress to stakeholders and formalize a communication plan for timely updates.
• Thrive in front-end phases with ambiguity, guiding risk and uncertainty.
• Apply software/hardware engineering and PM processes to ensure high-quality delivery.
• Execute multiple projects from concept through design, development, testing and deployment.
• Understand NPI deliverables and drive all NPI programs per New Product Introduction Process.
• Create risk mitigation strategies aligned with multi-project objectives.
• Understand system/business perspective and escalate risks timely.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Written & verbal communication

Multitasking & prioritization

Leadership without authority

Conflict resolution

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering, CS, or EE

MS or MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Project

Jira

Job description

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team!

Who we are:

Johnson Controls is global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings. Our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places, and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary


• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time


• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care.


• On-the-job/cross-training opportunities


• Encouraging and collaborative team environment


• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

Project Manager

What you will do

Johnson Controls is developing the next generation of smart and connected, through a full range of systems and digital solutions, we will make buildings smarter. A smarter building is safer, more comfortable, more efficient, and, ultimately, more sustainable. Come join Building Automation and Controls team and be a part of our transformation journey!

We are currently looking for a Project Manager to plan and lead projects that define, develop, and deliver the next generation of Smart Building Products to help our customers manage their energy usage, security,and building operation costs. Direct project activities as well as managing project schedule, scope, risk, and cost.

Requires in-depth knowledge of project management methodologies and techniques. Demonstrated efficient utilization of resources and skills through effective planning and leadership in a matrix organization. Experienced in Project Management integrating multiple systems using industry-wide standards in both software and hardware. Seeking solid experience managing complex projects and programs working with diverse, multi-disciplined project teams.

How you will do it

• Collaborate with Product Management, Engineering, Marketing, Manufacturing team to develop project scope, schedule, cost, quality, resources, risk and successful launch of new products.


• Develop and follow a Project Management Plan; set team project goals, plan project deliverables, establish project schedules and milestones; manage all aspects of project schedule including risk with critical focus on quality.


• Ensure projects are delivered with 4 ONs (On Budget, On Product Cost, On Schedule & On Quality)


• Manage and lead assigned geographically dispersed project team members in daily activities; communicate and coordinate activities along cross-functional boundaries.


• Report and review the progress of project(s) with the stakeholders; formalize communication plan to ensure timely, accurate information and updates are provided to appropriate stakeholders.


• Thrive in the front-end phase with ambiguous definitions, fast direction changes, while managing technical risk and uncertainty.


• Apply formal software and hardware engineering and Project Management processes and best practices to ensure high-quality product delivery.


• Execute multiple projects from concept through requirements, design, development, testing and deployment.


• Understand NPI (New Product Initiative) mandatory & non-mandatory deliverables, process in-detail, and drive all NPI programs as per New Product Introduction Process


• Create strategies for risk mitigation and contingency planning maintaining focus on project-level needs while working within the framework of larger, multi-project and program business objectives.


• Ability to understand entire system/business perspective, identify and early escalation of risks at the right time.

What we look for

• Excellent analytical, logical and project management skills. High level of personal credibility at all levels of the organization.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; proficiency in changing communication style based on audience (technical, non-technical, executive through individual contributor.)


• Ability to clearly convey concepts / solutions to the business in appropriate terms.


• Ability to manage multiple, potentially changing priorities and effectively coordinate activities across teams.


• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills.


• Strong time management, organizational, and prioritization skills.


• Demonstrated experience in leading and influencing individuals and teams without formal organizational control.


• Strong consensus building, conflict resolution, and persuasive skills.


• Experience in exercising mature judgment in independent evaluation, selection, and adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.


• Experience in utilizing multiple problem-solving techniques; ability to devise new problem-solving approaches as issues arise.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent technical field.MS or MBA preferred.


• 5 years’ experience as a Project Manager and/or in engineering.


• PMP, Scrum master certification required.


• Experience in cross functional project team management & Software/Hardware Development Lifecycle experience.


• Experience with various development methodologies including waterfall, iterative and agile methods.


• Microsoft project planning and hands on experience in Jira.

SALARY RANGE: $125,000 - $140,000 (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. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. 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