What you do

The Construction Project Manager is part of our Building Technology & Solutions business at Johnson Controls. Due to our growth, we are adding this position to our team. This person will lead mechanical construction projects in the North Suburban, Illinois area that are typically $1M or larger. Will oversee several projects at one time.

Under general direction, responsible for the profitable execution of assigned Equipment Complex Projects. Works with Owner and contractor sales managers and branch installation managers and teams as needed to provide sales support activities early in the TAS and development process to provide input on strategy, vendor / partner’s selection, scope enhancements, value engineering, risk assessment etc. as needed. 

Ensures that assigned projects are done accurately, on-time, billed, within budget and within scope of the contract.  Maintains positive cash flow. Actively pursues selling change orders.  Ensures work performed complies with state, local and Federal legal requirements and operates on the job with the highest ethics. 

Adheres to and ensures Johnson Controls staff and subcontractors adhere to all safety standards. Responsible for following consistent and repeatable project management procedures and processes.  Maintains an effective balance between customer satisfaction and project financial results.

How will you do it

• Acts as the primary internal leader for execution teams on assigned projects. Will interface with and provide direction to various teams (internal & external) as needed to successfully execute the equipment project.

• Develops project schedules and executes according to plan for assigned projects.

• Supports Projects Engineers and System Application Engineers in evaluating the contractual scope of work and the impact of client issued bulletins, field directives and / or scheduling changes.

• Actively pursues additional work through change orders. 

• Performs associated cost estimates, prepares proposals and negotiates final settlement price and customer acceptance.

• Manages company HVAC mechanics as well as subcontractors.

• Manages costs, billings and collections.

• Completes project billings in a timely and accurate format to the client.

• Maintains profitability goals and positive cash flow.

• Reviews and interprets contract Terms and Conditions.

• Analyzes financial reporting systems and project schedules to proactively address potential problems.

• Effectively communicates project progress, issues and financial status to management as required.

• Manages risks and establishes project recovery plans when required. 

• Resolves disputes with minimal need for escalation.

• Negotiates, prepares and issues subcontracts.

• Ensures project document controls comply with contract requirements and JCI standards.

• Oversees project construction for compliance with specifications, local codes and installation techniques.

• Manages the selection, ordering, and delivery schedule of materials to be procured for the projects assigned adequately ensuring manufacturing lead time is properly accounted for and managed. 

• Develops and maintains viable long-term relationships with customers, consultants, prime contractors and subcontractors. 

• Attends job progress meetings as required.  Ensures subcontractors understand expectations of the project.

• Coordinates with the HVAC Sales & Operations Managers, Construction Management Services and HVAC Installation Manager, Systems Team Leader, Service Operations Manager and / or Branch Mechanical Project Team Leader for allocation of resources needed to meet project objectives.

• Ensures any engineering and commissioning performed by the field team is in accordance with established standards.

• Facilitates escalation of product related problems. 

• Assists Area Management Team and / or sales in project development efforts.

• Coordinate customer-training requirements.

• For selecting bundled projects, we may interface with and provide direction to Truck Based team(s) that are assigned to projects under the Project Manager’s control.

• For selecting bundled projects, Self-perform sales support activities early in the audit process to provide input on vendor/partners selection, scope enhancements, value engineering, risk assessment etc.

• For select bundled projects, may Self-perform cost estimating, project scheduling and project management of assigned projects.

What we look for

Required

• Bachelor's degree in construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or Architecture or an associate's degree with equivalent work-related experience. 

• Expectation that PMI/PMP (Project Management Institute, Project Management Professional) certification will be obtained within 2 years of employment in the position. 

• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.

• Must be able to communicate technical material to a non-technical audience. 

• Travel will vary on project assignment. Projects may exist outside of assigned geography.

• Proficient in Project Management software and financial accounting systems. 

• Strong Personal Computer working capabilities in MS Office (excel, word, power point, project), Adobe Writer, Visio and basic Windows environment.

Preferred

• Minimum of five years of direct project management experience in the Building Construction Industry preferred.

• Management experience with projects related to Mechanical Retrofits, HVAC controls, BAS management, Fire management, and Security management systems is desired. 

• Will consider strong service technician and pipe fitter project leads.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $89,000 – 120,000 USD Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. This position includes a competitive benefits package.

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