Johnson Controls · 10 hours ago
CMS Project Manager I
Indianapolis, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$89K/yr - $120K/yr
5+ years expJohnson Controls is a leader in building technology and solutions, and they are seeking a CMS Project Manager I to lead mechanical construction projects in the North Suburban, Illinois area. The role involves overseeing project execution, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, managing costs and profitability, and maintaining customer relationships.
Industrial EngineeringPhysical SecuritySmart Building
Responsibilities
Acts as the primary internal leader for execution teams on assigned projects
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
Qualification
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
Benefits
Competitive benefits package
Company
Johnson Controls
Johnson Controls offers smart buildings that create safe, healthy, and sustainable environments.
10001+ employees
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Chief Executive Officer
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