Controls Lead Systems Specialist

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What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time- 15 days of vacation first year
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
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What you will do

Under general direction, serves as the on-site project leader to plan, execute, and complete projects with assigned customers in a safe and cost-effective manner. Performs or delegates tasks as necessary to execute and fully complete assigned projects including hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, system and network commissioning, and project closeout. Responsible for the overall financial outcomes of assigned projects including costs, project billings, and collections. Maintains both customer satisfaction and profitable project financial results. Proactively seeks to sell change orders. Facilitates communication with the customer throughout all project phases. Ensures effective warranty execution. Offers work direction to subcontractors, electrical installers, technicians, designers, and administrative staff as required. Guarantees compliance with the AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) and applicable local, state, and federal legal requirements and upholds the highest ethical standards on the job. Ensures that Johnson Controls staff and subcontractors comply with all safety protocols.

How you will do it

• Implements controls and software programming using established protocols as needed. Provides detailed information to communicate design and operation to customers, Johnson Controls personnel, and subcontractors.
• Actively seeks additional work through change orders. Assesses the contractual scope of work and the impact of client-issued bulletins, field directives, and/or scheduling changes. Communicates both technical and business-related matters with clients.
• Manages the selection, ordering, budgeting, and delivery scheduling of materials to be procured for assigned projects via our web-based tool process.
• Obtains pricing and availability from external vendors and suppliers, mechanical, and electrical subcontractors, including scope, terms, and conditions. May request multiple bids during the pricing process. Oversees subcontractor payment and billing procedures.
• Coordinates on-site activities for panel and field device physical locations. Ensures installation adheres to Johnson Controls standards and project requirements.
• Oversees the loading, device verification, and commissioning of all system controllers as necessary. Confirms complete system functionality and addresses issues with subcontractors and others to ensure proper operation. Provides precise project as-built and commissioning documentation.
• Administers costs, billings, and collections. Completes project billings promptly and accurately for clients. Maintains profitability objectives and favorable cash flow through best business practices and continuous improvement metrics.
• Offers coaching, mentoring, and technical support to System Technicians, Electrical Installers, and System Designers. Provides technical guidance to subcontractors. Ensures that delegated tasks are completed accurately, timely, billed correctly, within budget, and within the scope of the contract.
• Effectively communicates project status to management as required and delivers monthly forecasts of revenue, costs, and gross margin.
• Issues warranty letters to Johnson Controls customers upon substantial project completion and ensures effective warranty execution.
• Develops project plans and coordinates required resources to ensure timely and cost-effective installation and completion of assigned projects.
• Conducts site-specific training for owner/operators on the total system, either independently or with assistance. Ensures that owner/operators are adequately trained. Provides proper documentation and manuals for system operation.
• Establishes and maintains viable long-term relationships with contractors, clients, consultants, and subcontractors. Participates in job progress meetings as needed.
• Collaborates with Project Engineers on bundled jobs to deliver cost-effective solutions that exceed customer expectations.
• Adheres to all safety standards and prioritizes the safety of employees and subcontractors.

What we look for

• For LSS I: Minimum of a technical Associates Degree with two years of field experience or four years of equivalent related experience. Must have applicable Building Automation Systems design and commissioning experience. Must possess appropriate licensing, certifications, and relevant hands-on experience. Must demonstrate the ability to work independently. Strong personal computer skills are required. Knowledge of project accounting, costing principles, and contracting is preferred.
• For LSS II: All of the above with a minimum of a technical Associates Degree with four years of field experience or six years of equivalent related experience in the industry.
• Metasys experience preferred

HIRING SALARY RANGE : $76,000-105,000 (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

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