Mechanical Project Team Leader III

Auburn Hills-Michigan-United States of AmericaFull-timePosted Jul 1, 2026
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About Us

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.


For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.


What we offer

  • Paid vacation/holidays/sick time - 15 days of vacation first year

  • Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one

  • Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities with outstanding resources

  • Encouraging and collaborative team environment

  • Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What you will do

Under general supervision, responsible for the overall execution and performance of mechanical retrofit projects.  Responsible for following consistent and repeatable project management standardized procedures and processes and achieving financial results on assigned projects.  Provides project coordination for day-to-day activities of Mechanics, and sub-contractors.  Secures new work and change orders from the existing customer base.  Provides mechanical project estimating and estimating reviews. Responsible for overall project safety program compliance.   

How you will do it

  • Plans, executes and controls assigned projects. Oversees the mechanical retrofit process to ensure that it is performed in accordance with Johnson Controls standard practices.  Facilitates escalation of product related problems.  

  • Secures new work and changes orders from the existing customer base. 

  • Acts as a technical resource for Sales. 

  • Assist with recruits, hires, and supervises resources to staff the project team.  Interfaces with the Truck Based team(s) to control manpower to proper staffing levels.  

  • Reviews and interprets contract Terms and Conditions. 

  • Coordinates the drawing layouts / detailing for proper job installation.  

  • Analyzes financial reporting systems and project schedules to proactively address potential problems and manage risk with the team.  Investigates solutions and establishes project recovery plans.  

  • Provides ongoing cost and estimate analysis reporting. Manages allocation of costs to financial reporting systems.

  • Uses Johnson Controls standard tracking and reporting tools to effectively communicate project progress and financial status to management.  

  • Proactively investigates opportunities for improvements in the project scope that will result in value added change orders.  Performs associated cost estimates, prepares proposals, and secures customer acceptance.  

  • Responsible for asset management including collections, cost control, progress billings and payables. 

  • Oversees assigned projects for compliance with specifications, local codes, and installation techniques. 

  • Uses negotiation skills to consistently resolve disputes.

  • Manages material procurement, warehousing, and planning processes.  

  • Provides high quality written communications. Ensures project document controls comply with contract requirements and Johnson Controls standards.  

  • Develops and maintains viable long-term relationships with customers and subcontractors.  Attends job progress meetings as required.  Ensures subcontractors understand expectations of the project.  

  • Ensures transition to appropriate Johnson Controls Truck-based team is achieved.  

  • Coordinates performance of owner training requirements.  

  • Adheres to safety standards.  Ensures that Johnson Controls team members, and subcontractors adhere to safety standards.  

What we look for

Required

  • Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.  

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

  • Proficient in Project Management software and financial accounting systems.   

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

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

Preferred:  

  • Eight or more years of comprehensive, technical, and operational knowledge of the service business, particularly related to smaller fast track retrofit, remodel and tenant improvement types of projects.  

  • Leads assigned Mechanics on a portfolio of projects typically $3-4M in revenue.  

  • Two to four years of engineering or trade school training such as an engineering degree or equivalent is preferred.  

  • Installation and Service experience related to complex HVAC Mechanical systems and equipment is desired.  
     

Salary Range: HIRING SALARY RANGE: $112,100 – $168,350 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role also offers a competitive Sales Incentive Plan that will take into account volume and margin on a project, quarterly, and annual basis. 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

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Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.

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