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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.
HVAC/Controls Systems Area Leader Upper Midwest
(Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota)
Johnson Controls delivers intelligent HVAC and Building Automation solutions that help create smarter, more efficient, and more sustainable buildings. In this role, you will help turn that promise into consistent execution across your Area.
Johnson Controls is seeking an experienced Area Manager, HVAC Controls Systems Installation to lead project execution across a designated geographic area, strengthen local capability, and support the deployment of Metasys®, OpenBlue®, and integrated building automation solutions.
Role Overview
This is a field leadership role that serves as the Area subject matter expert for Building Automation Systems (BAS), HVAC Controls, and smart building installations. You will partner closely with Market General Managers, Installation Managers, Project Managers, Operations Leaders, and field teams to help projects deliver safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead HVAC Controls installation execution across the Area, including backlog delivery, project health, on-time completion, and financial performance.
- Provide technical leadership on BAS projects, including control systems, graphics, integrations, commissioning activities, and project turnover.
- Partner with local operations teams to identify project risks early and implement mitigation plans that protect customer outcomes and margin.
- Support growth initiatives by strengthening HVAC Controls execution capability in developing and underperforming markets.
- Review project portfolios and forecast delivery performance, resource requirements, and backlog conversion strategies.
- Drive adoption of Johnson Controls Systems Enablement standards, installation best practices, and consistent delivery processes.
- Conduct execution reviews and root cause analysis to identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction.
- Engage directly with customers on large or complex Building Automation and HVAC Controls projects to support requirements, turnover, commissioning, and acceptance.
- Coach Installation Managers, Project Managers, Systems Specialists, and HVAC Controls technicians to build stronger technical and operational capability.
- Maintain strong operating rhythms with local leadership teams and monitor key project and business metrics to drive accountability.
- Partner with Environmental Health & Safety teams to reinforce safe work practices and support a zero harm culture.
- Support workforce planning, talent development, succession planning, and onboarding efforts across the Area.
How You Will Do It
- Own outcomes with accountability, safety, and integrity by tracking execution performance closely, addressing issues early, and keeping commitments visible to local teams and customers.
- Stay close to the work and remove obstacles for customers through regular field visits, project reviews, and direct engagement on complex BAS and HVAC Controls installations.
- Improve every day through continuous improvement, candor, and structured problem-solving by reviewing root causes, standardizing lessons learned, and closing actions that strengthen future execution.
- Win as one team by aligning market leadership, project teams, and field resources around shared priorities, clear handoffs, and practical support.
- Use operating reviews, forecast cadences, and project health checks to keep backlog, resource planning, schedule performance, and margin on track.
- Apply Johnson Controls technical standards and platform knowledge to guide quality execution on Metasys®, OpenBlue®, and integrated building automation work.
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, HVAC, Building Automation, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
- 7+ years of experience in Building Automation Systems (BAS), HVAC Controls, Systems Installation, Construction Operations, or related technical leadership roles.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex controls installation projects and operational performance across multiple locations.
- Strong knowledge of Building Automation Systems (BAS), HVAC Controls, Direct Digital Controls (DDC), mechanical systems integration, commissioning processes, and networked building technologies.
- Experience leading project delivery teams in a matrixed organization.
- Strong financial acumen, forecasting, and backlog management experience.
- Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to travel throughout the assigned Area.
Preferred
- Experience with Johnson Controls Metasys®, OpenBlue®, Facility Explorer®, or similar Building Automation platforms.
- Advanced knowledge of HVAC systems, mechanical equipment, control strategies, and energy optimization.
- Experience managing large-scale healthcare, data center, pharmaceutical, higher education, industrial, or commercial controls projects.
- Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management training.
- NICET, HVAC, Controls, or industry certifications.
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $121-165k (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. 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.
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.
HVAC/Controls Systems Area Leader Upper Midwest
(Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota)
Johnson Controls delivers intelligent HVAC and Building Automation solutions that help create smarter, more efficient, and more sustainable buildings. In this role, you will help turn that promise into consistent execution across your Area.
Johnson Controls is seeking an experienced Area Manager, HVAC Controls Systems Installation to lead project execution across a designated geographic area, strengthen local capability, and support the deployment of Metasys®, OpenBlue®, and integrated building automation solutions.
Role Overview
This is a field leadership role that serves as the Area subject matter expert for Building Automation Systems (BAS), HVAC Controls, and smart building installations. You will partner closely with Market General Managers, Installation Managers, Project Managers, Operations Leaders, and field teams to help projects deliver safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead HVAC Controls installation execution across the Area, including backlog delivery, project health, on-time completion, and financial performance.
- Provide technical leadership on BAS projects, including control systems, graphics, integrations, commissioning activities, and project turnover.
- Partner with local operations teams to identify project risks early and implement mitigation plans that protect customer outcomes and margin.
- Support growth initiatives by strengthening HVAC Controls execution capability in developing and underperforming markets.
- Review project portfolios and forecast delivery performance, resource requirements, and backlog conversion strategies.
- Drive adoption of Johnson Controls Systems Enablement standards, installation best practices, and consistent delivery processes.
- Conduct execution reviews and root cause analysis to identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction.
- Engage directly with customers on large or complex Building Automation and HVAC Controls projects to support requirements, turnover, commissioning, and acceptance.
- Coach Installation Managers, Project Managers, Systems Specialists, and HVAC Controls technicians to build stronger technical and operational capability.
- Maintain strong operating rhythms with local leadership teams and monitor key project and business metrics to drive accountability.
- Partner with Environmental Health & Safety teams to reinforce safe work practices and support a zero harm culture.
- Support workforce planning, talent development, succession planning, and onboarding efforts across the Area.
How You Will Do It
- Own outcomes with accountability, safety, and integrity by tracking execution performance closely, addressing issues early, and keeping commitments visible to local teams and customers.
- Stay close to the work and remove obstacles for customers through regular field visits, project reviews, and direct engagement on complex BAS and HVAC Controls installations.
- Improve every day through continuous improvement, candor, and structured problem-solving by reviewing root causes, standardizing lessons learned, and closing actions that strengthen future execution.
- Win as one team by aligning market leadership, project teams, and field resources around shared priorities, clear handoffs, and practical support.
- Use operating reviews, forecast cadences, and project health checks to keep backlog, resource planning, schedule performance, and margin on track.
- Apply Johnson Controls technical standards and platform knowledge to guide quality execution on Metasys®, OpenBlue®, and integrated building automation work.
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, HVAC, Building Automation, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
- 7+ years of experience in Building Automation Systems (BAS), HVAC Controls, Systems Installation, Construction Operations, or related technical leadership roles.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex controls installation projects and operational performance across multiple locations.
- Strong knowledge of Building Automation Systems (BAS), HVAC Controls, Direct Digital Controls (DDC), mechanical systems integration, commissioning processes, and networked building technologies.
- Experience leading project delivery teams in a matrixed organization.
- Strong financial acumen, forecasting, and backlog management experience.
- Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to travel throughout the assigned Area.
Preferred
- Experience with Johnson Controls Metasys®, OpenBlue®, Facility Explorer®, or similar Building Automation platforms.
- Advanced knowledge of HVAC systems, mechanical equipment, control strategies, and energy optimization.
- Experience managing large-scale healthcare, data center, pharmaceutical, higher education, industrial, or commercial controls projects.
- Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management training.
- NICET, HVAC, Controls, or industry certifications.
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $121-165k (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. 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.
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Align your credentials to DOL specialty occupation standards
Project Controls Engineer roles require a degree in engineering, construction management, or a closely related field. Review DOL's specialty occupation criteria before applying so your resume reflects the direct degree-to-role connection USCIS scrutinizes at petition review.
Target Johnson Controls' capital project divisions specifically
Johnson Controls staffs Project Controls Engineers most heavily in its large facilities, fire, and HVAC system delivery programs. Filtering your search to construction or project delivery business units sharpens your fit and improves your chances of landing a sponsorship-eligible requisition.
Use Migrate Mate to find open roles across Johnson Controls
Johnson Controls posts Project Controls Engineer positions across multiple business units and locations. Use Migrate Mate to browse current openings filtered by visa sponsorship eligibility, so you're only applying to roles where the hiring team is already set up to sponsor.
Clarify OPT or CPT timing before accepting an offer
If you're on F-1 status, confirm whether the role qualifies for STEM OPT extension before signing. Project Controls Engineering typically qualifies, but your DSO needs to verify your degree is on the official STEM Designated Degree Program list.
Ask recruiters about PERM timing during late-stage interviews
Johnson Controls supports employment-based Green Card filings for long-term hires. Asking when PERM recruitment typically begins for this role signals seriousness and gives you realistic data for planning your immigration timeline beyond the initial H-1B period.
Request confirmation of cap-subject H-1B filing timelines
If you need a new H-1B, USCIS registration opens in March for an October 1 start date. Confirm with Johnson Controls' HR team that your offer and onboarding timeline accounts for this window so there's no gap in your work authorization.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Johnson Controls sponsor H-1B visas for Project Controls Engineers?
Yes, Johnson Controls sponsors H-1B visas for Project Controls Engineers. The role qualifies as a specialty occupation under USCIS standards because it requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field. If you need a cap-subject H-1B, your offer timing needs to align with the USCIS registration window that opens each March.
How do I apply for Project Controls Engineer jobs at Johnson Controls?
Applications go through Johnson Controls' careers portal at johnsoncontrols.com. You can also find visa-sponsorship-eligible Project Controls Engineer postings on Migrate Mate, which filters specifically for roles where sponsorship is available. Tailor your resume to reflect project scheduling tools like Primavera P6 or MS Project, cost control experience, and EPC or systems delivery project background, as those align with what Johnson Controls' hiring teams prioritize.
Which visa types does Johnson Controls support for Project Controls Engineers?
Johnson Controls supports several visa categories for this role, including H-1B, TN visa (for Canadian and Mexican nationals in engineering classifications), F-1 OPT and CPT for recent graduates, J-1 visa for training or exchange placements, and employment-based Green Card pathways including EB-2 and EB-3. The right category depends on your nationality, degree, and where you are in your immigration journey.
What qualifications does Johnson Controls expect for Project Controls Engineer roles?
Johnson Controls typically expects a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related technical discipline. Hands-on experience with project scheduling software such as Primavera P6, earned value management, cost forecasting, and progress reporting is standard. Roles supporting larger capital or systems delivery programs may also expect familiarity with EPC contracting structures and cross-functional project team coordination.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take after receiving an offer from Johnson Controls?
Timeline depends on your visa category. H-1B transfers for candidates already in H-1B status can allow you to start within weeks of filing. New cap-subject H-1B cases require USCIS registration in March and a start date no earlier than October 1. PERM-based Green Card filings typically take one to two years from initiation through labor certification, with additional time for the I-140 and adjustment of status stages.