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INTRODUCTION
We are seeking a Project Manager for our federal team based at Fort Stewart and the Hunter Army Airfield location near Savannah, GA (military experience encouraged, but not required). Our team here is responsible for long-term energy efficiency and sustainability projects, primarily related to HVAC, HVAC controls, BAS, metering, MEP, electrical and utilities systems.
As part of a Fortune 500 company, Johnson Controls Federal Systems (JCFS) is a specialized team serving as a trusted partner to the federal government. We help modernize U.S. military installations, Department of Defense and other federal agency facilities to be smarter, more resilient, energy efficient, sustainable, and secure.
LOCATION
Location: Fort Stewart and the Hunter Army Airfield.
COMPENSATION
- Pay Range: $100,000 - $140,000 base salary plus bonus. Negotiable based on experience.
BENEFITS
- Eligible for benefits on first day of employment
- Vacation: 3 weeks of paid vacation, 5 sick days, 3 floating holidays and 10 standard holidays per calendar year (6.5 weeks of paid time off in total)
- Travel Required: None, all work is based at this location
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Project Manager, you will:
- Serve as one of the primary on-site leaders for execution on assigned projects, including installation, service, and maintenance of building equipment, systems, and technologies, primarily working with electrical, building automation (BAS), and HVAC mechanical equipment.
- Manages the selection, scope of work, procurement, quality and payment of project materials, vendors and subcontractors.
- Negotiates, prepares and issues subcontracts.
- Develops project schedules and execute according to plan.
- Ensures that assigned projects are done accurately, on-time, billed within budget and within scope of the contract.
- Ensures work performed is in compliance with contracts and legal requirements and operates on the job with the highest of ethics.
- Adheres to and ensures project personnel and subcontractors adhere to all safety standards, internal policies, and US Army Corps of Engineers requirements regarding health and safety.
- Understand project and contract scopes; actively pursue growth opportunities that will help the customer achieve desired outcomes.
- Help prepare and approve cost estimates, contract terms & conditions, and technical responses to client requests for information, bids, and proposals.
- Ensure electricians, mechanics, technicians and subcontractors complete assigned work per established standards, and thoroughly communicate the services performed and completion criteria to customers.
- Along with the Senior Project Manager, analyzes financial reporting and project schedules to proactively address potential problems. Effectively communicates project progress, issues and financial status to leadership as required.
- Provide periodic project status updates, and monthly revenue, cost, and gross margin forecasts.
- Manage risk, establish project recovery plans, and resolve disputes to minimize escalation.
- Ensure project document controls and deliverables comply with contract requirements and Johnson Controls standards.
- Manages the selection, ordering, and delivery schedule of materials to be procured for the projects assigned.
- Coordinates customer-training requirements.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience managing technical teams supporting mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC or other technical building trades.
- Experience managing multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously.
- Strong experience with project scheduling and coordination for labor and materials.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills. Must have the ability to communicate technical material to a non-technical audience.
- Strong personal computer working capabilities in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and basic Windows environment.
- Ability to obtain and maintain required government security clearances as needed. (This involves a background/character, criminal history, employment, and credit check.)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Management experience with projects related to commercial or industrial size HVAC mechanical equipment (chillers, boilers, Air Handlers, VAV’s, etc.) and related controls, BAS management, and/or Utility Metering Systems.
- Experience working with projects including large HVAC mechanical equipment (chillers, boilers, etc.).
- Estimating experience with MEP related projects.
- Experience working with quality control / quality assurance documentation.
- Experience reading and interpreting government contracts and government procurement standards.
- Experience managing multiple trades and subcontractors.
- Proficient in Project Management software and financial accounting systems. Proficiency with Microsoft Project preferred.
PREFERRED EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent work-related experience.
WHO WE ARE
At Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI), we are One Team working collaboratively to create purposeful solutions that make a difference in the world. We are a Fortune 500 company with more than 100,000 employees worldwide offering the world’s largest portfolio of building technology products, solutions and services. As a member of our Federal Systems team, your work matters. We value and recognize your contributions and want to help you succeed. We invest in our employees, provide opportunities for growth and advancement, and foster a culture of inclusion and respect.
Recently, Johnson Controls has been recognized by several organizations for leadership in Environment, Sustainability and Governance, as well as innovations in smart building platforms:
- Named to FORTUNE’s “Most Admired Companies” List
- Corporate Knights Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World
- Named to Forbes Net Zero Leaders list
- CDP 2023 Climate Change 'A List'
- Ranked 67 on the Drucker Institute’s list of best-managed companies in America
- Forbes Best Employers for Diversity list.
- Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity
- Ethisphere 2024 World's Most Ethical Companies list for the 17th time
- Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women in 2024
- Named to Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces for Veterans 2024 / 2025 listing
- Named to Forbes America’s Best Employers for Veterans 2024
- Named one of the top military friendly employers by military.com.
Johnson Controls is an equal employment opportunity 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. For more information, please view EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit www.johnsoncontrols.com/careers.
Division: JCFS (Johnson Controls Federal Systems)
INTRODUCTION
We are seeking a Project Manager for our federal team based at Fort Stewart and the Hunter Army Airfield location near Savannah, GA (military experience encouraged, but not required). Our team here is responsible for long-term energy efficiency and sustainability projects, primarily related to HVAC, HVAC controls, BAS, metering, MEP, electrical and utilities systems.
As part of a Fortune 500 company, Johnson Controls Federal Systems (JCFS) is a specialized team serving as a trusted partner to the federal government. We help modernize U.S. military installations, Department of Defense and other federal agency facilities to be smarter, more resilient, energy efficient, sustainable, and secure.
LOCATION
Location: Fort Stewart and the Hunter Army Airfield.
COMPENSATION
- Pay Range: $100,000 - $140,000 base salary plus bonus. Negotiable based on experience.
BENEFITS
- Eligible for benefits on first day of employment
- Vacation: 3 weeks of paid vacation, 5 sick days, 3 floating holidays and 10 standard holidays per calendar year (6.5 weeks of paid time off in total)
- Travel Required: None, all work is based at this location
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Project Manager, you will:
- Serve as one of the primary on-site leaders for execution on assigned projects, including installation, service, and maintenance of building equipment, systems, and technologies, primarily working with electrical, building automation (BAS), and HVAC mechanical equipment.
- Manages the selection, scope of work, procurement, quality and payment of project materials, vendors and subcontractors.
- Negotiates, prepares and issues subcontracts.
- Develops project schedules and execute according to plan.
- Ensures that assigned projects are done accurately, on-time, billed within budget and within scope of the contract.
- Ensures work performed is in compliance with contracts and legal requirements and operates on the job with the highest of ethics.
- Adheres to and ensures project personnel and subcontractors adhere to all safety standards, internal policies, and US Army Corps of Engineers requirements regarding health and safety.
- Understand project and contract scopes; actively pursue growth opportunities that will help the customer achieve desired outcomes.
- Help prepare and approve cost estimates, contract terms & conditions, and technical responses to client requests for information, bids, and proposals.
- Ensure electricians, mechanics, technicians and subcontractors complete assigned work per established standards, and thoroughly communicate the services performed and completion criteria to customers.
- Along with the Senior Project Manager, analyzes financial reporting and project schedules to proactively address potential problems. Effectively communicates project progress, issues and financial status to leadership as required.
- Provide periodic project status updates, and monthly revenue, cost, and gross margin forecasts.
- Manage risk, establish project recovery plans, and resolve disputes to minimize escalation.
- Ensure project document controls and deliverables comply with contract requirements and Johnson Controls standards.
- Manages the selection, ordering, and delivery schedule of materials to be procured for the projects assigned.
- Coordinates customer-training requirements.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience managing technical teams supporting mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC or other technical building trades.
- Experience managing multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously.
- Strong experience with project scheduling and coordination for labor and materials.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills. Must have the ability to communicate technical material to a non-technical audience.
- Strong personal computer working capabilities in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and basic Windows environment.
- Ability to obtain and maintain required government security clearances as needed. (This involves a background/character, criminal history, employment, and credit check.)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Management experience with projects related to commercial or industrial size HVAC mechanical equipment (chillers, boilers, Air Handlers, VAV’s, etc.) and related controls, BAS management, and/or Utility Metering Systems.
- Experience working with projects including large HVAC mechanical equipment (chillers, boilers, etc.).
- Estimating experience with MEP related projects.
- Experience working with quality control / quality assurance documentation.
- Experience reading and interpreting government contracts and government procurement standards.
- Experience managing multiple trades and subcontractors.
- Proficient in Project Management software and financial accounting systems. Proficiency with Microsoft Project preferred.
PREFERRED EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent work-related experience.
WHO WE ARE
At Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI), we are One Team working collaboratively to create purposeful solutions that make a difference in the world. We are a Fortune 500 company with more than 100,000 employees worldwide offering the world’s largest portfolio of building technology products, solutions and services. As a member of our Federal Systems team, your work matters. We value and recognize your contributions and want to help you succeed. We invest in our employees, provide opportunities for growth and advancement, and foster a culture of inclusion and respect.
Recently, Johnson Controls has been recognized by several organizations for leadership in Environment, Sustainability and Governance, as well as innovations in smart building platforms:
- Named to FORTUNE’s “Most Admired Companies” List
- Corporate Knights Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World
- Named to Forbes Net Zero Leaders list
- CDP 2023 Climate Change 'A List'
- Ranked 67 on the Drucker Institute’s list of best-managed companies in America
- Forbes Best Employers for Diversity list.
- Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity
- Ethisphere 2024 World's Most Ethical Companies list for the 17th time
- Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women in 2024
- Named to Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces for Veterans 2024 / 2025 listing
- Named to Forbes America’s Best Employers for Veterans 2024
- Named one of the top military friendly employers by military.com.
Johnson Controls is an equal employment opportunity 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. For more information, please view EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit www.johnsoncontrols.com/careers.
Division: JCFS (Johnson Controls Federal Systems)
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Who's Hiring
- Johnson Controls25
- Jc Residential And Light Commercial9
- ENFRA8
- Advanced Roofing4
- Carrier HVAC4
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing23
- Consulting & Professional Services14
- Construction & Real Estate10
- Government & Public Sector2
- Staffing & Recruiting2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in hvac project manager jobs.
- Five or more years of experience managing commercial HVAC projects from preconstruction through closeout
- Proficiency in project management software such as Procore, Viewpoint, or MS Project
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications
- Experience managing subcontractors, budgets, and project schedules simultaneously
- EPA Section 608 certification or familiarity with refrigerant handling regulations
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, construction management, or a related field
Tips for Your Hvac Project Manager Job Search
Quantify project scope on your resume
List the dollar value and square footage of projects you've managed, not just job duties. Hiring managers for hvac project manager roles scan for evidence of scale, so replacing vague descriptions with concrete project figures makes your experience immediately comparable.
Highlight your software proficiency clearly
Call out specific tools you use, such as Bluebeam, Procore, or AutoCAD, in a dedicated skills section. Many hvac project manager postings filter candidates on these tools before a recruiter reads a single line of your work history.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists hvac project manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by delivery method
Filter your search by contract type, such as design-build, construction management, or lump-sum, because the day-to-day responsibilities differ enough that your resume should reflect the method the employer uses before you apply.
Prepare a project portfolio before interviews
Bring a one-page summary of two or three completed projects that shows budget, timeline, subcontractors managed, and final outcome. Interviewers for hvac project manager positions routinely ask you to walk through a past project in detail.
Negotiate using project complexity as leverage
When discussing an offer, reference the complexity of systems you've overseen, such as chiller plants or building automation integration, rather than years of experience alone. Complexity-based framing gives you a concrete argument that generic tenure comparisons don't.
Hvac Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most hvac project managers?
The companies hiring the most hvac project managers right now include Johnson Controls, Jc Residential And Light Commercial, and ENFRA, with the largest share of openings in Florida, Georgia, and Indiana, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand tends to be strongest among regional mechanical contractors and national facility services firms.
How many hvac project manager jobs are remote?
About 1% of hvac project manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which is lower than many office-based roles because site visits and subcontractor coordination require a physical presence. The sub-areas most likely to support remote or hybrid schedules are preconstruction estimating and design coordination work.
How do you become a hvac project manager?
Most hvac project managers start as field technicians, estimators, or project engineers before moving into a management role. Building hands-on systems knowledge first is essential, then pursuing certifications such as EPA Section 608 and a PMP strengthens your candidacy. Taking on coordination responsibilities within your current role, even informally, is the fastest way to demonstrate readiness for a project manager title.
Can you get hired as an hvac project manager with little experience?
Some employers hire candidates into junior or assistant project manager roles if they have field technician or estimating experience, even without direct project management titles on their resume. Demonstrating that you've coordinated any aspect of a project, such as scheduling subcontractors or tracking submittals, matters more than job title history. Targeting smaller mechanical contractors is often the most practical entry point.
What does the hvac project manager interview process look like?
Most hvac project manager interviews include an initial phone screen with HR or a recruiter, followed by a technical interview with a senior project manager or operations director. You'll typically be asked to walk through a completed project, explain how you handled a budget overrun or schedule delay, and demonstrate familiarity with the company's delivery methods. A final round with a division manager or VP is common before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to hvac project manager jobs?
You can find and apply to hvac project manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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