Mid Level Project Leader Jobs
Mid level project leader jobs go to professionals ready to own projects end to end, coordinate cross-functional teams, and drive decisions with limited oversight. 20% of openings are remote or hybrid across Retail, Manufacturing, and Science & Research, with employers like RH, Sanofi, and Corning hiring at this level now.
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Advance your career with the Johnson Controls Team!
Johnson Controls is a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings. In this role, you will lead the day-to-day activities of a field Mechanical Install team, helping deliver safe, profitable, and customer-focused results while supporting a culture that values wellbeing, collaboration, and development.
We recognize that a fulfilling career is supported by your overall wellbeing. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you in multiple aspects of life, including:
- Competitive salary
- Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time - 15 days of vacation in your first year to promote work-life balance
- Comprehensive benefits package, including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care, available from day one
- An encouraging and collaborative team environment that values diverse perspectives and fosters innovation
- On-the-job and cross-training opportunities
- A strong commitment to safety through our Zero Harm policy, ensuring a safe and secure workplace for all employees
- JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)
- Check us Out: A Day in the Life of the Building of the Future
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. Acts as a technical resource for Sales. Responsible for overall project safety program compliance.
How you will do it
Plans, executes and controls assigned projects. Coordinates the mechanical retrofit process to insure that it is performed in accordance with standard practices. Facilitates escalation of product related problems along with the drawing layouts / detailing for accurate job installation.
Estimates mechanical work and presents proposals to the customer.
Assists sales in project development efforts and performs pre-bid reviews.
Interfaces with the Truck Based team(s) to control proper staffing levels.
Reviews and interprets contract Terms and Conditions.
Analyzes financial reporting systems and project schedules to proactively address potential problems and manage risk. Investigates solutions and establishes project recovery plans.
Provides ongoing cost and estimate analysis reporting. Manages allocation of costs
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.
Coordinates assigned projects for compliance with specifications, local codes and installation techniques.
Uses negotiation skills to consistently resolve disputes.
Leads material procurement, warehousing and logistics processes.
Provides high quality written communications. Ensures project document controls are in compliance with contract requirements and Johnson Controls standards.
Develops and maintains viable long-term relationships with customers and subcontractors. Attends job progress meetings as the need arises. 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 and insures that Johnson Controls team members, and subcontractors adhere to safety standards.
What we look for
Required
- Four 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.
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
- Must have the ability 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
- 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.
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $ $89,000 - $134,000 (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.
For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at About us - Johnson Controls Careers
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Advance your career with the Johnson Controls Team!
Johnson Controls is a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings. In this role, you will lead the day-to-day activities of a field Mechanical Install team, helping deliver safe, profitable, and customer-focused results while supporting a culture that values wellbeing, collaboration, and development.
We recognize that a fulfilling career is supported by your overall wellbeing. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you in multiple aspects of life, including:
- Competitive salary
- Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time - 15 days of vacation in your first year to promote work-life balance
- Comprehensive benefits package, including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care, available from day one
- An encouraging and collaborative team environment that values diverse perspectives and fosters innovation
- On-the-job and cross-training opportunities
- A strong commitment to safety through our Zero Harm policy, ensuring a safe and secure workplace for all employees
- JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)
- Check us Out: A Day in the Life of the Building of the Future
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. Acts as a technical resource for Sales. Responsible for overall project safety program compliance.
How you will do it
Plans, executes and controls assigned projects. Coordinates the mechanical retrofit process to insure that it is performed in accordance with standard practices. Facilitates escalation of product related problems along with the drawing layouts / detailing for accurate job installation.
Estimates mechanical work and presents proposals to the customer.
Assists sales in project development efforts and performs pre-bid reviews.
Interfaces with the Truck Based team(s) to control proper staffing levels.
Reviews and interprets contract Terms and Conditions.
Analyzes financial reporting systems and project schedules to proactively address potential problems and manage risk. Investigates solutions and establishes project recovery plans.
Provides ongoing cost and estimate analysis reporting. Manages allocation of costs
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.
Coordinates assigned projects for compliance with specifications, local codes and installation techniques.
Uses negotiation skills to consistently resolve disputes.
Leads material procurement, warehousing and logistics processes.
Provides high quality written communications. Ensures project document controls are in compliance with contract requirements and Johnson Controls standards.
Develops and maintains viable long-term relationships with customers and subcontractors. Attends job progress meetings as the need arises. 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 and insures that Johnson Controls team members, and subcontractors adhere to safety standards.
What we look for
Required
- Four 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.
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
- Must have the ability 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
- 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.
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $ $89,000 - $134,000 (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.
For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at About us - Johnson Controls Careers
#LI-NC1
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Mid Level Project Leader Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level project leader job?
Position yourself around ownership: highlight projects you led from kickoff to delivery, decisions you made independently, and any coordination you did across teams or vendors. Tailor your resume to show measurable outcomes, not just responsibilities. Certifications like PMP or CAPM strengthen your application, but concrete examples of scope management and stakeholder communication are what hiring managers actually look for at this level.
Which companies hire mid level project leaders?
Companies hiring mid level project leaders right now include RH, Sanofi, and Corning, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level covers large enterprises with dedicated project management offices as well as mid-size organizations where project leaders take on broader scope with fewer layers of support.
Are there remote mid level project leader jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid options are widely available at this level. About 20% of mid level project leader openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how many organizations have normalized distributed project delivery. On-site roles tend to cluster in industries like construction, manufacturing, and healthcare where physical presence drives project execution.
How do I move up to a mid level project leader role?
The path from entry level to mid level centers on building a record of increasing ownership: starting as a coordinator or junior PM, then taking on full project responsibility, managing timelines and budgets independently, and demonstrating that stakeholders trust your judgment. Deepening a specialization, whether in a particular industry or methodology like Agile or Waterfall, and showing measurable impact on project outcomes accelerates that progression.
Which industries hire the most mid level project leaders?
Mid Level project leader roles concentrate in Retail, Manufacturing, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely heavily on structured delivery timelines, cross-functional coordination, and ongoing portfolio management, which creates consistent demand for project leaders with demonstrated mid-career depth.