Project Controls Manager Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Indiana
Indiana's project controls manager roles are concentrated in heavy industry, construction, and infrastructure, with major employers like Eli Lilly, Steel Dynamics, and large engineering and construction firms operating across Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and Gary. International candidates with scheduling, cost control, and earned value management expertise will find active sponsorship activity in the state's manufacturing and capital projects sectors.
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Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.
Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!
What we offer
- Competitive base salary and a comprehensive bonus program.
- Three weeks paid vacation in a calendar year/holidays/sick time/three PTO days in a calendar year.
- Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one.
- Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities.
- Encouraging and collaborative team environment.
- Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy.
- Providing Scheduling and management support.
- JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot).
What you will do
As a Controls Project Manager for our HVAC division, you will under general direction, act as the on-site project leader to plan, execute, and complete control systems projects with assigned customers.
Must have: HVAC Controls Knowledge, Customer Communication experience, Organizational skills, proven ability to lead projects.
Performs or delegates tasks as required to execute and fully complete assigned projects including: hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, system and network commissioning and project closeout. Provide work direction to subcontractors, electrical installers, technicians, designers, and administration as necessary. You will be responsible for the overall financial results of assigned projects including: costs, project billings, and collections. Maintaining an effective balance between customer satisfaction and project financial results. Coordinates communication with the customer during all phases of the project, actively pursues selling change orders. Ensure work performed is in compliance with state, local and Federal legal requirements and operates on the job with the highest of ethics.
How you will do it
- Completes typical installation hardware design and software programming using established standards as the need arises. Validates complete system functionality and resolves issues with subcontractors and others to accurate proper operation. Provides accurate project as-built and commissioning documentation.
- Evaluates the contractual scope of work and the impact of client issued bulletins, field directives and/or scheduling changes. Communicates both technical and business related issues with the clients. Actively pursues additional work through change orders.
- Leads and completes the loading, device verification, and commissioning of all system controllers as the need arises.
- Provides jobsite coordination for panel and field device physical locations. Ensuring installation is in accordance with Johnson Controls literature and project requirements.
- Optimally communicates the status of projects to management as the need arises and provides monthly forecasts of revenue, costs, and gross margin.
- Develops project plans and coordinates the required resources to ensure accurate and cost effective installation and completion of assigned projects.
- Performs site-specific training for owner/operator on the total system in full or with assistance. Provides accurate documentation and manuals for system operation.
- Sends warranty letter to customer upon meaningful completion of project and ensures proper execution of warranty.
- Provides detailed information to communicate design and operation to customers, Johnson Controls staff and subcontractors.
- Provides coaching, mentoring and technical assistance to System Technicians, Electrical Installers, System Designers and Subcontractors.
- Ensures that delegated tasks are done accurately, on-time, billed, within budget and within scope of the contract.
- Develops and maintains viable long-term relationships with contractors, clients, consultants and subcontractors.
- Attends job progress meetings as required.
- Adheres and ensures Johnson Controls staff and subcontractors make sure to all safety standards.
- Is responsible for the selection, ordering, budget and delivery schedule of materials to be procured for the projects assigned.
- Secures pricing and availability from outside vendors and suppliers, mechanical and electrical subcontractors including scope, terms and conditions. May request several bids in pricing process.
- Handles costs, billings and collections. Completes project billings in a timely and accurate format to the client. Maintains profitability goals and positive cash flow.
- Is responsible for subcontractor payment and billing processes.
What we look for
Required
- Minimum of a technical Associates Degree with four years of field experience or six years of equivalent related field experience in the HVAC/Building Automation industry.
- Must have relevant technical hands on experience in systems design and commissioning of digital HVAC/ Building Automation controls systems.
- Along with HVAC Controls Knowledge, this role requires Customer Communication, Organization, Ability to lead projects.
- Proven verbal and written communication skills; must be able to communicate technical material to a non-technical audience.
- Must demonstrate the ability to perform work independently.
- Computer proficiency in Windows, Excel, and other.
- Must have knowledge of control theory and HVAC/ Building Automation systems.
- Knowledge of project accounting, costing principals and contracting preferred.
Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, or equivalent and six years field experience in the HVAC industry.
- Experience in preparing reports for upper management regarding status of project.
- High degree of regard to employee and subcontractor safety.
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $90,500-135,000 (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.
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Which companies sponsor visas for project controls managers in Indiana?
Engineering and construction firms, manufacturers, and energy companies are the most active sponsors for project controls managers in Indiana. Companies like Eli Lilly, Steel Dynamics, and large EPC contractors operating across the state have filed H-1B visa Labor Condition Applications for project controls and scheduling roles. Firms supporting major capital projects in petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and infrastructure sectors tend to have established sponsorship processes for specialized project controls talent.
Which visa types are most common for project controls manager roles in Indiana?
The H-1B is the most common visa for project controls managers in Indiana. The role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation because it requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field. Candidates from Canada and Mexico may also pursue TN visa status under the NAFTA-successor USMCA, as engineers and management consultants are listed TN categories. Australian nationals should evaluate the E-3 visa as an alternative to the H-1B lottery.
Which cities in Indiana have the most project controls manager sponsorship jobs?
Indianapolis is the primary market, anchored by corporate headquarters, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and large infrastructure projects. Fort Wayne and Gary see demand tied to steel production and heavy manufacturing, where project controls expertise is needed for capital expansions. The Columbus area, home to Cummins Engine operations, also generates project controls hiring. Northwest Indiana near Chicago draws additional activity from industrial and energy sector employers with cross-state project portfolios.
How to find project controls manager visa sponsorship jobs in Indiana?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by role and visa sponsorship availability, making it straightforward to browse project controls manager openings in Indiana without sorting through positions that don't offer sponsorship. Because sponsorship willingness isn't always stated in job postings, Migrate Mate's focus on confirmed sponsorship employers saves significant time. Filtering by Indiana gives you a targeted view of active openings in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and other industrial centers across the state.
Are there any Indiana-specific factors that affect project controls manager visa sponsorship?
Indiana's heavy concentration in manufacturing, steel, and pharmaceutical capital projects means project controls managers with relevant industry experience, particularly in construction, EPC, or plant expansion contexts, are more competitive for sponsored roles here than generalist candidates. Purdue University and Indiana University supply engineering graduates who sometimes transition into project controls, but experienced international professionals with earned value management or Primavera P6 expertise fill senior roles that domestic pipelines don't always reach.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored project controls manager jobs in Indiana?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.