HVAC Retrofit Project Manager

About the role

Johnson Controls is looking for an experienced HVAC Retrofit Project Manager to lead the execution and delivery of HVAC projects. The ideal candidate has strong expertise in chiller installation, testing, commissioning and project execution, and can manage schedules, resources, stakeholders and site teams.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of HVAC projects from initiation to handover.
• Lead installation, testing, commissioning and startup of water-cooled and air-cooled chillers, HVAC systems, cooling towers, pumps and associated equipment.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors and internal teams.
• Develop project plans, schedules, manpower deployment plans and budgets.
• Monitor progress, quality, safety and compliance with contractual requirements.
• Hold site meetings, give status updates to management and customers, and manage project risks.
• Ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials and equipment.
• Support billing, cost control, variation management and collections.
• Ensure EHS and quality compliance throughout the project.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 8-15+ years of experience in HVAC project execution and project management.
• Proven experience managing large commercial, industrial, healthcare, data centre or infrastructure HVAC projects and handling multiple projects at once.
• Project Management certification (PMP/PRINCE2) is an added advantage.

Required skills

• Chiller installation, testing and commissioning
• HVAC systems, pumps and hydronic systems, cooling towers, HVAC controls integration
• Project scheduling, site execution management, vendor and contractor management
• Cost control and budget management