Project Manager - Building Management Systems

Build the Future of Smart, Sustainable Buildings with Johnson Controls

At Johnson Controls, we're transforming the built environment through intelligent, healthy, and sustainable building solutions. As a global leader in smart building technologies, building automation, HVAC systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonisation, we partner with some of the world's most critical industries including data centres, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, we've been at the forefront of innovation, helping customers optimise performance, improve occupant experiences, reduce energy consumption, and accelerate their sustainability goals. Backed by industry-leading technology, digital solutions, and one of the largest service and project delivery networks in the world, we're shaping the future of buildings.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager - Building Automation Systems (BMS) to join our Sydney Projects team.

This role offers the opportunity to lead complex and technically challenging projects, working alongside highly skilled engineers, technicians, and industry specialists. You'll take ownership of project delivery from initiation through to commissioning, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

If you're passionate about smart buildings, automation technology, and delivering exceptional customer outcomes, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact while advancing your career with a global industry leader.

What's on Offer

• Permanent full-time position

• Competitive salary package + superannuation + car allowance

• Career development and structured training pathways

• Exposure to large-scale, technically advanced projects

• Opportunity to work with leading-edge building automation technologies

• Supportive team environment with strong leadership and industry expertise

Key Responsibilities

As Project Manager, you will:

• Lead the planning, coordination, execution, and successful delivery of Building Automation and Controls projects.

• Manage project scope, schedule, resources, risks, and budgets to achieve project objectives.

• Provide leadership and direction to internal teams, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.

• Monitor and report on project financial performance, forecasting, and profitability.

• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards across all project activities.

• Build strong customer relationships and act as a trusted advisor throughout project delivery.

• Coordinate Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), commissioning, and handover activities.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance project delivery, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

• Maintain high levels of professionalism, accountability, and accuracy while managing multiple project priorities.

What You'll Bring

We're looking for a highly motivated project professional with strong technical and commercial capability within the building automation or HVAC industry.

Essential

• Trade qualification in Electrical or HVAC, or an Engineering degree.

• Proven experience delivering Building Management Systems (BMS), Building Automation Systems (BAS), HVAC controls, or related infrastructure projects.

• Strong understanding of BMS architecture, control systems, and overall system design principles.

• Experience managing projects through design, implementation, testing, commissioning, and client handover.

• Demonstrated ability to manage project financials, programming, and stakeholder engagement.

• Strong communication, leadership, and customer relationship management skills.

• Ability to adapt and thrive in an evolving, digitally enabled environment.

Desirable

• Experience coordinating FAT and SAT activities.

• Knowledge of BIM and AutoCAD.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, and Visio.

• Experience standardising software deliverables, points lists, project documentation, and commissioning processes.

Why Johnson Controls?

At Johnson Controls, you'll work on projects that matter, supporting some of Australia's most critical facilities and infrastructure. You'll be part of a global organisation that invests heavily in innovation, sustainability, digital transformation, and the development of its people.

Whether you're looking to expand your leadership capability, work on larger and more complex projects, or further specialise in smart building technologies, Johnson Controls provides the platform to help you achieve your career goals.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Johnson Controls, diversity and inclusion are fundamental to who we are. We foster a culture where every employee feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute. By embracing diverse perspectives and experiences, we create better outcomes for our people, our customers, and our communities.

Apply Now

If you're ready to take the next step in your project management career and help shape the future of smart buildings, we'd love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion before applying, please contact Janis at janis.sotelo@jci.com