FMS Sr Project Manager

Johnson Controls is a world-class employer where ingenuity and excellence are welcome. As a diversified, industrial growth company, we have achieved increased sales for 61 consecutive years. And we do everything possible to value, challenge and reward our employees. Our people enjoy working for a successful company that offers leadership development from within, a commitment to diversity and inclusion, competitive salaries and benefits – and more. At Johnson Controls, you’ll be challenged to innovate and encouraged to apply your talent and knowledge. And you will be well-rewarded for delivering results.A U.S. Fortune 70 company, Johnson Controls is a global leader in creating smart environments, and bringing ingenuity to the places where people live, work and travel. We design and produce automotive interiors that help make the driving experience more comfortable, safe and enjoyable. Products and services from Johnson Controls also enhance the comfort, safety and energy-efficiency of buildings. We also are the world’s leading supplier of batteries used in automobiles, including conventional cars and trucks, as well as hybrid-electric vehicles. Johnson Controls has been recognized consistently as one of the world’s best-managed companies. Editors at Forbes magazine recently had this to say about our company: “Johnson Controls’ growth and profitability qualify it squarely for our list of the best-managed companies in the United States.”The global Johnson Controls community includes more than 140,000 employees in 75 countries and six continents. Enabling our people to develop, succeed and excel – and ensuring their health, safety and well-being – are critically important to us. We value teamwork, integrity and diversity. And we welcome anyone who shares our commitment to ingenuity and excellence.EOE/AA Employer RESPONSIBILITY LEVEL:Under minimal supervision, acts as client representative for all aspects of the assigned construction project and responsible for delivery of the same to the customer. Must work as a liaison between JCI departments and 3rd party suppliers to ensure the incorporation and communication of all aspects effecting the successful delivery of the project. Projects will vary in size and scope and therefore the Project Manager’s are expected to deliver a variety of projects at any one time. This position represents the client’s best interest at all times, therefore a good understanding of our clients business issues is required. Works with our customers to develop and deliver a project which best suits their needs. Typically manages projects of high complexity, risk and exposure of greater than $10 Million in total cost to the client. PRINCIPLE DUTIES:1. Delivers the construction project successfully to the customer while minimizing all risk to JCI and the customer. This incorporates issues such as safety risk   assessments, ensuring proper authorizations have been received from clients before expending cost, and ensuring proper co-ordination with the client’s internal departments, operations organization and the client’s other third party suppliers has taken place to prevent work conflicts. These are accomplished by   following the JCI project process for the client account.2. Establishes the scope of project, addressing all aspects including but not limited to business requirements, performance specifications, planning, cost,   interdependencies, SHE, procurement strategies and legal approval. Identifies all consultants to be appointed and appoints the same based on clearly   documented scopes of work and fee schedules as well as approval from both the customer and JCI management.3. Develops the scope and initial design up to the procurement stage. Responsible for all design management of suppliers and contractors. Requires the milestones in the schedule to be tracked and met, the design completed to meet performance specifications, budget developed to meet financial requirements,  and clear  approval from the customer, dependant departments and third parties.4. Procures the project in accordance with the strategy outlined in the initiation phase. Undertakes contract negotiations to ensure the best value is being delivered   to the customer and make the formal recommendation to the customer. Awards the contract based on the customer’s approval.5. Ensures the project is implemented in accordance with the design and ensures a timely response to questions related to field conditions. Ensures all work is done in a safe manner and that customer and vendor welfare is addressed at all stages. Monitors progress against the schedule and takes corrective action    where necessary. Works with all parties to ensure prompt and accurate information is provided to all parties6. Works with the customer and vendor to ensure the end product is delivered per the agreed requirements. Ensures all punch list work is completed in a timely manner and that it does not interfere with the clients ability to occupy the space. Reviews and approves payment to contractors after verification that work was completed. Ensures all O&M manuals are received and reviewed and the necessary training is received by staff on equipment. Documents and files all  warranties, and as built drawings and closes out the project in accordance with JC and client requirements.7. Provides focal point for all parties interfacing on the project. Ensures all information/input is received by all parties in a timely manner and facilitates all aspects of  the project.8. Provides project guidance and support to Project Managers or Junior Project Managers assigned to the project in order to deliver the work successfullyDegree in Architecture or Engineering required.  Seven plus years of post graduate experience in the fields of construction, engineering, interiors, or architecture with at least two of these in Project Management.  Strong IT user skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Project.  Demonstrated experience with managing clients, vendors, consultants and other third parties.  Strong communication, organization and persuasion skills.  Demonstrated financial and budgeting acumen.  Experience with Prolog Construction Project Management System preferred