Johnson Controls

Mechanical Projects Team Lead

Johnson Controls$97K — $146K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of technical and operational experience in service, especially in fast-track retrofit projects, or 8+ years for higher-level roles.
  • Experience leading Mechanics on projects generating up to $2M-$4M in revenue based on assignment level.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to convey technical details to a non-technical audience effectively.
  • Proficient in project management software and financial accounting systems.
  • Strong skills in MS Office Suite and basic Windows applications.
  • Capability to analyze financial reports and project schedules for risk management.],
  • responsibilities
  • benefits
  • 1. Plan and oversee mechanical retrofit projects from initiation to completion.
  • 2. Coordinate daily activities of Mechanics and subcontractors for efficient execution.
  • 3. Secure new work and change orders while identifying value-added opportunities.
  • 4. Prepare and present mechanical estimates and project proposals to clients.
  • 5. Serve as a technical resource during sales and project development phases.
  • 6. Manage recruitment and supervision of project team staff.
  • 7. Maintain strong relationships with clients and subcontractors, ensuring clear communication about project expectations.
Full Job Description
Johnson Controls is seeking a Mechanical Project Team Leader to drive the execution and performance of retrofit projects while supporting customers, project teams, and sales efforts. In this role, you will help deliver mechanical work with a strong focus on safety, financial performance, quality, and customer satisfaction.

What you will do

You will oversee the day-to-day coordination and overall control of mechanical retrofit projects, working under general supervision and following Johnson Controls standard practices. This role blends project management, estimating, customer communication, technical support, and field coordination to help ensure assigned projects are completed safely, on schedule, and in line with contract requirements.

How you will do it
  • Plan, execute, and control assigned mechanical retrofit projects from start to finish.
  • Coordinate the daily activities of Mechanics and subcontractors to support productive field execution.
  • Secure new work and change orders from the existing customer base and support value-added scope opportunities.
  • Prepare mechanical estimates, review estimates, and present proposals to customers.
  • Serve as a technical resource for Sales and support project development and pre-bid reviews.
  • Recruit, hire, and supervise resources needed to staff the project team.
  • Interface with Truck Based teams to help control manpower and maintain appropriate staffing levels.
  • Review contract terms and conditions and support project execution in line with contract requirements.
  • Coordinate drawing layouts and detailing to support proper installation.
  • Monitor financial reporting, project schedules, costs, billings, payables, and collections to identify risk early and support recovery actions when needed.
  • Use Johnson Controls tracking and reporting tools to communicate project progress and financial status to management.
  • Oversee compliance with specifications, local codes, installation techniques, and safety standards.
  • Manage material procurement, warehousing, and logistics activities to support project delivery.
  • Maintain strong customer and subcontractor relationships, attend job progress meetings, and ensure expectations are clearly understood.
  • Coordinate owner training requirements and support transition to the appropriate Johnson Controls Truck-based team.

How You Will Do It
  • Own the outcome by taking accountability for safety, scope, quality, schedule, and financial results on every assigned project.
  • Stay close to the work by working directly with Mechanics, subcontractors, customers, and Sales to remove obstacles quickly and keep projects moving.
  • Improve every day by using clear reporting, candid issue escalation, and practical recovery plans to address risk before it impacts delivery.
  • Win as one team by building trust across project, field, logistics, and sales partners and by valuing different perspectives in problem-solving.
  • Use standardized processes to ensure consistent project execution, accurate documentation, and reliable communication with management and customers.
  • Lead with safety and integrity by reinforcing safe work practices and expecting the same standard from Johnson Controls team members and subcontractors.
Qualifications
  • Six or more years of comprehensive technical and operational experience in the service business, particularly with smaller fast-track retrofit, remodel, and tenant improvement projects, or eight or more years for a higher-level assignment.
  • Experience leading Mechanics on a portfolio of projects typically up to $2M in revenue for Level 1 or $3M-$4M in revenue for Level 2.
  • Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to communicate technical information clearly to a non-technical audience.
  • Proficiency with project management software and financial accounting systems.
  • Strong personal computer skills, including MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Adobe Writer, Visio, and the basic Windows environment.
  • Ability to review financial reporting systems and project schedules to manage risk and support project performance.
  • Willingness to travel as required, with travel varying by project assignment and projects potentially outside your assigned geography.
Nice to Have
  • Two to four years of engineering or trade school training, such as an engineering degree or equivalent.
  • Installation and service experience related to HVAC mechanical systems and equipment.


HIRING SALARY RANGE: $97,000-146,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) 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. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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About Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls International plc is a multinational conglomerate headquartered in Cork, Ireland that produces automotive parts such as batteries and electronics and HVAC equipment for buildings. It employs 105,000 people in around 2,000 locations across six continents. As of 2019, it was listed as 389th in the Fortune Global 500; in 2020, it became ineligible for the list. Johnson Controls was founded in 1885 by Warren S. Johnson, a professor at the State Normal School in Whitewater, Wisconsin. Originally called the Johnson Electric Service Company, it focused on automatic temperature regulation. In 1974, the company changed its name to Johnson Controls.
Learn more about Johnson Controls
Size
101,000 employees
Market Cap
$44.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$923 million
Founded
1885
5 Year Trend
+2.1%
Revenue
$22 billion
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