Project Manager (18-24 Month Project)

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team 

As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet.  Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! 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 salary and bonus plan

• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time 

• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care 

• On the job/cross training opportunities 

• Encouraging and collaborative team environment 

• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy 

We are actively seeking to fill the position of Project Manager, based in one of our advanced R&D facilities located in Westford, MA. This role offers a hybrid work environment, requiring three days of in-office presence and allowing two days of remote work each week. 

What You Will Do: The Project Manager will be accountable for coordinating and supporting the successful consolidation and move of a manufacturing facility. This role entails working closely with the overall move Program Manager, design engineering, and the Manufacturing move team to ensure seamless execution of the project.

How You Will Do It:

• Leverage your extensive experience and sound judgment to strategically plan and accomplish objectives, engaging in a diverse range of tasks.

• Prepare comprehensive reports for upper management regarding project statuses. Maintain familiarity with various engineering, project management, and manufacturing concepts, practices, and procedures.

• Execute tasks with quality and timeliness, whether under direct supervision or independently.

• Establish and sustain effective working relationships across teams.

• Utilize strong organizational navigation skills to facilitate progress and drive results.

• Uphold the organization’s values by promptly escalating issues to the appropriate managers for resolution, sharing best practices across teams, serving as a brand advocate, and mentoring others to foster a supportive work environment.

• Build and maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders, helping with issues or concerns to ensure satisfactory resolution.

What We Look For:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Engineering (Electro-Mechanical).

• 10+ years of professional experience in electronic product design and manufacturing within a manufacturing context (e.g., collaboration with design engineers, manufacturing, sourcing, product management, marketing, etc.).

• 8+ years of experience in project management.

• Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects to completion.

• Capacity to navigate ambiguity, manage change effectively, transition priorities, and make sound decisions.

• Proficient in Microsoft Project, PowerPoint and Excel.

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, along with strong analytical, writing, and presentation abilities.

• Strong conflict management and critical thinking skills.

• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Familiarity with PMI's Project Management Book of Knowledge (PMBOK®).

• Meticulous attention to detail and technical accuracy.

• Outstanding organizational and technical competencies.

• Effective interpersonal and multitasking skills.

• Travel: 15-20%

Preferred:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.

About the Manager:

Has been working in the Fire Suppression & Detection industry for 9+ years and 35+ years in the consumer products industry.  My experience includes research, product design and development, manufacturing implementation, program management and project life cycle process development.  If you consider this role, we will work together in a collaborative team environment where each program manager is responsible for the coordination and completion of projects and oversee all aspects of NPI projects.  You will lead cross-functional project teams that span across multiple Johnson Controls development and manufacturing sites.  Expect to be challenged in this role to learn new tools and systems, tackle complicated and challenging projects, and make judgements in the face of uncertainty.  As a leader, I’m focused on continuous learning and development – both building our own product development skillsets and improving our processes and products.

I value candidates with strong work ethics and a growth mindset who will be creative, proactive, and detail-oriented in their work. I hope you’re excited to take on this challenge and help Johnson Controls grow its Fire Suppression and Detection business! 

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.