Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager – BMS to join our Melbourne (Scoresby) team. You will lead the delivery of complex Building Management System and Integrated Building Systems projects across commercial and mission‑critical environments.
This is a hands‑on senior role where you will take full ownership of project delivery—from design and engineering through to commissioning and close‑out—while acting as the primary interface with customers, consultants, and contractors.
You’ll apply your technical expertise, commercial acumen, and leadership capability to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
Lead end‑to‑end delivery of BMS / IBMS projects, including design, procurement, installation, testing, commissioning, and documentation
Ensure compliance with customer specifications, QA standards, and regulatory requirements
Manage project scope, schedules, resources, and budgets to achieve contractual and financial outcomes
Provide strong leadership to project teams to drive performance and accountability
Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders
Conduct and manage FATs, SATs, system commissioning, and building tuning
Maintain accurate financial forecasting, cost control, and reporting
Prepare and manage project QA documentation and standardised deliverables
Provide regular project updates and reporting to senior management
Ensure all works comply with OHS&E and safety‑first principles
Identify opportunities for process improvement, standardisation, and continuous improvement initiatives
Uphold Johnson Controls’ KPIs, ethical standards, and professional conduct at all times
What You Bring
Trade qualification in Electrical or HVAC, or an Engineering qualification with HVAC experience
Strong background in Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS) design, architecture, and delivery
Proven experience managing BMS / IBMS projects, including third‑party protocol integrations
Solid understanding of controller design, alternative control strategies, and system optimisation
Strong experience with commercial HVAC systems (chillers, boilers, airside plant)
Knowledge of energy efficiency and building performance solutions
Sound understanding of IT, networking, and industrial communication protocols
Experience conducting FAT, SAT, commissioning, and technical handover
Competency in MS Word, Excel, Project, and Visio
(BIM, AutoCAD, and system documentation tools advantageous)
Ability to standardise software, points lists, documentation, and support libraries
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and report‑writing skills
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
Passion for safety, quality, and customer success
Experience:
Why Join Johnson Controls?
Global organisation with long‑term project pipeline and stability
Work on large‑scale, technically complex building projects
Clear career pathways into senior leadership or advanced technical roles
Strong investment in training, certification, and professional development
Supportive, collaborative culture with access to market‑leading technology
Genuine commitment to safety, wellbeing, and sustainability
Additional Information
Applicants must have current Australian work rights
Pre‑employment checks include reference checks, medical assessment, criminal history check, and drug & alcohol testing
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