Project Manager – Smart Construction & Digital Building Systems
Job Summary
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What you will do:
The Project Manager is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of construction projects involving smart building backbone infrastructure IoT-based subsystems Building Management Systems (BMS) and digital solution platforms. This role leads the planning coordination installation integration testing commissioning and handover of multiple technology systems within live construction environments.
The position requires strong experience working with main contractors consultants specialist trade partners and technology vendors ensuring seamless integration between IT/OT systems while meeting construction safety quality and regulatory requirements.
What you will do:
Project Delivery & Construction Coordination
- Manage full project lifecycle from design coordination through construction system installation integration testing commissioning and final handover
- Coordinate closely with main contractors architects MEP consultants civil teams and trade contractors to ensure alignment of technology scope with construction schedules
- Lead delivery of ELV ICT and smart building systems within complex construction programs
- Ensure technology works are fully integrated with architectural structural and MEP provisions (containment power space access and safety)
Smart Building & Technology Systems Scope
Responsible for projects involving (but not limited to):
- Building Backbone Networking
- Structured cabling (copper & fiber)
- Data centre rooms network rooms risers and zoning
- Network redundancy segregation and cybersecurity considerations
- IoT & Smart Subsystems
- Smart toilets and washroom monitoring systems
- Smart lockers and access controlenabled assets
- IoT sensors (occupancy environmental energy water asset tracking)
- Edge devices gateways and cloud connectivity
- Building Management & Control Systems
- BMS / IBMS integration (HVAC lighting power metering alarms)
- Integration with ELV systems (CCTV access control PA intercom)
- Vendor coordination for proprietary and open-protocol systems (BACnet Modbus MQTT etc.)
- Digital & Enterprise Solutions
- Digital twin platforms
- FM/CAFM/CMMS system integrations
- Analytics dashboards KPI reporting and command centers
- Handover to FM operators and asset owners for operational readiness
Stakeholder Consultant & Vendor Management
- Act as the single point of accountability between client consultants contractors and system vendors
- Manage specialist technology contractors and system integrators
- Lead coordination workshops technical reviews and site meetings
- Manage RFIs design clarifications shop drawings and method statements related to smart systems
Commercial Contract & Procurement Management
- Manage project budgets cost tracking change orders and variations related to technology scope
- Oversee procurement of equipment software licenses and specialist subcontractors
- Evaluate vendor proposals and manage commercial negotiations
- Ensure contractual compliance with construction contracts subcontracts and service agreements
Testing Commissioning & Handover
- Plan and manage system integration testing (SIT) user acceptance testing (UAT) and commissioning activities
- Ensure all systems operate as an integrated ecosystem rather than stand-alone solutions
- Lead documentation delivery: as-builts test results O&M manuals cybersecurity requirements
- Oversee training for client FM teams and operators
- Support smooth transition from construction project to operational / managed services phase
Risk Safety & Compliance
- Identify construction and technology-related risks early and implement mitigation plans
- Ensure compliance with WSH / construction safety regulatory cybersecurity and data protection requirements
- Manage interface risks between construction progress and technology installation
- Maintain strong quality control across installation and system performance
Team Leadership & Governance
- Lead multidisciplinary project teams including project engineers system specialists and site coordinators
- Establish clear governance reporting cadence KPIs and escalation paths
- Drive accountability collaboration and continuous improvement across teams
What we look for:
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Information Technology Building Services or a related discipline
- Strong technical foundation in ELV ICT or building systems
- PMP or equivalent project management certification
- BCA Construction Safety Course for Project Managers
- Green Mark Manager WiredScore SmartScore or similar smart building credentials
- 10 years of experience managing construction-related technology or system integration projects
- Strong background in smart buildings ELV BMS IoT ICT infrastructure or digital construction solutions
- Proven experience working within live construction environments alongside main contractors
- Experience delivering projects from design coordination through commissioning and handover
Key Skills & Competencies
- Construction project management and site coordination
- Smart building systems integration (IT/OT convergence)
- Strong stakeholder and contractor management
- Commercial and contractual acumen
- Risk change and interface management
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
What we offer:
- Competitive salary
- Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
- Comprehensive benefits package
- On the job/cross training opportunities
- Encouraging and collaborative team environment
- Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
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Required Experience:
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About Company
Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and multi industrial leader serving a wide range of customers in more than 150 countries. Our 120,000 employees create intelligent buildings, efficient energy solutions, integrated infrastructure and next generation transportation sy ... View more