HVAC Installation Manager

*This is an onsite position located in St. Louis MO.

About Us

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.

Johnson Controls is a global organization focused on helping customers deliver safer smarter and more sustainable this role you will help lead branch installation delivery across Controls Equipment and Mechanical teams supporting strong customer outcomes operational excellence and a culture grounded in safety and integrity.

Under general direction the HVAC Branch Installation Manager manages branch delivery teams and supports the successful execution of installation work from planning through completion. This role partners closely with senior leadership to balance performance financial results resource planning and customer satisfaction while ensuring work is completed safely ethically and in compliance with applicable requirements.

• Lead the overall execution and performance of assigned Controls and Mechanical Installation delivery teams.
• Support revenue forecasting billings collections resource planning and cost control for the branch.
• Assign projects and ensure the appropriate engineering commissioning and mechanical resources are deployed.
• Manage branch priorities related to cash flow backlog growth project slippage reduction productivity SG&A and succession planning.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors customers consultants and subcontractors in the community.
• Recruit develop and retain Project Team Leaders System Team Leaders Lead Systems Specialists Project Engineers and Equipment System Application Engineers.
• Support scheduling for installation projects and equipment backlog including want dates and ship dates.
• Coach teams on project risk management conflict resolution and recovery planning.
• Promote the securing of change orders and support customer satisfaction issue resolution.
• Ensure work performed complies with state local and federal requirements as well as branch safety standards and ethical expectations.
• Partner with senior leadership on annual strategic and financial operating plans.
• Review contract terms and conditions with project sales and engineering teams as needed.

• You will own outcomes with accountability safety and integrity by setting clear expectations following through on commitments and ensuring work is delivered to the right standard.
• You will stay close to the work and remove obstacles for customers by understanding project conditions aligning resources quickly and addressing issues before they affect delivery.
• You will improve every day through candid problem-solving by tracking performance trends identifying root causes and supporting practical recovery plans where needed.
• You will win as one team by building trust across Sales Project Engineering and field teams and by valuing diverse perspectives in decision-making.
• Use estimating and engineering standards effectively to support consistent execution across the branch.
• Establish goals and development plans for direct reports and reinforce strong performance through coaching and feedback.
• Monitor asset management activities such as billings collections payables and cost discipline.
• Keep customer satisfaction top of mind and drive timely resolution when issues arise.
• Support the senior installation manager in planning staffing and financial execution for the branch.

• Bachelors degree in Construction Civil Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Construction Management or Architecture or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of seven years of progressively more responsible project leadership experience in the building construction industry.
• High-level competence in written and verbal communication.
• Ability to travel based on the geographical locations of assigned teams.
• Experience working with installation teams project leaders engineers and subcontractors in a construction or building systems environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage financial priorities such as forecasting billings collections and resource planning.
• Strong understanding of safety compliance and ethical business conduct.

• Experience with MS Project and MS Tools.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced branch environment.
• Experience negotiating contract terms handling conflict resolution and supporting change order discussions.
• Background in team development hiring or succession planning.

• Competitive salary and bonus.
• Paid vacation holidays and sick time including 15 days of vacation in the first year.
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) medical dental and vision care available day one.
• Extensive product and on-the-job cross-training opportunities.
• An encouraging and collaborative team environment.
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy.

If you are ready to lead installation teams strengthen customer relationships and drive branch performance we invite you to apply.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $112100 - 168350 (Salary to be determined by the education experienceknowledge skills and abilities of the applicant internal equity and alignment with marketdata.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual groupand corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. Theposted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However we recognizethat exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typicalprofile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range weencourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process we may usetechnology assisted tools including artificial intelligence (AI) to help identify and evaluatecandidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details pleasevisit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at 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.