Johnson Controls

Data Centers

HVACProjectManager(Datacenters)

A$145–195k ~AI est. Australia FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“HVAC Project Manager (Data centers) at Johnson Controls. Skills: HVAC Project Delivery, Data Centre Operations, Financial Management. Manage full lifecycle delivery of HVAC equipment projects. Lead project execution from handover through engineering, procurement,”

What You'll Achieve.

Support repeat business; Customer satisfaction (NPS); Zero-defect mindset

Industry & Context.

Data Centers
Problems you'll solve

Risk identification; Mitigation strategies; Problem solver

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or HVAC-related discipline OR Trade background with extensive HVAC project experience, Proven experience delivering large HVAC equipment projects into Data Centres or critical environments, Experience with FAT, SAT, and commissioning processes, Ability to review technical specifications, drawings, and design documentation, Experience in project financial management (forecasting, GM, cost control), Understanding of supply chain and manufacturing lead times

Nice to Have

Understanding of data centre design principles, redundancy, and mission-critical operations, Leadership and accountability mindset, Ability to operate in high-pressure, program-driven environments, Attention to detail and commitment to quality, Proactive problem solver with continuous improvement focus

What You'll Do.

Manage full lifecycle delivery of HVAC equipment projects

Lead project execution from handover through engineering

Ensure strict adherence to data centre standards

Maintain detailed project schedules

Manage milestones aligned to client programs

Own project financial performance

Manage Gross Margin (GM%) performance

Identify margin improvement opportunities

Ensure timely invoicing

Reduce UBR through accurate milestone completion

Act as primary interface between customers and internal

Build working relationships with key clients

Manage contractor and subcontractor performance on-site

Coordinate complex commissioning process

Oversee technical compliance

Ensure compliance with equipment specifications and submittals

Oversee FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) and witness testing

Oversee SAT (Site Acceptance Testing) and commissioning

Identify project risks early

Implement mitigation strategies

Ensure compliance with QA standards

Ensure compliance with OHS&E requirements

Ensure compliance with data centre quality expectations

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Internal teams (engineering, factory, service, logistics); Customers (Data Centre operators, Tier 1 contractors); Contractor and subcontractor performance

Communication Scope

Stakeholder management

Process & Methodology

Project schedules, Critical path tracking, Milestone management, Cost control, Variation management

Full Job Description

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. **About this opportunity** * **Permanent full-time opportunity** * **Attractive base + super + car allowance** * **Career and training opportunities** **​** This is an exciting opportunity to join our project team based in our Sydney office. This role is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of HVAC equipment projects into Data Centre environments, ensuring compliance with customer technical specifications, quality standards, and critical commissioning requirements. **Responsibilities include:** **Project Delivery & Execution** * Manage full lifecycle delivery of HVAC equipment projects (e.g. chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, plant systems) into data centre environments * Lead project execution from handover through engineering, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, installation, commissioning, and final handover * Ensure strict adherence to data centre standards, specifications, and commissioning protocols * Maintain detailed project schedules, critical path tracking, and milestone management aligned to client programs **Financial & Commercial Management** * Own project financial performance including: * Revenue tracking and forecasting * Gross Margin (GM%) performance * Cost control and variation management * Identify and drive margin improvement opportunities * Ensure timely invoicing and UBR reduction thro

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