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 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 robust 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:

Minimum 2+ years post‑qualification experience in HVAC and/or building controls

Extensive experience in commercial BMS project delivery

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

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📌 Project Manager - BMS (Williamstown)
🏢 Johnson Controls
📍 Williamstown