Senior Project Manager - BMS

Shape the Future of Intelligent Buildings
At Johnson Controls, we're redefining how the world's most critical buildings operate. As a global leader in smart building technologies, building automation, HVAC solutions, energy efficiency, and decarbonisation, we help customers create safer, smarter, and more sustainable environments.
From hyperscale data centres and healthcare facilities to pharmaceutical manufacturing, advanced industrial sites, universities, and large commercial precincts, our technologies keep mission-critical operations running efficiently and reliably.
With more than 140 years of innovation, Johnson Controls combines world-class technology, deep engineering expertise, and one of the industry's strongest service and project delivery networks. Together, we're helping customers achieve their sustainability goals while delivering exceptional building performance.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a Senior Project Manager - Building Management Systems (BMS) to join our Melbourne team and lead the delivery of complex automation and integrated building solutions across major commercial and mission-critical projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced BMS Project Manager, Project Engineer, Controls Engineer, or Building Automation specialist looking to take ownership of high-profile projects while working with market-leading technology and a globally recognised brand.
You will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of BMS and Integrated Building Management System (IBMS) projects, from design and engineering through to commissioning, client handover, and project close-out.
Working closely with customers, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
What You'll Be Doing
Lead the successful delivery of BMS and IBMS projects from concept through to completion
Manage design, procurement, installation, testing, commissioning, and project documentation activities
Drive project performance across scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety outcomes
Build trusted relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and key stakeholders
Lead project teams and subcontractors to achieve successful delivery milestones
Oversee system integration, FATs, SATs, commissioning activities, and building optimisation
Ensure compliance with customer specifications, regulatory requirements, and quality standards
Manage project financials including forecasting, cost control, reporting, and commercial outcomes
Prepare and maintain project quality and compliance documentation
Identify opportunities to improve project execution, standardisation, and operational efficiency
Champion a strong safety culture aligned with Johnson Controls' values and standards
What We're Looking For
We're interested in professionals who bring strong technical and project delivery experience within building automation, controls, HVAC, or smart building environments.
Essential
Trade qualification in Electrical, HVAC, Mechanical Services, or an Engineering degree
Proven experience delivering Building Management System (BMS/BAS) projects
Strong understanding of building controls, automation architecture, and system design
Experience managing project budgets, timelines, resources, and stakeholder expectations
Knowledge of HVAC systems including chillers, boilers, air handling systems, and plant optimisation
Experience with commissioning, FATs, SATs, and system handovers
Strong communication, customer engagement, and leadership skills
Sound understanding of quality, compliance, and safety require