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Area Systems Leader, HVAC & Controls - Texas & Central Plains

Johnson Controls

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$67.31-86.54 /h
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Houston, TX
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Job Overview:

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.


HVAC & Controls Area Systems Leader, Texas and Great Plains

Johnson Controls is seeking an HVAC & Controls Area Systems Leader to strengthen our HVAC & Controls Systems business across the Texas and Great Plains market. In this role, you will lead area execution, support strong project and branch performance, and help ensure customers receive safe, reliable, and high-quality systems delivery.

Role Overview

This is an area leadership role focused on HVAC controls execution, technical leadership, and operational performance. You will work across local teams and key stakeholders to support project delivery, improve execution consistency, coach field leaders, and help maintain customer satisfaction and financial discipline across the territory.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead HVAC Controls installation execution across the area, including backlog delivery, project health, on-time completion, and financial performance.
  • Provide technical leadership on BAS projects, including control systems, graphics, integrations, commissioning activities, and project turnover.
  • Partner with local operations teams to identify project risks early and implement mitigation plans that protect customer outcomes and margin.
  • Review project portfolios and forecast delivery performance, resource requirements, and backlog conversion strategies.
  • Drive adoption of Johnson Controls Systems Enablement standards, installation best practices, and consistent delivery processes.
  • Coach Installation Managers, Project Managers, Systems Specialists, and HVAC Controls technicians to strengthen capability and execution.
  • Conduct execution reviews and root cause analysis to improve productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction.
  • Partner with Environmental Health & Safety teams to reinforce safe work practices and a zero-harm culture.

How You Will Do It

  • You will stay close to the work, understand customer and project needs, and remove obstacles that slow down delivery.
  • You will lead with accountability, safety, and integrity in every customer and team interaction.
  • You will use clear planning, forecasting, and execution reviews to focus on what matters most for the area.
  • You will work across teams with collaboration, trust, and diverse perspectives to solve problems and deliver consistent results.
  • You will bring a continuous improvement mindset, using candor, root cause analysis, and follow-through to sharpen performance.

Qualifications

  • University degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in HVAC controls, branch leadership, project execution, or a closely related field.
  • Experience leading customer-facing teams and managing business performance in a systems or project environment.
  • Strong background in HVAC, controls systems, or a related technical delivery environment.
  • Proven ability to build relationships with customers and industry stakeholders.
  • Experience with forecasting, resource planning, backlog management, and financial performance management.
  • Ability to work across functions and lead through influence in a matrixed environment.

Why Join Us

This role offers the opportunity to shape how HVAC & Controls work is delivered across a large and important territory. You will coach teams, strengthen execution, and make a direct impact on customer outcomes, operational performance, and the success of the area.

If this sounds like the right next step for you, we invite you to apply and bring your leadership to Johnson Controls.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $140k-180k (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at
https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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