Johnson Controls

Assistant Project Manager

Manila-Manila-Philippines Full time

What you will do:

The Assistant Project Manager will oversee the execution of all controls-related projects, ensuring timely delivery, quality standards, and compliance with client requirements. This role will manage and coordinate the activities of project engineers and technicians assigned to controls projects, serving as the primary point of contact for technical and operational matters. The Assistant Project Manager will work closely with the Project Delivery Leader to align project objectives with organizational goals.

  • Responsible to deliver high quality technical solution and engineering deliverables aligned with project schedule to achieve revenue, margin, and customer satisfaction.

  • Collaborate across functions (sales, engineering teams, procurement, and product management) to ensure on time delivery and cost reduction.

  • Provide direction to team for all engineers assigned to his/her group, including the planning, design, estimation, and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Maintain engineering integrity of all projects, ensures quality, technical, administrative, and financial requirements are met.

  • Monitors, assesses, records and reports status, issues, risks and activities in process to meet scheduled deployment and project objectives.

  • Works with Project Delivery Leader to provide technical oversight during all project phases including reports, engineering assessments, billing and issue escalation.

How you will do it:

  • Project Coordination & Execution

    • Plan, organize, and manage controls projects from initiation to completion.

    • Monitor project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure timely delivery.

    • Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders for seamless project execution.

  • Team Leadership

    • Supervise and provide guidance to project engineers and technicians handling controls projects.

    • Assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure adherence to technical standards and safety protocols.

    • Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.

  • Technical Oversight

    • Review and validate control system designs, specifications, and implementation plans.

    • Ensure compliance with industry standards, client requirements, and company policies.

    • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during project execution.

  • Reporting & Documentation

    • Prepare and present regular project status reports to the Project Delivery Leader.

    • Maintain accurate documentation of project activities, changes, and approvals.

    • Support project close-out activities, including final inspections and client handover.

What we look for:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.

  • Proven track record of developing and leading teams

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

  • Minimum 5–10 years of experience in project management

  • Background should include the ability to successfully manage multiple challenges, prioritize responsibilities and effectively lead matrix organization.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and disciplines.

  • Ability to budget and perform cost analysis.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to effectively manage and motivate team members.