Project Execution Manager – Controls

This job advertisement is addressed to all female and male candidates who meet requirements, without any discrimination based on sex, gender, sexual orientation, nationality or ethnic origin, religious belief, disability, and/or any other personal or social condition.

What you will do 

We are seeking a Project Execution Manager for our Controls (BMS) line of business to lead a team of Project Managers and ensure the achievement of assigned operational and financial targets at country level.

The role is accountable for driving profitable growth, optimizing execution processes, and ensuring high customer satisfaction.

In addition to people leadership, the role requires hands-on capability in managing complex BMS projects, including full responsibility for budget, planning, resources, and risk management.

As part of the BMS team, the Project Execution Manager will also proactively contribute to the Service Conversion of the installed base.

How you will do it

• Review project requirements, workload, and priorities; allocate projects effectively to Project Managers

• Supervise and support project execution across the assigned portfolio, ensuring delivery on scope, schedule, cost, and quality

• Monitor project and portfolio performance, including progress, financial results, and outcomes

• Identify, assess, and manage project and portfolio risks, including major claims and escalations

• Directly manage one or few projects if/when required

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Project Managers and foster a positive and collaborative work environment

• Ensure team efficiency, productivity, and compliance with company policies and procedures

• Identify opportunities for process improvement and lean execution to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction

• Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and partners

• Support negotiations, dispute resolution, and claim management under pressure

What we look for

• 10+ years of Project Management experience

• (PMP, APM, IPMA, or equivalent certification strongly preferred)

• 5+ years of technical expertise in BMS and/or network protocols and systems

• 2+ years of people management experience

• Customer obsession and proven ability to:

  • Make decisions under pressure

  • Negotiate complex claims

  • Solve operational and commercial issues effectively

• Strong leadership mindset with the ability to build and maintain a positive work environment

• Fluent English (spoken and written); Italian proficiency is an advantage

• Engineering degree required

• Willingness to travel up to 60%, mainly within Italy

Our benefits

We offer an exciting and challenging position with great personal freedom and professional responsibility. 
Joining us you will become part of a leading global multi-industrial corporation defined by its stimulating work environment and job satisfaction. In addition, we offer outstanding career development opportunities which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. 

If you are interested to learn more about this exciting opportunity, then please apply directly to the role through the web page.

We offer:

• The initial basic salary for this position will be in the range of €  53.700 – €80.700 per year. The final package will reflect your experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role. The overall compensation package may include variable components and additional company benefits, which will be discussed during the selection process.

  We are committed to fair, equitable, and gender-neutral pay practices.

  The applicable collective agreement: Contratto Collettivo Nazionale di Lavoro Industria Metalmeccanica e della Installazione di Impianti. 

• Flexible working hours

• Agile working

• Meal vouchers of €8

• Company welfare package

Who we are

Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and multi-industrial leader, serving a wide range of customers in more than 150 countries. Our 120,000 employees create intelligent buildings, efficient energy solutions, integrated infrastructure and next generation transportation systems that work seamlessly together to deliver on the promise of smart cities and communities.   Our commitment to sustainability dates back to our roots in 1885, with the invention of the first electric room thermostat!  We are committed to helping our customers win and creating greater value for all of our stakeholders, through strategic focus on our buildings and energy growth platforms.