Lead Program Manager at Johnson Controls

, , China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Program Management, Leadership, Coaching, Performance Management, Strategic Oversight, Risk Management, Process Improvement, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication, Project Management Methodologies, Microsoft Project, Microsoft O365, HVAC Industry Knowledge, Change Management, Team Development, RCLP Implementation

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Description

What you will do: Johnson Controls is seeking a strategic and experienced Program Manager to lead a team of Program Managers within the Chiller business unit, which develops innovative products for the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) market. This role is responsible for overseeing the successful execution of complex, cross-functional programs and for managing a high-performing team. The Lead Program Manager will also serve as the local champion for Johnson Controls’ Rapid Closed Loop Process (RCLP)—our phase-gate product development framework—driving adoption, continuous improvement, and organizational alignment with this critical methodology. This role will be based in the Johnson Controls China Wuxi Center and will report to the Director of Program Management for the HVACR business. How you will do it: Team Leadership & People Management · Directly manage a team of five Program Managers, providing leadership, coaching, and performance management · Lead all aspects of people development, including hiring, onboarding, goal setting, development planning and career progression · Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement Program Oversight & Execution · Provide strategic oversight for the planning, execution, and delivery of key programs within the Chiller product portfolio · Lead or support large, strategic programs or initiatives as needed, ensuring alignment with global business priorities and cross-regional collaboration · Ensure alignment of program objectives with business goals and stakeholder expectations · Monitor program performance, manage risks, and implement mitigation strategies · Promote the use of standardized tools, templates, and methodologies to ensure consistency and quality Process Leadership and Operational Excellence · Act as the local champion for the Rapid Closed Loop Process (RCLP), Johnson Controls’ phase-gate product development framework · Coach and train team members and cross-functional stakeholders on effective RCLP implementation · Lead local initiatives to improve RCLP adoption, maturity, and effectiveness · Develop and share best practices, tools, and templates to support consistent application of the process · Promote program management excellence through continuous improvement initiatives · Ensure compliance with internal policies, standards, and regulatory requirements · Contribute to strategic planning and organizational development efforts Stakeholder Engagement · Collaborate closely with the Director of Program Management to ensure alignment with global program strategies and priorities · Serve as a key liaison between local teams and regional/global leadership · Communicate program status, risks, and opportunities clearly and effectively What we look for: Required · Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering or related field · Typically requires 8+ years of experience in project or program management. Candidates with less than the minimum experience in project/program management may also be considered if they possess strong leadership capabilities through prior experiences leading teams, cross-functional initiatives, or complex projects in other functional management roles · Strong knowledge of and first-hand experience with phase-gate product development processes · Demonstrated ability to lead change and drive process improvement · Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills · Knowledge of and ability to situationally leverage appropriate project management methodologies (Predictive, Agile) · Skilled in using project management planning tools (such as Microsoft Project) and the Microsoft O365 software suite · Willingness and ability to travel (within China and the United States) as necessary · Fluency in English Preferred · Master’s degree (e.g., MBA or a related advanced degree) · Project management certification (e.g., PMP) · Proven experience managing and developing high-performing teams · Prior experience in the HVAC industry, particularly in chiller or related product development Johnson Controls: Enhancing the Intelligence of Buildings Your buildings have a purpose. They are places for people to live or work. Facilities for learning or healing. Venues for entertainment and shopping. Sites for the specialized storage of tangible goods or mission-critical data. Your buildings have a huge variety of functions; they are central to your mission. This is where Johnson Controls comes in, helping drive the outcomes that matter most. Through a full range of systems and digital solutions, we make your buildings smarter. A smarter building is safer, more comfortable, more efficient, and, ultimately, more sustainable. Most important, smarter buildings let you focus more intensely on your unique mission. Better for your people. Better for your bottom line. Better for the planet. At Johnson Controls, we’ve been making buildings smarter since 1885, and our capabilities, depth of innovation experience, and global reach have been growing ever since. Today, we offer the world’s largest portfolio of building products, technologies, software, and services; we put that portfolio to work to transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play.

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Responsibilities

The Lead Program Manager will oversee the execution of complex programs within the Chiller business unit and manage a team of Program Managers. They will also champion the Rapid Closed Loop Process (RCLP) to drive product development efficiency.