Senior Principal Development Engineer – Sustainable Infrastructure

Johnson Controls

. Develop conceptual solutions for P3 projects based on project team design, Facilities Management requirements, and JCI pursuit team direction and strategies .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $125,500 - $188,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Facility Management, O&M leadership, and engineering, with a strong focus on developing innovative solutions for P3 projects. Proven ability to manage complex projects, influence design decisions, and create compelling business cases while ensuring alignment with Performance Output Specifications.

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Facility Management ExperienceO&M LeadershipProject Management SkillsBuilding Design and Construction ExperienceEnergy Management Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Building-Related Systems KnowledgeConceptual Solution DevelopmentBusiness Analysis SkillsBudget ManagementCost Proposal AccuracyLifecycle Cost EstimationOperations Plan DevelopmentRisk Mitigation StrategiesPerformance Output Specification ReviewProposal Bid Text Assistance

Soft Skills

Excellent Presentation SkillsStrong Communication SkillsTeam LeadershipCustomer-Facing SkillsInfluencing Skills

Tools & Technologies

MS WordMS ExcelMS PowerPointMS ProjectCommon Computer Applications

Industry Keywords

P3 ProjectsCentral Utility PlantCombined Heat and Power PlantDesign Build TeamFinancial Close

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop conceptual solutions for P3 projects based on project team design, Facilities Management requirements, and JCI pursuit team direction and strategies
Lead pricing processes for final solutions meeting Performance Output Specification requirements
Provide design-assist input from facility operations and lifecycle perspectives to improve system efficiency and minimize net present costs
Manage development of compelling business cases for proposed scopes of work
Lead and manage larger, complex, and strategic projects from inception through Financial Close
Generate and manage development budgets and timelines
Review client Performance Output Specifications and team drawings to align designs with Facility Management requirements
Optimize building systems and equipment design and develop operations plans and cost strategies
Lead subject matter experts and strategic partners in preparing operations plans, staffing structures, and O&M, lifecycle, and transition cost estimates
Represent JCI in design team meetings and influence design decisions
Review RFP schedules and provide O&M input to Sales, Legal, and Design & Construction teams
Assist with proposal bid text and project document markups
Provide input on Energy Consumption Guarantee Targets
Provide specification insight, benchmarking, risk mitigation strategies, and best practices
Ensure accuracy and quality control of final cost proposals
Participate in customer and owner presentations and bilateral meetings
Prepare requests for information regarding O&M services, technology, lifecycle, handback conditions, and performance standards
Support internal management reviews throughout the procurement process
Transfer knowledge to the Transition team after Financial Close
Participate in professional organizations and build relationships within the P3 industry
Provide leadership for solution development in the P3 market

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field
10 years of facility management, O&M leadership, engineering, energy management and/or construction experience
Excellent knowledge of building-related systems and services
Demonstrated Facility Management experience of a Central Utility Plant and/or a Combined Heat and Power Plant
O&M leadership, building design and construction experience
Ability to influence members of a Design Build team
Strong project management skills for managing large development projects with diverse resources
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Strong conceptual skills for developing innovative solution designs
Excellent customer-facing skills and comfort presenting at the C-level
Strong team leadership and solution development team management
Excellent business analysis skills for creating compelling business cases
Working knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, and common computer applications
Ability to travel up to 30%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits package