Basis Of Design Manager, Controls, Emea

Johnson Controls OpenBlue

EMEA
On-site
Shape project specifications at basis of design stage
Engage consultants and engineering firms
Build and lead a regional bod engineering team
Johnson Controls OpenBlue is seeking a Basis of Design Manager for the EMEA region, responsible for shaping project specifications in HVAC, Fire, Security, and Building Management Systems. The role emphasizes early engagement with consultants and engineers to influence design decisions and establish a new engineering team

Job Summary

  • Shape project specifications at the earliest design stage and ensure Johnson Controls solutions are embedded as the preferred standard.
  • Build and lead a regional BoD engineering team, establishing standard work and positioning the team as trusted technical advisors.
  • Translate specification wins into a measurable pipeline, track spec-to-order conversion, and partner with Sales to convert early influence into orders.

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Johnson Controls OpenBlue is seeking a Basis of Design Manager for the EMEA region, responsible for shaping project specifications in HVAC, Fire, Security, and Building Management Systems. The role emphasizes early engagement with consultants and engineers to influence design decisions and establish a new engineering team.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Shape project specifications at Basis of Design stage
  • Engage consultants and engineering firms
  • Build and lead a regional BoD engineering team
  • Establish standard work and best practices
  • Translate specification wins into measurable pipeline
  • Align Sales, Product, Engineering, and Service

Nice-to-have

  • Thought leadership
  • AI-enabled insights
  • Continuous improvement culture

Key Requirements

  • Engineering background with design-stage influence
  • 10-15+ years in building systems
  • Proven experience with consultants and design/specification
  • Leadership experience in international settings
  • Strong technical credibility with commercial awareness
  • Ability to influence senior stakeholders

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Not specified

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