Field Project Manager, Fire Systems

Johnson Controls is a global leader in smart healthy and sustainable buildings and this role supports the delivery of fire systems projects that help protect people property and operations. You will join a collaborative environment focused on safety customer impact and professional growth with the support needed to deliver strong project outcomes.

We value practical problem-solving teamwork and a culture where your ideas and experience help shape successful execution in the field.

The Field Project Manager Fire Systems leads moderately complex fire protection and security projects with medium to high corporate this role you will guide projects from planning through closeout balancing schedule cost safety quality and customer expectations while serving as a key point of contact for internal teams customers vendors and project partners.

• Lead moderately complex projects and provide project management support in scope definition risk identification resource allocation and facilitation.
• Set up local project offices as needed and maintain control of schedule cost safety quality and customer satisfaction.
• Share project updates project cycle status and expected outcomes with management and customers.
• Manage vendor relationships throughout installation to support smooth project execution.
• Oversee project progression from inception to completion including design permits material delivery labor schedules and field installation.
• Develop project plans that support schedule and budget targets and conduct Work in Progress meetings.
• Close projects on time and in scope while coordinating change orders and supporting margin improvement on every job.

• Own project outcomes with accountability for safety quality customer satisfaction schedule and cost.
• Stay close to the work by tracking design progress permits material delivery labor schedules and field installation from start to finish.
• Focus on what matters by removing obstacles early keeping stakeholders aligned and making sure customers receive clear communication and reliable execution.
• Improve every day through candid WIP reviews disciplined change-order management practical problem-solving and consistent follow-through.
• Win as one team by building trust with customers labor management vendors and internal partners and by valuing diverse perspectives in day-to-day collaboration.
• Manage security and fire protection projects in commercial educational healthcare and industrial facilities while representing Johnson Controls professionally with customers and architect/engineer partners.
• Build and maintain a detailed project plan and ensure published codes standards unique project specifications Authority Having Jurisdiction requirements and departmental procedures are followed.
• Maintain professionalism fairness and concern in daily communication and decision-making.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Two or more years of experience as a project manager or in design work within the Fire Protection industry.
• Two or more years of experience with the installation and/or servicing of fire systems.
• Ability to work in a matrix structure and handle conflict resolution effectively.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects at the same time.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with internal and external customers.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Project including Excel Word and Outlook.
• Ability to create tracking spreadsheets reference data across spreadsheets and create macros.
• Organized detail oriented and self-motivating.

• Bachelors degree in a technical business or equivalent field.
• Five years of fire protection construction fire installation and service or related project management experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and understand complex building architectural mechanical and electrical documents.
• Knowledge of standards Underwriters requirements and applicable building codes.
• NICET / Water Base Lay-out.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $94600-$130000 (Salary to be determined by the education experience knowledge skills and abilities of the applicant internal equity and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive bonus plan that will take into account individual group and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range we encourage you to apply.

• Competitive base salary and a comprehensive bonus program.
• Three weeks paid vacation in a calendar year plus holidays sick time and three PTO days in a calendar year.
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K medical dental and vision care available day one.
• Extensive product and on-the-job/cross training opportunities.
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment.
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy.
• Providing scheduling and management support.
• JCI employee discount programs through The Loop by Perk Spot.

To support an efficient and fair hiring process we may use technology assisted tools including artificial intelligence (AI) to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at this sounds like the right next step for you we encourage you to apply.

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