Johnson Controls

Fire Project Manager

Johnson Controls$90K — $120K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Certification in Fire & Life Safety, Electrical/Electronic, or Security preferred.
  • 5 years of installation experience in Fire, Electrical, or Security systems.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification expected within two years of employment.
  • NICET Level II certification required within one year of employment.
  • Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and Project, along with spreadsheet creation skills.
  • Frequent local travel required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead fire alarm, security, and communications installation projects during all phases.
  • Establish local project offices and coordinate project scope and risk management.
  • Manage project schedules, budgets, safety measures, and quality control.
  • Oversee project progress from design through installation and testing.
  • Facilitate Work in Progress meetings to provide updates to stakeholders.
  • Present project status to internal and external parties throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Ensure timely project closeout while adhering to codes and specifications.
  • Coordinate change orders to enhance project margins.

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package included.
  • Participation in an incentive-based bonus plan based on performance.
  • Support for professional development with expectations for certifications.
  • Opportunities for continuous improvement and problem-solving in project management.
Full Job Description
Role Overview

As a Field Project Manager for our Fire division, you will lead complex fire alarm, security, and communications installation projects across commercial, educational, healthcare, industrial, and military facilities. In this on-site role, you will be responsible for defining scope, coordinating execution, managing cost and schedule, and ensuring each project is completed safely, on time, and within scope while meeting customer expectations.
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the execution of fire alarm, security, and communications installation projects from setup through closeout.
  • Establish local project offices and coordinate project scope, risk identification, project methodology, and resource allocation.
  • Manage schedule, cost, safety, quality, and customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Oversee project progression across design, permits, material delivery, labor scheduling, and field installation.
  • Conduct Work in Progress meetings and provide clear project updates to management and customers.
  • Present project cycle status, expected results, and closeout progress to internal stakeholders and customers.
  • Ensure projects are closed on time, in scope, and aligned with published codes, standards, and unique project specifications.
  • Coordinate change orders and support margin improvement on every job.
How You Will Do It
  • Coordinate proactively with design, permitting, procurement, and field teams so work moves smoothly from planning to installation.
  • Build a comprehensive project plan that supports schedule, budget, safety, and quality expectations.
  • Follow all published codes, standards, and project-specific requirements with consistency and attention to detail.
  • Work closely with AHJ requirements and departmental/SOX procedures to keep projects compliant and well documented.
  • Track job progress through WIP meetings, accurate reporting, and timely escalation of risks or obstacles.
  • Own outcomes with accountability, safety, and integrity, while staying close to the work and removing barriers for the customer.
  • Look for opportunities to improve every day through candid problem-solving and continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate across functions and perspectives to win as one team.
Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Certificate or diploma in a related field such as Fire & Life Safety, Electrical/Electronic, or Security.
  • 5 years of installation experience in Fire, Electrical, or Security systems.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification expected within two years of employment.
  • NICET Level II required within one year of employment.
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications, including Excel and Project.
  • Ability to create Excel spreadsheets, reference data in other spreadsheets, and create macros.
  • Availability for frequent local travel.
Nice to Have
  • Certification in Fire Alarm Systems.


HIRING SALARY RANGE: $90,000-120,000 (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. 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 https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us.

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About Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls International plc is a multinational conglomerate headquartered in Cork, Ireland that produces automotive parts such as batteries and electronics and HVAC equipment for buildings. It employs 105,000 people in around 2,000 locations across six continents. As of 2019, it was listed as 389th in the Fortune Global 500; in 2020, it became ineligible for the list. Johnson Controls was founded in 1885 by Warren S. Johnson, a professor at the State Normal School in Whitewater, Wisconsin. Originally called the Johnson Electric Service Company, it focused on automatic temperature regulation. In 1974, the company changed its name to Johnson Controls.
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Size
101,000 employees
Market Cap
$44.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$923 million
Founded
1885
5 Year Trend
+2.1%
Revenue
$22 billion
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