Fire Project Manager

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and bonus plan
• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time - 15 days of vacation first year
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one
• Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities With outstanding resources
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
• Company Vehicle
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What You'll Do

You will lead high-visibility, moderately complex projects aligned with key business priorities, serving as a trusted subject matter expert across the full project lifecycle. In this role, you'll bring deep expertise in project execution, including scope definition, risk management, methodology selection, resource planning, and operational setup.

You will maintain full ownership of project outcomes-ensuring delivery is on time, within budget, and aligned with quality, safety, and customer expectations. You'll regularly engage with senior leadership and clients, presenting project status, milestones, and performance insights with clarity and confidence.

Additionally, you may manage and optimize vendor partnerships throughout installation phases, ensuring alignment, accountability, and performance excellence. Your leadership will ensure projects are successfully executed and closed with precision, meeting all scope and compliance requirements.

How You'll Make an Impact

As a Project Manager, you will drive the successful delivery of fire alarm, security, and communications system projects across commercial, education, healthcare, and industrial environments-serving as a key ambassador of the organization in all client and architect/engineer interactions.

You will:

• Lead end-to-end project execution-from initial design and permitting through procurement, labor coordination, and field installation
• Build and manage comprehensive project plans that align schedules, budgets, and resource allocation
• Facilitate Work-in-Progress (WIP) reviews to proactively manage risk, cost, and timeline performance
• Ensure full compliance with all industry codes, standards, AHJ requirements, and internal (SOX) processes
• Act as a central communication hub, ensuring seamless coordination between internal teams, clients, vendors, and stakeholders
• Drive financial performance by managing change orders and continuously identifying margin improvement opportunities
• Foster a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and accountability across all project stakeholders

What You Bring
Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of project management experience within fire protection, electrical systems, construction, or a related technical field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Proven ability to interpret and work from complex architectural, mechanical, and electrical drawings
• Strong multitasking and prioritization skills with a consistent track record of meeting critical deadlines
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage both internal teams and external clients
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including building tracking tools, leveraging cross-sheet data, and developing macros
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-driven with a strong sense of ownership
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to thrive in cross-functional team environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field
• Working knowledge of applicable building codes, industry standards, and Underwriters requirements
• NICET Level II certification or higher

Why This Role Stands Out

This is an opportunity to lead meaningful, technically complex projects that directly impact safety and infrastructure in critical environments. You'll have visibility with leadership, autonomy in execution, and the ability to shape project success while advancing your expertise within a highly respected and growing industry.

Salary Range: HIRING SALARY RANGE: $85,500 to $105,000 (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

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