Jr. Fire Project Manager

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and commission / 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

What You Will Do

• Support the planning and execution of moderately complex projects that carry medium to high corporate priority
• Work closely with internal teams, customers, and vendors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget, while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and customer satisfaction
• Provide project management subject matter support, including project setup, scope definition, risk identification, methodology application, and resource coordination
• Aid in establishing and supporting local project offices as required
• Maintain control of project schedules, costs, safety, quality standards, and customer expectations
• Present project updates, lifecycle status, and expected outcomes to management and/or customers
• Support and, as assigned, manage vendor relationships throughout project installation phases
• Ensure projects are properly documented and formally closed on time and within scope

How You Will Do It

• Apply a working knowledge of Project Management Institute (PMI) methodologies and key knowledge areas, including:
• Integration
• Scope
• Schedule (Time)
• Cost
• Quality
• Communications
• Risk
• Procurement
• Communication & Coordination
• Lead communication and status reporting for project teams, customers, and Johnson Controls management
• Develop and manage project work plans, define roles and responsibilities, and clarify scope of authority
• Provide technical guidance, issue resolution, and support across all phases of the project
• Financial Management
• Track project expenditures and installation progress through review of project status reports
• Adjust schedules and plans as needed to meet financial and operational goals
• Maintain full financial accountability, including the ability to forecast financial trends
• Translate between Johnson Controls internal accounting methodologies and external client cost structures using AIA standards
• Quality Assurance
• Maintain accountability for overall project quality by performing job-site inspections
• Ensure workmanship meets Johnson Controls installation standards and quality expectations
• Customer Service
• Deliver responsive, professional, and concise support to customers and internal stakeholders
• Ensure timely follow‑up and resolution of customer questions, concerns, and issues

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree, Associate’s Degree, or equivalent professional experience (minimum of five years)
• Expectation to obtain PMI / PMP certification within two years of hire
• 1–2 years of experience in the construction industry
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Clear and effective communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross‑functionally and with external partners