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
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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.
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
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
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
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 https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us
Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here
At Johnson Controls, we transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. As the global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet.
Building on a proud history of 140 years of innovation, we deliver the blueprint of the future for industries such as healthcare, schools, data centers, airports, stadiums, manufacturing and beyond through OpenBlue, our comprehensive digital offering.
Today, Johnson Controls offers the world`s largest portfolio of building technology and software as well as service solutions from some of the most trusted names in the industry.
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