Field Project Engineer - Fire Suppression Leader

Johnson Controls; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company car and bonus

Hybrid working

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension (7% matched)

Life assurance

Employee assistance program

Employee referral scheme

Discounts on Johnson Controls products

Extensive training opportunities

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Project Engineer for Fire Suppression to lead installation delivery across Northwest or Yorkshire. The role focuses on safety, quality, and cost control, coordinating site teams and subcontractors to meet timelines.

The ideal candidate will have a background in mechanical fire suppression, strong organisation, and a proven track record in supervising engineering teams, with a full UK driving licence and 3+ years in the Fire/Sprinkler sector.

Qualifications

• Experience working within an installation environment.
• Proven experience supervising or managing engineering teams.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Experience with Mechanical Fire Suppression systems.
• Ideally 3+ years in the Fire/Sprinkler industry.
• Knowledge of LPCB BS12845 and/or NFPA standards (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead installation delivery, quality, and Health & Safety standards.
• Manage your financial work bank and support cost optimisation.
• Coordinate subcontractors on site.
• Monitor defects, scope deviations, and documentation accuracy.
• Plan manpower and equipment to meet project timelines and budgets.
• Conduct regular safety and quality audits.
• Support team development through performance assessments and annual appraisals.
• Manage workload to maximise productivity and forecast accuracy.
• Prepare reports and programmes for senior management.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Effective communication

Team leadership

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Johnson Controls is seeking a Project Engineer for Fire Suppression to lead installation delivery across Northwest or Yorkshire. The role focuses on safety, quality, and cost control, coordinating site teams and subcontractors to meet timelines.

The ideal candidate will have a background in mechanical fire suppression, strong organisation, and a proven track record in supervising engineering teams, with a full UK driving licence and 3+ years in the Fire/Sprinkler sector.