Lead Field Project Engineer, Fire Suppression

Johnson Controls; Leeds; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid working - site / office / WFH

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Project Engineer – Fire Suppression to lead installation activities across the Northwest or Yorkshire region. The role is field based, with opportunities to drive project delivery, safety compliance and team performance in a dynamic environment.

You will coordinate subcontractors, manage budgets, and ensure quality standards while developing your team and progressing projects on time.

Qualifications

• Experience working within an installation environment.
• Proven experience supervising or managing engineering teams.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to build, motivate, and develop high‑performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Leading installation delivery, quality, and Health & Safety standards.
• Managing your own financial work bank and supporting cost optimisation.
• Coordinating subcontractors on site.
• Monitoring defects, scope deviations, and documentation accuracy.
• Planning manpower and equipment to meet project timelines and budgets.
• Conducting regular safety and quality audits.
• Supporting team development through performance assessments and annual appraisals.
• Managing workload to maximise productivity and forecast accuracy.
• Preparing reports and programmes for senior management.
• Liaising with Credit Control to minimise disputes and support timely invoicing.

Skills

Installation experience

Team supervision

Organisational skills

Communication skills

UK driving licence

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Johnson Controls is seeking a Project Engineer – Fire Suppression to lead installation activities across the Northwest or Yorkshire region. The role is field based, with opportunities to drive project delivery, safety compliance and team performance in a dynamic environment.

You will coordinate subcontractors, manage budgets, and ensure quality standards while developing your team and progressing projects on time.