Field Project Manager - Fire Alarm Systems

Johnson Controls

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 119,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation/holidays/sick time

Comprehensive benefits package including 401K

Extensive product training opportunities

Job summary

A multinational building technology firm in New York is seeking a Field Project Manager to oversee fire alarm system projects. This role requires at least five years of project management experience in fire protection or related fields. Responsibilities include managing project progression, coordinating with clients, and ensuring quality standards are met. Applicants should have strong communication skills and familiarity with Excel. Competitive salary and benefits offered, including comprehensive healthcare and paid time off.

Qualifications

Five years fire protection, construction, alarm/detection, or related project management experience.
Ability to read and understand complex building documents.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Manage fire alarm and security installation projects from inception to completion.
Communicate project progression with all stakeholders.
Ensure project quality meets installation standards.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

MS Excel

Organizational skills

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical or business field

Job description

Field Project Manager - Fire Alarm Systems

Base pay range: $95,000.00/yr - $119,000.00/yr

Field Project Manager - Fire Alarm Systems

What you will do

Project Managers are responsible for managing fire alarm, security, communications, and sprinkler installation projects in commercial, educational, healthcare, and industrial facilities, positively representing the company in all client and architect/engineer interactions. The PM oversees and communicates project progression from inception to completion including design, permits, material delivery, labor schedules, and field installation. Develops a comprehensive project plan to meet schedules and budgets. Conducts Work in Progress meetings. Understands and follows all published codes, standards, and unique project specifications. Ensures AHJ requirements and departmental/SOX procedures are followed. Convey a sense of professionalism, fairness, and concern for customers, labor, and management. Coordinates change orders and drives toward overall margin improvement on every job. This project manager position will also require managing service contract work for a large client which will include but not be limited to the following activities: requesting inspection schedules, monitoring and managing inspection schedules, managing and following up on repair quotes, ensuring repairs are completed and retested in a timely manner.

How you will do it

Methodology – Understanding of Project Management methodology and key knowledge areas: Integration, Scope, Time, Cost, Quality, Human Resources, Communications, Risk, and Procurement Management.
Communication/Coordination – Responsible for communication and status reporting to project staff, customers, and management.
Responsible for work plan, managing project resources, duty assignment, responsibilities, scope of authority, and provides technical advice and problem resolution to all aspects of the project.
Fiscal – Responsible for tracking projects expenditures and installation progress through reviews of status reports prepared by project personnel and modifies schedules of plans as required. Maintains full financial accountability to project; requires the ability to forecast financial trends across the project, understand internal and external client cost structures and integrate or translate to/from Simplex-Grinnell accounting methodology using AIA standards.
Quality – Maintain full accountability to project quality; conducting inspections of work site, ensuring workmanship meets installation required quality standards and expectations.
Customer Service – Provide responsive, concise, and professional support to all customers and other personnel and ensure timely follow-up on all customer concerns and issues.

What we look for

Required

Five years fire protection, construction, alarm/detection, or related project management experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and understand complex building architectural, mechanical, and electrical documents.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments with a strong adherence to deadlines.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, both with internal and external customers.
Possess a strong and active working knowledge of MS Excel. Be able to create tracking spreadsheets, reference data in other spreadsheets, and create macros.
Must be organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivating.
Must have the ability to interact effectively with employees and customers in difficult situations.
Able to travel at least 30% of the time.

Preferred

Knowledge of NFPA and IEC standards, Underwriter's requirements, and applicable building codes preferred.
NICET Level I or higher preferred.
Bachelor's degree in a technical, business, or equivalent field.

What we offer

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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HIRING SALARY RANGE: $95,000-119,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. 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, visit here.

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