Fire Construction Lead – Life-Safety Projects

Johnson Controls; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

Paid time off

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Fire Construction Manager to lead daily operations on fire alarm installation projects in commercial environments. You will coach technicians, coordinate materials, and monitor project financials while ensuring safety and on-time delivery across active job sites.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years of management experience in fire alarm installation, strong communication, and proficiency with Excel and Windows OS.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of management experience in Fire Alarm Installation within the commercial industry.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience or knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft products.
• Proficiency with personal computers, including Windows 7, Windows XP, Windows NT, and Windows 2000.
• Ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and remain effective in a fast-paced construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of construction installation projects from start through completion.
• Coach and mentor technicians and apprentices to support quality, productivity, and team development.
• Order materials and equipment needed for active projects and help maintain schedule alignment.
• Monitor financial performance for each project and provide accurate status updates during WIP meetings.
• Maintain installer schedules and track hours assigned to projects.
• Work closely with Operations to resolve issues and support project execution as needed.
• Conduct regular job site safety walkthroughs, EHS evaluations, and accident investigations.
• Attend construction meetings and interface with end-users, architects, and general contractors.
• Help interview and evaluate employees and apprentices when needed.
• Set goals, communicate expectations, and review performance to support strong team results.

Skills

Fire Alarm Installation management

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Windows OS expertise

Tools

Excel

Windows 7/XP/NT/2000

Job description

Johnson Controls is seeking a Fire Construction Manager to lead daily operations on fire alarm installation projects in commercial environments. You will coach technicians, coordinate materials, and monitor project financials while ensuring safety and on-time delivery across active job sites.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years of management experience in fire alarm installation, strong communication, and proficiency with Excel and Windows OS.