Fire & Security Project Manager: Systems Delivery Lead

Johnson Controls; Roswell (GA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus plan

401(k) plan

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Fire Project Manager based in Totowa, NJ, to lead fire and security project delivery from initiation through closeout. You will define scope, manage risks, and coordinate with customers, field resources, and vendors to keep programs on schedule and within budget.

You will apply PMI-based discipline to manage integration, scope, time, cost, quality, and communications while traveling as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, associate degree, or equivalent work experience of at least five years.
• At least 5 years of project management experience in the security industry, preferably, or in new construction.
• Working knowledge of fire alarm systems, installation workflows, and field-based project delivery.
• Ability to travel as needed, including daily and some overnight travel, with travel expected at approximately 25%+ depending on active projects.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, communicate effectively, and resolve issues in a fast-paced environment.
• Nice to Have CSPM (Certified Security Project Manager), or the ability to obtain certification within 6 months of employment.
• PMI PMP (Project Management Institute, Project Management Professional), or the ability to obtain certification within 6 months of employment.
• Experience with AIA standards and project financial forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Lead fire and security project delivery from initiation through completion and closeout.
• Define project scope, identify risks, set priorities, and support local project office setup when needed.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and resource allocations to keep work moving.
• Coordinate with customers, technicians, subcontractors, vendors, and Johnson Controls management.
• Monitor project progress, expenditures, and forecast trends, and adjust plans when conditions change.
• Track financial performance and support project accounting using Johnson Controls methodology and AIA standards.
• Conduct worksite inspections and confirm workmanship meets Johnson Controls quality expectations.
• Prepare and deliver project updates, cycle status, and expected results to internal stakeholders and customers.
• Support issue resolution and help ensure projects close on time and in scope.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Travel readiness

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

Equivalent work experience

Job description

Johnson Controls is seeking a Fire Project Manager based in Totowa, NJ, to lead fire and security project delivery from initiation through closeout. You will define scope, manage risks, and coordinate with customers, field resources, and vendors to keep programs on schedule and within budget.

You will apply PMI-based discipline to manage integration, scope, time, cost, quality, and communications while traveling as required.