Jr. Fire Project Manager

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 67,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Bonus plan

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. in New York seeks a Junior Project Manager to assist in planning and executing moderately complex projects with medium to high priority. You will collaborate with internal teams, customers, and vendors to ensure timely delivery within scope, budget, and safety standards.

The role demands PMI/PMP intent, 1–2 years in construction, and strong organizational and communication abilities. A company vehicle may be provided and a competitive benefits package accompanies the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher degree or equivalent experience.
• PMI / PMP certification within two years of hire.
• 1–2 years of construction industry experience.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Clear and effective communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Collaborative mindset with cross-functional work experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management support including setup, scope, risk, methodology, and resource coordination.
• Assist with establishing local project offices as needed.
• Maintain project schedules, costs, safety, quality, and customer expectations.
• Present updates and lifecycle status to management or customers.
• Support and manage vendor relationships through project installation phases.
• Ensure proper documentation and formal project close.

Skills

PMI / PMP

Multitasking

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree / Associate’s Degree or equivalent

Tools

PMI methodologies

Job description

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team

As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!

What we offer

• Competitive salary and commission / bonus plan

• 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

• Company vehicle

What You Will Do

As a Junior Project Manager, you will support the planning and execution of moderately complex projects that carry medium to high corporate priority. You will work closely with internal teams, customers, and vendors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget, while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

In this role, you will:

• Provide project management subject matter support, including project setup, scope definition, risk identification, methodology application, and resource coordination

• Assist with establishing and supporting local project offices as required

• Maintain control of project schedules, costs, safety, quality standards, and customer expectations

• Present project updates, lifecycle status, and expected outcomes to management and/or customers

• Support and, as assigned, manage vendor relationships throughout project installation phases

• Ensure projects are properly documented and formally closed on time and within scope

How You Will Do It

• Apply a working knowledge of Project Management Institute (PMI) methodologies and key knowledge areas, including:

  • Integration

  • Scope

  • Schedule (Time)

  • Cost

  • Quality

  • Communications

  • Risk

  • Procurement

Communication & Coordination

• Lead communication and status reporting for project teams, customers, and Johnson Controls management

• Develop and manage project work plans, define roles and responsibilities, and clarify scope of authority

• Provide technical guidance, issue resolution, and support across all phases of the project

Financial Management

• Track project expenditures and installation progress through review of project status reports

• Adjust schedules and plans as needed to meet financial and operational goals

• Maintain full financial accountability, including the ability to forecast financial trends

• Translate between Johnson Controls internal accounting methodologies and external client cost structures using AIA standards

Quality Assurance

• Maintain accountability for overall project quality by performing job-site inspections

• Ensure workmanship meets Johnson Controls installation standards and quality expectations

Customer Service

• Deliver responsive, professional, and concise support to customers and internal stakeholders

• Ensure timely follow-up and resolution of customer questions, concerns, and issues

What We Look For

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree, Associate’s Degree, or equivalent professional experience (minimum of five years)

• Expectation to obtain PMI / PMP certification within two years of hire

• 1-2 years of experience in the construction industry

• Strong organizational and time-management skills

• Clear and effective communication abilities

• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally and with external partners

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $67,000 to $85,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience,
knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market
data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group,
and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The
posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize
that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical
profile. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use
technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate
candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please
visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-u