Security Field Project Manager, Government Technologies

YDU JC Air Cond & Ref Inc.- Dubai; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Field Project Manager to support integrated physical security projects for Federal Government agencies. You will manage project lifecycles from startup to final acceptance, coordinate field execution, and ensure contract compliance and profitability.

A strong communication culture and cross-functional collaboration are essential to success. The role requires 3–5 years in project management within security or construction, with familiarity in access control, CCTV,

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of project management experience in physical security or related field.
• Experience in construction, electrical, electronic security, or systems integration.
• Knowledge of access control, CCTV (analog and IP), intercom, and intrusion systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong customer service skills.
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Security Management, Building Construction, or Mechanical engineering.
• Ability to obtain PMP, CSPM, PSP, or CPP within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily functional management for installation and service projects.
• Monitor SLA schedules and coordinate work from start-up through commissioning.
• Review contracts and schedules to support procurement and subcontractor coordination.
• Direct employees and subcontractors, managing day-to-day execution.
• Maintain project records, billing, and close-out analyses.
• Provide weekly project status reports to customers.
• Ensure safety, quality, schedule, and profitability are aligned.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Security Management, Building Construction, or Mechanical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About us

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education. For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

What you will do

• Johnson Controls is seeking a Field Project Manager to support integrated physical security projects for Federal Government agencies.
• In this role, you will help deliver projects from start-up through commissioning and final acceptance while supporting contract requirements, project profitability, and strong customer relationships.
• You will be responsible for the successful lifecycle of installation and service projects within our Government Technologies business.
• This includes coordinating field execution, managing project schedules, supporting billing and close-out activities, and working closely with customers, subcontractors, branch offices, and internal teams to keep work moving smoothly and in line with contractual obligations.

How you will do it

• Provide daily functional management for assigned installation and service projects.
• Monitor SLA schedules and coordinate technical work from start-up through check-out, commissioning, and final project acceptance.
• Review contracts and schedule requirements to support procurement, delivery of materials, field office involvement, and subcontractor coordination.
• Direct employees and subcontractors on assigned projects and manage day-to-day execution.
• Maintain project records, changes, material flow, reports, correspondences, claims, punch list records, audits, schedules, and close-out analyses.
• Build effective communication between customers, engineering, technical support, and on-site construction trades.
• Support sales representatives with proposal and contract preparation for large systems.
• Share technical feedback with Technical Services and Engineering Management to support productivity and quality improvements.
• Ensure billing for installation jobs and monthly services is accurate and delivered on time within the SLA.
• Provide weekly status reports to customers on all open projects.
• Own project execution with accountability, keeping safety, quality, schedule, and profitability aligned every day.
• Stay close to the work by coordinating field activity from planning and procurement through commissioning and close-out.
• Remove obstacles quickly by keeping materials, subcontractors, and internal support teams aligned to contract and SLA needs.
• Communicate clearly and candidly with customers, branch offices, engineering, and technical teams so issues are identified early and resolved fast.
• Use disciplined reporting, recordkeeping, and follow-through to maintain control of changes, billing, and project status.
• Work collaboratively across functions and perspectives to deliver a clean handoff and a strong customer experience.

What we look for

• Required Three (3) to five (5) years of project management experience preferably in the Physical Security field (preferred).
• Three (3) to five (5) years of construction, electrical, electronic security, or systems integration experience (preferred).
• Knowledge of access control systems, CCTV both analog and IP-based, intercom systems, and intrusion detection systems (preferred).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills coupled with demonstrated judgment skills Excellent customer service skills both internal and external) Ability to organize and prioritize workload and resources for effective implementation.
• Must be a self-motivated and organized individual.
• Excellent PC skills (word processing, spreadsheet, presentation).
• Demonstrated problem-solving and ability to independently carry out responsibilities under general supervision.
• Ability to effectively interact with all levels of the Johnson Controls and customer organization.
• Ability to function as an effective team leader and team member maintain a positive working environment.
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in a related field; i.e., Electrical Engineering, Security Management, Building Construction, and or Mechanical engineering (preferred) or related experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain any of the following certifications PMP, CSPM, PSP, CPP within 6 months of hire.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $75,000- 1110,000 (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.

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