Security Project Manager — Complex Installations & Delivery

Johnson Controls; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 88,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

15 vacation days minimum

Medical, dental, vision, 401K

Bonus plan

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Security Project Manager to lead installation and closeout of moderately complex security projects, applying PMI practices to manage scope, time, cost, quality, and risk while maintaining a strong customer focus.

You will coordinate resources, manage vendor relationships, travel up to 25%, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with clear communication and rigorous documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, associate degree, or equivalent work experience of at least five years.
• 5 years of project management experience in the security industry or new construction.
• Ability to travel as needed, including daily and some overnight travel, up to 25%+ depending on open projects.
• Strong communication, coordination, and problem-resolution skills.
• Ability to manage project scope, schedule, cost, quality, and customer expectations.
• Experience working with project financial tracking and status reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead moderately complex security projects with medium to high corporate priority.
• Set up local project offices, define project scope, and support project methodology and execution planning.
• Identify risks, prioritize work, and coordinate resources to keep projects moving forward.
• Maintain control of schedule, cost, safety, quality, and customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Present project updates, cycle status, and expected results to management and customers.
• Manage vendor relationships throughout installation when required.
• Track project expenditures and installation progress, adjusting plans and schedules as needed.
• Maintain financial accountability and support project forecasting using internal Johnson Controls accounting practices and AIA standards.
• Conduct worksite inspections and help ensure workmanship meets Johnson Controls quality expectations.
• Respond to customer concerns in a timely, professional manner and support effective issue resolution.
• Close projects on time and in scope, with complete documentation and clear communication.

Skills

Strong communication

Coordination

Problem-resolution

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's or higher or equivalent (5+ years)

Job description

Johnson Controls in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Security Project Manager to lead installation and closeout of moderately complex security projects, applying PMI practices to manage scope, time, cost, quality, and risk while maintaining a strong customer focus.

You will coordinate resources, manage vendor relationships, travel up to 25%, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with clear communication and rigorous documentation.