Sprinkler Operations Leader — Installations & Growth

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Irondale (AL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 healthcare coverage

401K plan

Paid vacation

Dental and vision insurance

Company vehicle

On-the-job training

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking a Sprinkler Operations Manager to lead the Mechanical Sprinkler delivery across the district.

You will balance customer satisfaction, efficiency, and financial performance while guiding engineering, management, CAD, and installation teams. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in business or engineering, 7+ years in district operations, and experience in the sprinkler industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or engineering is preferred.
• Minimum seven years of experience managing district operational activities or equivalent in construction.
• Experience in sprinkler fire protection industry is preferred.
• Strong writing, speaking, and presentation ability.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in training, team building, and customer/company management.
• Ability to read and understand financial statements and forecast monthly, quarterly, and annual results.
• Ability to read and negotiate standard construction contract terms.
• Previous P&L management experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal codes, or ability to learn them quickly.
• Computer fluency in Windows, Excel, and other Microsoft products.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record meeting company requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead Mechanical Sprinkler delivery activities from order entry through installation and technical support.
• Partner with sales to review customer requirements, contractual obligations, and the best Johnson Controls solution.
• Oversee project engineering, project management, CAD operations, submittals, installation schematics, and equipment delivery.
• Manage contract review, technical support, outside purchasing, scheduling, labor planning, and business approvals.
• Coordinate installation planning, material purchasing, subcontractor management, and technical installation support.
• Work with the service team to support seamless project turnover and customer handoff.
• Drive productivity improvements through performance measures, coaching, and support for sales growth.
• Manage personnel actions, goal setting, performance reviews, training, and development for subordinate employees.
• Support safe work practices, code compliance, and timely corrective actions.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Negotiation

Budgeting & forecasting

Contract terms understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering

NICET Level II Certification

Tools

CAD software

Windows

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking a Sprinkler Operations Manager to lead the Mechanical Sprinkler delivery across the district.

You will balance customer satisfaction, efficiency, and financial performance while guiding engineering, management, CAD, and installation teams. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in business or engineering, 7+ years in district operations, and experience in the sprinkler industry.