Sr Program Specialist -FAA Fire Alarm Project Manager -Remote

Honeywell INC.; Costa Mesa (CA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Honeywell is seeking a Sr. Construction Manager- Fire Alarm Project Manager to oversee multi-year, multisite national programs.

You will lead teams, manage budgets, ensure schedules, design, testing, and turnover to service with quality and speed, meeting contractual requirements. Responsibilities include cross-functional leadership, subcontractor coordination, risk management, and close collaboration with FAA Program Managers and customers to resolve challenges.

Qualifications

• 5+ years Architecture-Engineering and Design/Build programs.
• 5+ years of competitive construction industry experience managing programs or projects exceeding $4 million.
• 3+ years of Fire Alarm experience.
• Familiarity with NFPA 72, NFPA 101, and fire alarm systems.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to contractual and export control requirements.
• Ability to complete and pass an FAA background check.

Responsibilities

• Grow the business, manage change, and ensure all contractual obligations are met.
• Lead and influence cross-functional teams to ensure contractual deliverables are completed within established timelines.
• Coordinate, plan, schedule, and monitor project implementation, including budgets and schedules.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, scheduling, coordination, and performance to meet project requirements.
• Apply knowledge of contract documents, labor laws, and construction administration to minimize risk.
• Anticipate and negotiate changes to the scope of work.
• Monitor progress and implement corrective actions to maintain schedules and quality.
• Collaborate with FAA Sr. Program Manager, project managers, and customers to resolve challenges.
• Maintain professional communication with stakeholders, customers, subcontractors, and partners.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and per contractual commitments.
• Oversee testing, closeout, and turnover to service with consistent quality.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Contract management

Scheduling

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related engineering discipline

Tools

XLS140

XLS3000 Fire Detection

Xtralis VESDA accreditation

NICET Level III or higher

Job description

Job Description

As a Sr. Construction Manager- Fire Alarm Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of multi-year, multisite national programs, managing teams to ensure project schedules, design, execution, testing, closeout, and turnover to service are delivered with consistent quality and speed to satisfy contractual requirements. You will develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress and provide intervention and problem-solving support in partnership with the FAA Sr. Program Manager, project managers, and customers.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Grow the business, manage change, and ensure all contractual obligations are met.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a lean administrative environment, demonstrating initiative and accountability. Lead and influence cross-functional teams to ensure contractual deliverables are completed within established timelines.
• Coordinate, plan, schedule, and monitor project implementation, including project schedules, budgets, and financial performance.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, scheduling, coordination, and performance to ensure project requirements are met.
• Apply knowledge of construction dispute resolution processes, contract documents, labor laws, construction contracts, and construction administration to minimize project risk.
• Anticipate, identify, evaluate, and negotiate changes to the documented scope of work.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and implement corrective actions to maintain schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
• Partner with the FAA Sr. Program Manager, project managers, and customers to resolve project challenges and support successful program execution.
• Maintain professional, effective communication with internal stakeholders, customers, subcontractors, and other project partners.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with company policies, reporting requirements, and contractual commitments.
• Oversee project testing, closeout, and turnover to service to ensure consistent quality and successful completion.

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

• 5 or more years of experience in Architecture-Engineering and Design/Build programs.
• 5 or more years of competitive construction industry experience managing programs or projects exceeding $4 million.
• 3 or more years of Fire Alarm experience.
• Familiarity with NFPA 72, NFPA 101, and fire alarm systems.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to contractual and export control requirements.
• Ability to complete and pass an FAA background check.

WE VALUE

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related engineering discipline.
• Project Management Institute (PMI) certification.
• Certification or experience with XLS140 and XLS3000 Fire Detection, Suppression, and Mass Notification Control Systems.
• Xtralis VESDA accreditation.
• NICET Level III or higher certification.
• Experience managing complex, multisite construction programs and coordinating cross-functional teams.
• Strong project planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, stakeholder management, and subcontractor oversight skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, adapt to changing project requirements, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.

Candidates must be able to complete and pass an FAA background check.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and the opportunity to develop solutions alongside dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match; Flexible Spending Accounts; Health Savings Accounts; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); Educational Assistance; Parental Leave; Paid Time Off for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave; and 12 paid holidays. Learn more about Honeywell benefits

ABOUT HONEYWELL TECHNOLOGIES

Honeywell Technologies is a global, pure-play automation company with a legacy of innovation focused on solving the world's most mission-critical challenges and enhancing the quality of life for people and communities around the world. We serve the building, industrial, and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services, solutions, and products, underpinned by our Honeywell Technologies Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Technologies Forge intelligence layer. By combining the deep domain expertise of more than 50,000 employees with decades of data from our global installed base, we are uniquely positioned to lead the industrial sector's transition from automation to autonomy. Learn more about Honeywell

The application period for this position is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date. However, the period may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Posted: November 5, 2026

Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants for employment with Honeywell will be considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy) disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status

About Us

Honeywell Technologies is a global, pure-play automation company with a legacy of innovating to help solve the world's most mission-critical challenges, enhancing the quality of life for people and communities around the world. We serve the building, industrial and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services, solutions and products, underpinned by our Honeywell Technologies Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Technologies Forge intelligence layer. By combining the deep domain expertise of our more than 50,000 employees with decades of data from our global installed base, we are uniquely positioned to lead the industrial sector's transition from automation to autonomy.