Fire Project Manager

Job Description

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.

• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation
• Comprehensive benefits package including , medical, dental, and vision care – Available day one
• Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities With outstanding internal resources
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
• Company vehicle
• JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)
• Check us Out: A Day in the Life of the Building of the Future

Under general direction, responsible for the profitable execution of assigned Fire systems projects. Ensures that assigned projects are designed accurately, on‑time, billed, within budget and within scope of the contract. Review project estimates to ensure panel builds are correct and suitable for the project requirements. Maintains positive cash flow. Ensures work performed is in compliance with provincial, local and Federal legal requirements and operates on the job with the highest of ethics.

Adheres and ensures Johnson Controls staff and subcontractors adhere to all safety standards. Responsible for following consistent and repeatable project management procedures and processes. Maintains an effective balance between customer satisfaction and project financial results.

• Acts as the primary on‑site leader for execution teams on assigned projects.
• Develops design package, project schedules and executes according to plan for assigned projects.
• Evaluates the contractual scope of work and the impact of client issued bulletins, field directives and / or scheduling changes.
• Evaluates the project build to ensure scope of work and specifications will be complied with.
• Performs associated cost estimates, prepares proposals and negotiates final settlement price and customer acceptance.
• Manages costs, billings and collections.
• Completes project billings in a timely and accurate format to the client.
• Maintains profitability goals and positive cash flow through solid understanding of monthly financial tasks that include: forecasting, revenue recognition, invoicing and AR.
• Reviews and interprets contract Terms and Conditions.
• Analyzes financial reporting systems and project schedules to proactively address potential problems.
• Effectively communicates project progress, issues and financial status to management as required.
• Manages risks and establishes project recovery plans when required. Resolves disputes with minimal need for escalation.
• Negotiates, prepares and issues subcontracts.
• Ensures project document controls are in compliance with contract requirements and JCI standards.
• Oversees project construction for compliance with specifications, local codes and installation techniques.
• Manages the selection, ordering, and delivery schedule of materials to be procured for the projects assigned.
• Develops and maintains viable long‑term relationships with customers, consultants, prime contractors and subcontractors.
• Attends job progress meetings as required.
• Ensures subcontractors understand expectations of the project.
• Coordinates with the Installation Manager and / or cross functional teams for allocation of resources needed to meet project objectives.
• Ensures any engineering and commissioning performed by the field team is in accordance with established standards.
• Facilitates escalation of product related problems.

• Post‑secondary education in a related field and 3‑5 yrs of project management experience in the building construction industry.
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