Field Project Manager, Fire

Johnson Controls
Greenville, NC

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team

As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet.  Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!

What we offer

  • Competitive salary and Bonus

  • Paid vacation/holidays/sick time - 15 days of vacation first year

  • Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one

  • Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities

  • With outstanding resources encouraging and collaborative team environment Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

  • Company vehicle​

  • Check us out: A Day in a Life at Johnson Controls

What you will do

As a Field Project Manager, for our Fire division, you will lead complex fire alarm, security, and communications installation projects in commercial, educational, healthcare, industrial, and military facilities. Responsible for setup of local project offices, project scope definition, risk identification, project methodology, resource allocation, and facilitation. Manages schedule, cost, safety, quality, and customer expectations/satisfaction. Presents to management and/or customers on project updates, project cycle, and expected results. Ensures projects are closed on time and in scope.

How you will do it

Coordinates and communicates project progression from inception to completion including design, permits, material delivery, labor schedules, and field installation.

Develops a comprehensive project plan to meet schedules and budgets. Conducts Work in Progress meetings.

Understands and follows all published codes, standards, and unique project specifications.

Ensures AHJ requirements and departmental/SOX procedures are followed.

Coordinates change orders and works toward overall margin improvement on every job.

What we look for

Required

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

  • Certificate or diploma in a related field (Fire & Life Safety, Electrical/Electronic; Security). Certification in Fire Alarm Systems preferred.

  • 5 years’ installation experience in Fire, Electrical, or Security systems.

  • Expectation that Project Management Professional certification will be obtained within two years of employment in the position.

  • NICET Level II must be obtained within one year of employment.

  • Proficient in MS Office applications (Excel, Project). Ability to create Excel spreadsheets, reference data in other spreadsheets, and create macros is required.

  • Available for frequent local travel.

HIRING SALARY RANGE : $85,200-105,000 (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. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at .

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Posted 2026-02-03

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