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Fire Project Manager 1
New York

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United States of America
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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
JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)

What you will do

Under general direction from Installation/Operations Manager and/or Project Manager, responsible for the profitable execution of assigned small dollar Fire Systems Install Projects with business customers. Works with Operations Leadership and other teams as needed to provide support activities early in the project development process to provide input on strategy, vendor / partner’s selection, scope enhancements, value engineering, risk assessment etc. as needed.

Provides work direction to project execution teams that may include Engineers, Designers, Technicians, Project Coordinators, Estimators and Subcontractors to ensure that the assigned projects are done accurately, on time, billed, within budget, and within scope of the contract. Responsible for maintaining a positive cash flow and actively pursuing selling change orders.Ensures work performed complies with state, 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.

How you will do it

Ensures that Johnson Controls resources and our subcontractor/vendor resources are adhering to the site / JCI safety policies, whichever is more stringent. Manages the scope, costs, resources, and risks on assigned projects to deliver the projects on time and within budget. Evaluates the contractual scope of work and the impact of client issued instructions/notices, field directives and/or project schedule changes. Actively pursues change orders for said changes and additional opportunities. Performs associated cost estimates, prepares proposals, and customer acceptance. Manages project related accounts payable, billing, and collections. Completes project billing with the assistance of the project coordinator in a timely and accurate format to the client to maintain positive cash flow. Reviews and interprets contract Terms and Conditions to ensure work is completed to customer satisfaction and JCI standards. 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. Assist with preparation of RFPs, RFIs and subcontracts.

Ensures project document controls comply 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/Operations Manager and/or Construction Manager 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. Assists Installation/Operations Manager in project development efforts. Provides feedback on performance of Engineers and Designers to Engineering and Design Team Leaders as well as Operations Management.

Assist in submitting designed drawings to corresponding Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for plan check approval. Manage plan check tracking format all times to track plan check progress and secure permits immediately after plan check is approved. Coordinate with project managers to update them on any issues related to plan check submittals in a timely manner.

What we look for:

Knowledge of Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or Architecture is preferred. Minimum of five years of direct field experience in the Building Construction Industry is required.

Must have the ability to verbally and non-verbally communicate technical material to both a technical and non-technical audience. Travel maybe required based on project assignment and needs. Must be proficient in Project Management software and financial accounting systems. Experience working with MS Project, MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Adobe Writer, Visio and basic Windows environment.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $85,000-$1117,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location 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. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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