Associate Project Manager, Fire Sprinkler Protection

Johnson Controls•Raleigh, NC

6d•$68,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Our employees are the most important part of our business. Thank you for your interest in exploring opportunities with our team. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Project Manager to support our Fire Sprinkler Project Management team. This role is ideal for an individual looking to develop their project management career within the fire protection industry while gaining hands on experience managing schedules, customer communications, financial tracking, and project execution. The Associate Project Manager will work closely with Project Managers, field teams, customers, and vendors to help ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate is highly organized, customer-focused, and eager to learn all aspects of project management within the fire protection industry.

Requirements

2-5 years of experience in the fire sprinkler industry.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and Teams.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Valid driver's license with the ability to travel to project sites as needed.
Ability to work collaboratively with customers, field personnel, and management teams.
Ability to travel.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of project management principles and practices.
Knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
Familiarity with NFPA standards, permitting processes, and AHJ requirements.
Experience with ERP, project management, or scheduling software.
NICET Certification (Level I or higher) preferred.

Responsibilities

Support Project Managers in the execution of multiple fire protection projects.
Assist with project planning, scheduling, procurement, and resource coordination.
Track project milestones, deliverables, and critical deadlines.
Coordinate project documentation, submittmits, RFIs, change orders, permits, and closeout packages.
Attend project meetings and distribute meeting notes and action items.
Serve as a point of contact for customers, field personnel, subcontractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
Provide timely follow-up on customer inquiries and project related issues.
Maintain accurate project records and status reports.
Support Project Managers with project updates and customer communications.
Assist with project cost tracking, job forecasting, billing preparation, and purchase order management.
Monitor project expenditures and help identify potential cost variances.
Support change order pricing, documentation, and approval processes.
Maintain accurate project financial records and reporting.
Coordinate labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor activities.
Monitor project schedules and assist in resolving scheduling conflicts.
Help ensure projects remain on schedule and aligned with customer expectations.
Support project closeout activities, including punch lists and final documentation.
Promote and support all company safety initiatives and policies.
Assist with job site inspections and quality assurance efforts.
Help ensure installations meet applicable codes, standards, contract requirements, and company quality expectations.
Support compliance with AHJ requirements and industry regulations.