Associate Project Manager

Johnson Controls • Milwaukee, WI

1d • $70,200 - $105,400

About The Position

As a Fire Project Specialist, you will act as the on-site project leader for assigned customers and projects. You will manage project delivery activities, support communication across all stakeholders, and ensure work is completed in compliance with contract requirements, applicable codes, and Johnson Controls standards. The role includes planning and coordinating installation, managing financial performance and scope changes, supporting procurement and subcontractor processes, coordinating jobsite execution, and maintaining project and commissioning documentation. You will communicate project status and risks, build customer and contractor relationships, and ensure safe, compliant project delivery.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least two years of experience in construction, low voltage, mechanical, electronics, or another related industry.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate technical material to a non-technical audience.
• Strong personal computer skills in MS Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and MS Project.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Writer, Visio, and the MS Windows environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail, customer focus, and follow-through.
• Commitment to safe work practices and adherence to project and site requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Mechanical Retrofits, HVAC controls, BAS Installation, Fire Installation, Security Systems Installation, or Master System Integration Installation.
• Two-year business or construction management degree, or applicable on-the-job experience.
• Ability to interpret and manage fire code requirements (NFPA) for Fire-related roles.
• Experience reviewing validation documents, commissioning records, or as-built documentation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and complete assigned projects, including installation coordination and project closeout.
• Manage project financial results, including costs, billings, collections, and gross margin performance.
• Pursue change orders and evaluate the impact of scope changes, field directives, and scheduling revisions.
• Coordinate communication with customer representatives across Quality Assurance, Engineering, Validation, and related departments.
• Support the selection, ordering, delivery scheduling, and procurement of project materials.
• Request and evaluate bids from vendors, suppliers, mechanical subcontractors, and electrical subcontractors.
• Oversee subcontractor payment and billing processes as required.
• Coordinate jobsite execution and ensure installation aligns with Johnson Controls literature and project requirements.
• Support controller loading, device verification, commissioning, troubleshooting, and system functional validation when required.
• Prepare and maintain as-built documentation, commissioning records, manuals, and warranty documentation.
• Review validation documents and project deliverables for technical accuracy and consistency before customer submission.
• Communicate project status, risks, and forecast updates to the Project Lead and management.
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with contractors, clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Ensure work is performed safely and complies with local, Provincial, and Federal legal requirements.
• Keep project execution aligned with the contract, budget, and customer expectations; identify risks and address scope changes.
• Track progress so delegated tasks are completed accurately, on time, within budget, and within scope.
• Support warranty execution and handoff activities with complete documentation and professional follow-through.
• Communicate technical and business updates clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time; 15 vacation days in the first year.
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), medical, dental, and vision care, available day one.
• Extensive product, on-the-job, and cross-training opportunities.
• Competitive bonus plan based on individual, group, and corporate performance.
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED