Associate Project Manager - Fire

Johnson Controls • Madison, WI

2d • $70,200 - $105,400

About The Position

As a Fire Project Specialist at Johnson Controls, you will act as the on-site project leader for assigned customers and projects. You will manage project delivery activities, coordinate communication across stakeholders, and ensure work complies with contract requirements, applicable codes, and Johnson Controls standards. The role includes coordinating installation and closeout, managing project financial results and scope changes, supporting procurement and subcontractor processes, and preparing accurate project documentation. You will communicate project status and risks, support commissioning and warranty handoff activities, and build long-term relationships with customers, contractors, consultants, and subcontractors.

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 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 NFPA fire code requirements 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 assess the impact of scope changes, field directives, and scheduling revisions.
• Coordinate communication with customer representatives across Quality Assurance, Engineering, Validation, and related departments.
• Support 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 relationships with contractors, clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Ensure work is performed safely and complies with local, Provincial, and Federal legal requirements.
• Keep execution aligned with the contract, budget, and customer expectations; understand site conditions and remove barriers.
• Identify risks early, address scope changes, and collaborate with subcontractors, technicians, designers, and customer representatives.
• Use Johnson Controls standard tools and processes and interpret applicable regulatory requirements.
• Track delegated tasks to ensure accurate completion on time, within budget, and within scope.
• Support warranty execution and handoff activities with complete documentation and 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 on day one.
• Extensive product, on-the-job, and cross-training opportunities.
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment.
• Competitive bonus plan based on individual, group, and corporate performance.

What This Job Offers

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