Fire Project Manager

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What we offer

• Competitive pay

• Paid vacation

• Comprehensive benefits package including , medical, dental, and vision care – Available day one

• Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities With outstanding internal resources

• Encouraging and collaborative team environment

• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

• Company vehicle

• JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)

• Check us Out: A Day in the Life of the Building of the Future 

What you will do 

Under general direction, responsible for the profitable execution of assigned Fire systems projects. Ensures that assigned projects are designed accurately, on-time, billed, within budget and within scope of the contract. Review project estimates to ensure panel builds are correct and suitable for the project requirements. Maintains positive cash flow. Ensures work performed is in compliance with provincial, 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

• Acts as the primary on-site leader for execution teams on assigned projects.
• Develops design package, project schedules and executes according to plan for assigned projects.
• Evaluates the contractual scope of work and the impact of client issued bulletins, field directives and / or scheduling changes.
• Evaluates the project build to ensure scope of work and specifications will be complied with.
• Performs associated cost estimates, prepares proposals and negotiates final settlement price and customer acceptance.
• Manages costs, billings and collections.
• Completes project billings in a timely and accurate format to the client.
• Maintains profitability goals and positive cash flow through solid understanding of monthly financial tasks that include: forecasting, revenue recognition, invoicing and AR.
• Reviews and interprets contract Terms and Conditions.
• 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.
• Negotiates, prepares and issues subcontracts.
• Ensures project document controls are in compliance 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 Manager and / or cross functional teams 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.

What we look for

Required:

• Post-secondary education in a related field and 3-5 yrs of project management experience in the building construction industry.
• Ability to travel in GTA.
• Valid Driver's license.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Construction Management, or diploma with equivalent work-related experience. 
• Demonstrates technical competency for Fire and /or Security Systems to include evaluation of contractual scope, specification interruption, basic design, installation standards, and commissioning understanding.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have the ability to communicate technical material to a non-technical audience.
• Proficient in Project Management software and financial accounting systems.
• PC literate with capabilities in MS Office (excel, word, PowerPoint), and MS Project. 

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $37- $48 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) 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 https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

Johnson Controls’ Canadian subsidiaries are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants, candidates and employees with disabilities, in accordance with applicable human rights legislation, and in Ontario, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (“AODA”). When requested, accommodation will be provided throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. To request accommodation, please contact us. Any information you provide related to accommodation measures will be treated as confidential. A copy of Johnson Controls’ applicable AODA policies are available on our website at www.johnsoncontrols.com for your reference, and can be made available in accessible formats upon request.