Johnson Controls

Project Engineer

Manchester-Manchester-United Kingdom Full time

Project Engineer – Fire Suppression

Location: Northwest / Field based role

Join a team that protects what matters most, partnering with Project Engineers across the UK.

Tyco Fire & Integrated Solutions, part of Johnson Controls, is continuing to grow rapidly — and we’re looking for a skilled Project Engineer to strengthen our high‑performing Fire Suppression team. If you’re driven, organised, and ready to lead installation excellence across the region, this is an opportunity to build a career with real impact.

What We Can Offer

  • Competitive salary, company car and bonus
  • Hybrid working – site / office / WFH
  • 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays and sick pay
  • Comprehensive benefits package including 7% matched pension, life assurance, employee assistance program, employee referral scheme, employee discounts including high street brands, cycle to work scheme, and discount on Johnson Controls security products
  • Extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities with outstanding resources available
  • Encouraging and collaborative team environment
  • Career development through various career ladders including Customer Service

What You’ll Do

As a Project Engineer, you’ll provide first‑line leadership to a team of subcontractors, ensuring high‑quality delivery across fire suppression installation projects. Reporting to the Head of Regional Install UK / Contracts Manager UK, you’ll help drive performance, support strategic growth, and maintain strong customer relationships.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Leading installation delivery, quality, and Health & Safety standards
  • Managing your own financial work bank and supporting cost optimisation
  • Coordinating subcontractors on site
  • Monitoring defects, scope deviations, and documentation accuracy
  • Planning manpower and equipment to meet project timelines and budgets
  • Conducting regular safety and quality audits
  • Supporting team development through performance assessments and annual appraisals
  • Managing workload to maximise productivity and forecast accuracy
  • Preparing reports and programmes for senior management
  • Liaising with Credit Control to minimise disputes and support timely invoicing

What We’re Looking For

You’ll be a great fit if you bring:

  • Experience working within an installation environment
  • Proven experience supervising or managing engineering teams
  • Strong organisational and communication skills
  • Ability to build, motivate, and develop high‑performing teams
  • A full UK driving licence
  • Experience with Mechanical Fire Suppression systems
  • Ideally 3+ years in the Fire/Sprinkler industry
  • Good PC literacy, including Microsoft Office
  • Knowledge of LPCB BS12845 and/or NFPA standards (preferred)

Who We Are

At Johnson Controls, we’re shaping a safer, smarter, more sustainable world. Our global team delivers innovative, integrated solutions that make buildings more intelligent, cities more connected, and environments more efficient. We’re driven by bold ideas, collaboration, and a commitment to improving how people live, work, and thrive.

Ready to take the next step?

Join a team dedicated to protecting what matters most and help deliver the future of fire suppression. Your tomorrow starts here.

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