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Fire Field Project Manager

4 days ago Jackson, MS

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As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places, and the planet. Join our winning team and pave the way for a bright future. With our extensive reach across various industries worldwide, our teams are uniquely positioned to support and empower you. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.

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What we offer 

  • Competitive pay

  • Paid vacation/holidays/sick time 10 days of vacation first year! 

  • Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care Available day one! 

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

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Encouraging and collaborative team environment 

  • Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy 

  • Company vehicle, tools, and equipment provided to complete all jobs. 

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

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  • What you will do

    As a Field Project Manager, for our Fire division, you will lead complex fire alarm, security, and communications installation projects in commercial, educational, healthcare, industrial, and military facilities. Responsible for setup of local project offices, project scope definition, risk identification, project methodology, resource allocation, and facilitation. Manages schedule, cost, safety, quality, and customer expectations/satisfaction. Presents to management and/or customers on project updates, project cycle, and expected results. Ensures projects are closed on time and in scope.

    How you will do it

    • Oversees and communicates project progression from inception to completion including design, permits, material delivery, labor schedules, and field installation.

    • Develops a comprehensive project plan to meet schedules and budgets. Conducts Work in Progress meetings.

    • Understands and follows all published codes, standards, and unique project specifications.

    • Ensures AHJ requirements and departmental/SOX procedures are followed.

    • Coordinates change orders and works toward overall margin improvement on every job.

    What we look for

    Required

    • High school diploma or equivalent.

    • Certificate or diploma in a related field (Fire & Life Safety, Electrical/Electronic; Security). Certification in Fire Alarm Systems preferred.

    • 5 years’ installation experience in Fire, Electrical, or Security systems.

    • Expectation that Project Management Professional certification will be obtained within two years of employment in the position.

    • NICET Level II must be obtained within one year of employment.

    • Proficient in MS Office applications (Excel, Project). Ability to create Excel spreadsheets, reference data in other spreadsheets, and create macros is required.

    • Available for frequent local travel.

    Client-provided location(s): Jackson, MS
    Job ID: 22413_WD30248243
    Employment Type: FULL_TIME
    Posted: 2025-08-17T00:00:00

    Perks and Benefits

    • Health and Wellness

      • Parental Benefits

        • Work Flexibility

          • Office Life and Perks

            • Vacation and Time Off

              • Financial and Retirement

                • Professional Development

                  • Diversity and Inclusion