Project Controls Manager jobs in Austin, TX

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What we offer 

• Competitive salary and Bonus  

• Paid vacation/holidays/sicktime - 15 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 resources Encouraging and collaborative team environment Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy 

• Check us out:  A Day in a Life at Johnson Controls https://youtu.be/pdZMNrDJviY 

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.