Johnson Controls
Small Works and Projects Manager
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About Us
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Bonus incentive
- Private medical
- Company Car
- 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays, plus paid sick leave
- 7% matched pension contributions, free life assurance, and employee assistance programme
- Discounts on high-street brands and Johnson Controls security products
- Extensive training and cross-skilling opportunities with world-class resources
- Supportive, collaborative team culture with access to business resource groups
- Long-term career development and progression opportunities
Due to the nature of this position, we are only able to consider applicants who currently have the unrestricted legal right to live and work in the UK. We are unable to provide sponsorship or assist with visa applications for this role.
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What You Will Do
As Senior Project Manager, reporting to the Business Lead you will become a key part of the Fire Suppression business unit.
- Play a key role in developing and scaling a new, high-growth channel for the Johnson Controls Fire Suppression brand.
- Lead with a customer-first mindset, combining strong leadership with commercial acumen while holding full commercial and operational responsibility for multiple projects.
- Take a strategic role in shaping the growth and future direction of the channel.
- Support the Sales team to deliver growth strategy and secure priority “must-win” contracts.
- Work closely with technical experts to ensure operational excellence and high-quality delivery.
- Build and lead a team of Project Managers as the business continues to expand.
How You Will Do It
- Based in the Manchester office with regular travel to sites across the UK.
- Partner with the Head of Projects and operational leaders to review and improve departmental objectives.
- Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships to ensure high standards of delivery and management excellence.
- Lead the recruitment, management, and development of Project Managers.
- Plan, schedule, and manage work in hand to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to agreed quality standards.
- Monitor and analyze departmental performance to ensure productivity and performance targets are met.
- Implement project execution procedures and ensure timely communication and adherence to best practice.
- Identify, record, and escalate defects or specification deviations to the Head of Projects.
- Support continuous development of direct reports through strong leadership and performance management.
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What we look for
- Proven experience in a senior project management role within a technical or construction environment.
- Experience in the fire sprinkler industry.
- LPCB Basic Qualification and FHC as a minimum requirement.
- Experience delivering large, multi-trade projects with Tier 1 and Tier 2 contractors.
- Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, industry codes, and standards.
- Valid Driving License.
- Current SMSTS, CSCS, and other relevant industry certifications.
Suitable for an experienced Project Manager ready to take the next step into a senior role.
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