Project Manager - Fire (Marine & Navy)

About the role

Johnson Controls is hiring a Project Manager for its Global Marine & Navy Fire Team, based in Manchester. The role manages fixed fire protection projects on military vessels for the Navy worldwide. Applicants must already have the unrestricted legal right to live and work in the UK, as sponsorship or visa support is not available.

Key responsibilities

• Interpret clients' technical specifications and commercial documentation and organise deliverable packages.
• Consult with the design manager on resourcing and obtain supplier quotes and procure equipment.
• Organise goods for shipment and generate all relevant shipping documentation.
• Manage the contract/project plan in MS Project and act as the main point of contact for the customer.
• Prepare progress and financial reports, revenue/billing forecasts, cost-to-complete sheets and attend monthly internal contract reviews.
• Keep projects on time, within budget and to the client's satisfaction.
• Some travel in the UK, with overseas travel possible from time to time.

Required profile

• Essential experience in project management and excellent communication skills.
• Experience interpreting clients' technical specifications.
• Preferred: HNC/HND in Engineering, marine industry experience, MoD contract experience, and experience in fire protection/detection or HVAC/chilled water plant.
• SC UK MOD security clearance required, screening provided by the employer.

Required skills

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.
• MS Project for contract/project planning.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and bonus incentive.
• 25 days paid holiday plus bank and sick pay.
• Pension with 7% match, free life assurance, private medical and employee assistance programme.
• Employee referral scheme, discounts and the Cycle 2 work scheme.
• Career development through career ladders and access to business resource groups and training.