Retail Field Project Manager

Johnson Controls

. Lead project teams and ensure functions manage deliverables to meet project schedule, scope, and budget .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, including planning, execution, and delivery of installation projects while ensuring adherence to scope, budget, and quality standards. Possesses strong leadership and communication skills to effectively coordinate between teams and stakeholders.

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Project ManagementInstallation ExperiencePMP CertificationCCTV/Video SolutionsField Operations

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningBudget ManagementScope DefinitionInstallation Quality MonitoringChange ManagementRequirements GatheringDocumentation CreationAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsField Resource Management

Soft Skills

Leadership SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCultural AdaptabilityAssertiveness

Tools & Technologies

MS WindowsExcelSmartsheetPower BIAutoCADPDF Editor

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP Certification

Industry Keywords

IP VideoEAS ProductsCCTV SolutionsField ServiceInstallation Design

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead project teams and ensure functions manage deliverables to meet project schedule, scope, and budget
Represent the business unit in accountability and cadence meetings
Present the status of open projects to internal and external/customer leadership and stakeholders
Manage project planning, execution, and delivery
Define project scope, roles, tasks, milestones, budgets, and success measures
Develop project estimates and plans for end-to-end execution
Capture requirements and develop sign-off instructions and project closure documentation
Manage scope creep and change requests
Create and maintain project documentation
Facilitate day-to-day coordination while adhering to standards and expectations
Act as the link between IT teams, project resources, and key stakeholders
Ensure project closure, including lessons learned and required documentation
Lead contractors and Field Service Technicians for mid- to large-sized North American installation projects
Manage projects across multiple customers and monitor, control, and report installation quality
Advise and guide field teams based on extensive installation experience
Serve as Level 2 escalation point for field team questions and issues
Coordinate with District Managers and Installation Coordinators to ensure installations meet requirements and design guides
Review installation quality and report project progress and health
Manage contractor field work and ensure completion as planned
Contribute to project scope and installation designs
Review labor resources and field cost estimates and track/report team profitability
Prepare site-by-site installation schedules
Acquire field resources with Territory Managers
Work with the Project Technical Lead to ensure field teams have required knowledge and skills
Hold field teams accountable for quality performance and provide feedback
Provide installation instructions, requirements, and documentation to field teams and contractors
Collect and assemble installation progress/status information for the Enterprise Project Manager
Escalate unresolved questions and issues to the Project Technical Lead
Assist as needed to maintain efficient workflow

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s/associate degree in engineering or another related field or equivalent preferred
5-10 years of installation and/or field operations experience, preferably with IP Video and EAS products
Overall general company knowledge of products and services
Experience and understanding of CCTV/Video and EAS Solutions
Excellent leadership skills
Excellent analytical/problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills to varying audience groups and levels
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to be assertive when needed
Sensitivity to the other person’s point of view; ability to influence behavior or turn a situation around
Ability to work in a global environment; cultural adaptability; virtual and remote team management ability
Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision
Advanced computer/MS Windows skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Smartsheet, etc.
Proficient in Excel and Smartsheet preferred
Ability to travel 10–20%, especially during kickoff and closure/sign-off meetings
PMP Certification preferred
Knowledge of analytics and design tools such as Power BI, Smartsheet, AutoCAD, and PDF editor preferred
Field Service experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits package
Flexible work environment
Autonomy and flexibility
Remote work arrangement