Project Engineer

Project Engineer – Fire Suppression

Location: Northwest / Field based role

Join a team that protects what matters most, partnering with Project Engineers across the UK. Tyco Fire & Integrated Solutions, part of Johnson Controls, is continuing to grow rapidly — and we’re looking for a skilled Project Engineer to strengthen our high‑performing Fire Suppression team. If you’re driven, organised, and ready to lead installation excellence across the region, this is an opportunity to build a career with real impact.

• Competitive salary, company car and bonus
• Hybrid working – site / office / WFH
• 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays and sick pay
• Comprehensive benefits package including 7% matched pension, life assurance, employee assistance program, employee referral scheme, employee discounts including high street brands, cycle to work scheme, and discount on Johnson Controls security products
• Extensive product and on‑the‑job/cross‑training opportunities with outstanding resources available
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Career development through various career ladders including Customer Service

As a Project Engineer, you’ll provide first‑line leadership to a team of subcontractors, ensuring high‑quality delivery across fire suppression installation projects. Reporting to the Head of Regional Install UK / Contracts Manager UK, you’ll help drive performance, support strategic growth, and maintain strong customer relationships.

• Leading installation delivery, quality, and Health & Safety standards
• Managing your own financial work bank and supporting cost optimisation
• Coordinating subcontractors on site
• Monitoring defects, scope deviations, and documentation accuracy
• Planning manpower and equipment to meet project timelines and budgets
• Conducting regular safety and quality audits
• Supporting team development through performance assessments and annual appraisals
• Managing workload to maximise productivity and forecast accuracy
• Preparing reports and programmes for senior management
• Liaising with Credit Control to minimise disputes and support timely invoicing

• Experience working within an installation environment
• Proven experience supervising or managing engineering teams
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to build, motivate, and develop high‑performing teams
• A full UK driving licence
• Experience with Mechanical Fire Suppression systems
• Ideally 3+ years in the Fire/Sprinkler industry
• Good PC literacy, including Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of LPCB BS12845 and/or NFPA standards (preferred)

At Johnson Controls, we’re shaping a safer, smarter, more sustainable world. Our global team delivers innovative, integrated solutions that make buildings more intelligent, cities more connected, and environments more efficient. We’re driven by bold ideas, collaboration, and a commitment to improving how people live, work, and thrive.

Join a team dedicated to protecting what matters most and help deliver the future of fire suppression. Your tomorrow starts here.