Life Safety Electronic Systems Sales Representative

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team
As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places, and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!
What we offer
Competitive base salary and commission program.
Three weeks paid vacation in a calendar year/holidays/sick time/three PTO days in a calendar year.
Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one.
Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities
Encouraging and collaborative team environment
Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
What You’ll Do
If you’re a seasoned seller who thrives on complex, high-value deals and influencing at the executive level, this is your arena.
As a Building Account Executive – New Construction, you’ll lead the charge in shaping the next generation of smart, connected buildings. You’ll sit at the intersection of technology, construction, and strategy—driving large-scale, multi-million-dollar projects from vision through execution.
In this role, you won’t just sell products—you’ll architect end-to-end building solutions, integrating HVAC, fire, security, controls, and Johnson Controls’ cutting-edge OpenBlue technology platform into some of the most dynamic construction projects in the market. Think healthcare campuses, airports, stadiums, and universities.
You’ll partner directly with building owners, developers, architects, and consultants—guiding them through complex decisions and positioning Johnson Controls as the trusted, single-source solutions partner.
Your impact:
Own and close large, sophisticated new construction deals across diverse vertical markets
Lead executive-level conversations to shape building technology strategies
Drive adoption of integrated, future-ready smart building solutions
Expand opportunities by bundling equipment, services, and long-term solutions
Become a strategic advisor to owners and their representatives throughout the construction lifecycle
How You’ll Do It
This is a true hunter–strategist role where you’ll blend technical expertise, commercial acumen, and deal leadership.
You will:
Lead complex, multi-stakeholder sales cycles, often spanning months or years
Influence design and specification decisions early in the construction process to position JCI as the preferred partner
Build and manage deep relationships with owners, architects, engineers, and contractors
Drive deals forward by securing progressive commitments and aligning stakeholders
Develop compelling value-driven proposals, bids, and financial justifications
Differentiate Johnson Controls by delivering holistic, integrated solutions competitors can’t match
Collaborate with internal engineering, solutions, and service teams to bring your vision to life
Own your pipeline, your strategy, and ultimately—your results
This is a role for someone who sees the big picture, anticipates complexities, and knows how to navigate and win in high-stakes environments.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a proven dealmaker—someone who knows how to win large, complex opportunities and influence at the highest levels.
Required:
Bachelor’s degree (Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture) or equivalent experience
5–7+ years of progressive, high-level field sales experience, including executive engagement
3+ years in the building technologies or construction ecosystem
Strong understanding of the construction lifecycle, delivery models (plan/spec, design-build), and key stakeholders
Demonstrated success leading and closing complex, multi-solution deals
Ability to assess customer needs and design turnkey, integrated solutions
Proven track record of influencing C-level and senior decision-makers
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills