Data Center Fire Alarm Project Lead

Technibus, Inc.; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Medical-dental-vision insurance

Short-term/Long-term disability

Basic life/AD&D insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical, seeks a full-time Fire Alarm Project Manager for Data Center in Chester, Virginia.

Responsible for overseeing all aspects of the fire alarm scope across multiple mission-critical projects, including planning, submittals, procurement, installation, testing, and turnover. Travel to sites is required; ensure NFPA compliance, scheduling, and safety standards as primary liaison for execution.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience fire alarm project management on mission critical electrical projects.
• Strong knowledge of low-voltage systems including Fire Alarm, DAS, Access Control, and Building Management Systems.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, electrical schematics, and code references including NFPA 70, NFPA 72, and NFPA 101.
• Experience coordinating with local inspectors and Authorities having jurisdiction.
• Proficient in construction documentation and scheduling tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, or equivalent.
• NICET II certification or higher preferred; OSHA 30 preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong leadership.
• Willingness to travel as required; pass pre-employment background and MVR checks.

Responsibilities

• Planning, execution, and management of fire alarm system installations for mission critical projects across the U.S.
• Coordinates with internal teams, subcontractors, vendors, and authorities to ensure compliance with design specifications, code requirements, and schedule expectations
• Manages the fire alarm scope from preconstruction through final commissioning
• Interfaces regularly with the Project Management Team to track progress, resolve issues, and maintain alignment with project goals
• Ensures all work is performed in accordance with NFPA standards, local AHJ requirements, and IES Safety policies
• Position requires travel to project sites and extended time working in the field

Skills

Fire Alarm PM

Low-voltage systems

Read electrical schematics

NFPA knowledge

Coordination with inspectors/AHJ

Leadership

Excellent communication

Willingness to travel

NICET II certification

OSHA 30 certification

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Job description

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical, seeks a full-time Fire Alarm Project Manager for Data Center in Chester, Virginia.

Responsible for overseeing all aspects of the fire alarm scope across multiple mission-critical projects, including planning, submittals, procurement, installation, testing, and turnover. Travel to sites is required; ensure NFPA compliance, scheduling, and safety standards as primary liaison for execution.