Data Center Fire Alarm Project Lead

IES Mission Critical; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Insurance (medical-dental-vision)

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical, is seeking a full-time Fire Alarm Project Manager for data center projects in Chester, Virginia. You will oversee all fire alarm scope from planning to turnover across mission-critical sites, ensuring compliance with NFPA standards, code references, and project schedules.

Travel to sites and field work are required. You will coordinate with internal teams, subcontractors, and AHJs, manage submittals, procurement, installation, testing, and final

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 Level II certification or higher preferred and OSHA 30 preferred.

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 Project Management

Low-Voltage Systems

Communication

Leadership

Travel to sites

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

NFPA Standards

Reading Schematics

AHJ Coordination

Education

NICET Level II or higher

OSHA 30

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Job description

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical, is seeking a full-time Fire Alarm Project Manager for data center projects in Chester, Virginia. You will oversee all fire alarm scope from planning to turnover across mission-critical sites, ensuring compliance with NFPA standards, code references, and project schedules.

Travel to sites and field work are required. You will coordinate with internal teams, subcontractors, and AHJs, manage submittals, procurement, installation, testing, and final