Early Career Project Manager - Code Consulting

Code Red Consultants; Southborough (MA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary quarterly bonus

Profit-sharing

Retirement benefits

Health, dental, vision, life, and disa

Paid parental leave

Hybrid work flexibility

Professional development

Learning and growth culture

Job summary

Code Red Consultants is seeking a Project Manager to lead code consulting projects and manage client relationships across diverse building sectors nationwide. The role emphasizes delivering technical deliverables, coordinating budgets and schedules, and collaborating with project directors, engineers, and AHJs.

The position is hybrid across multiple offices with travel to client sites as needed. You will mentor staff and contribute to continuous learning and career growth within a respected fire

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of code consulting, fire and life safety, and project management.
• Knowledge of fire and life safety codes, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Experience coordinating project tasks, schedules, deliverables, and client communications.
• Ability to prepare clear, accurate technical deliverables for AHJs, designers, contractors, and owners.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel to client and project sites across the country.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned code consulting projects and own performance, client service, schedule, budget, and quality with senior support.
• Create and manage project plans, milestones, budgets, forecasts, and documentation in PM systems such as Unanet.
• Prepare clear technical deliverables for AHJs and project teams with minimal oversight.
• Communicate technical interpretations and compliance approaches clearly in meetings and in writing.
• Delegate technical tasks and coordinate staffing with project leaders to align budgets and schedules.
• Lead project meetings and act as primary client contact on select projects.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering

Fire Protection Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Unanet

Job description

If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please contact Karen Lacroix, Human Resource Director at [e-mail], 508-205-4135.

Description

Build relationships. Solve technical challenges. Grow as a consultant and project leader. As Code Red Consultants continues to grow across the country, we're looking for a Project Manager who enjoys building client relationships, solving technical challenges, and taking ownership of project delivery. This is an opportunity to join a nationally recognized fire protection and life safety consulting firm where you'll develop your technical expertise, strengthen your project leadership skills, and contribute to meaningful projects that shape safer buildings and communities. Our project portfolio spans a wide range of markets, including academic, healthcare, residential, science and technology, transportation, and commercial developments throughout the United States.

Description

Build relationships. Solve technical challenges. Grow as a consultant and project leader. As Code Red Consultants continues to grow across the country, we're looking for a Project Manager who enjoys building client relationships, solving technical challenges, and taking ownership of project delivery. This is an opportunity to join a nationally recognized fire protection and life safety consulting firm where you'll develop your technical expertise, strengthen your project leadership skills, and contribute to meaningful projects that shape safer buildings and communities. Our project portfolio spans a wide range of markets, including academic, healthcare, residential, science and technology, transportation, and commercial developments throughout the United States.

At Code Red, we are committed to enhancing public safety while providing clients with innovative, intelligent, and practical code compliance solutions. Our collaborative, team-based model allows staff to develop deep technical expertise in specific services and building types while working alongside some of the industry's most respected fire protection and life safety professionals. We foster a culture built on collaboration, accountability, mentorship, and continuous learning, creating meaningful opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.

In this role, you will manage assigned code consulting projects, prepare customized technical deliverables, and serve as day-to-day client contact on select engagements. You'll combine technical expertise, project coordination, and client communication skills to support successful project outcomes. While you'll take ownership of assigned projects and client relationships, you'll do so as part of a collaborative project delivery team that includes project directors and technical specialists.

The ideal candidate will bring experience in code consulting, project coordination, and client service, along with a desire to continue developing technical and project leadership skills. Whether your goal is to deepen your technical expertise, strengthen your project management capabilities, or prepare for future leadership opportunities, you'll find opportunities for continuous learning, mentorship, and career growth at Code Red.

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This hybrid role can be based in our Boston, New York, Bethesda, MD, or Los Angeles office and requires travel to client and project sites as needed.

You’ll Have The Opportunity To

• Lead meaningful code consulting projects across a variety of building types and markets.
• Build relationships with architects, developers, owners, and project stakeholders.
• Solve complex code and life safety challenges alongside experienced consultants.
• Strengthen your project management, technical consulting, and client advisory skills.
• Learn from project managers, project directors, team leads, and technical specialists.

In Addition, You Will

• Manage assigned code consulting projects and take accountability for project performance, client service, schedule, budget, and quality, with senior-level support appropriate to project complexity.
• Create, update, and manage project plans, phases, milestones, budgets, task and financial forecasts, and project documentation using established project management systems, including Unanet.
• Prepare clear, concise, and customized technical deliverables for audiences such as authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), designers, contractors, and owners, with minimal oversight in established areas of focus.
• Communicate technical interpretations and alternative compliance approaches clearly in writing and during client and project team meetings.
• Apply an understanding of the design and building process to identify challenges, recommend next steps, and help clients manage project and compliance risk.
• Delegate technical production tasks to supporting staff and coordinate with project directors, team leads, project managers, and service managers to align staffing, budgets, schedules, and project information.
• Prepare delegated work on schedule and with strong quality and efficiency and review technical deliverables prepared by others.
• Lead project meetings and day-to-day project communications; serve as the primary client contact on select projects and keep project directors informed of performance, client communications, and satisfaction.
• Manage project administration, including prospect, opportunity, and project setup; budget and phase management; bill and invoice review; accounts receivable follow-up; contract review; certificate of insurance review; and document management.
• Communicate resource needs, workload constraints, and project challenges to team leadership and contribute to staffing and project go/no-go discussions.
• Provide project-based guidance and mentoring to supporting staff, including opportunities to develop technical, site visits, proposals, and client communication skills.
• Build productive client relationships and collaborate with team leads and project managers to provide responsive communication, high-quality technical work, and a consistent Code Red client experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field from an accredited college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience. A degree in Fire Protection Engineering is preferred.
• 3+ years of progressive experience in code consulting and fire and life safety engineering, and project management.
• Knowledge of relevant fire and life safety codes, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Experience coordinating project tasks, schedules, deliverables, and client communications; exposure to project budgets or financial tracking is preferred.
• Ability to prepare clear, accurate technical deliverables and communicate technical information effectively to colleagues, clients, project teams, and AHJs.
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills, with the ability to work effectively in deadline-driven situations and adapt to changing project needs.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate with internal and external project stakeholders.
• Self-motivated and team-oriented
• Ability to travel to client and project sites across the country as business needs require.

Work Environment And Schedule

This is a hybrid role that combines office, remote, and client/project site work. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, with flexibility based on project and client needs. Occasional early morning, evening, or weekend work may be required to support project deadlines or client engagements.

Benefits And Compensation

We believe great work deserves great support. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer:

• Discretionary quarterly bonus opportunities
• Profit-sharing program
• Retirement benefits
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Hybrid work flexibility
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• A collaborative, people-first culture focused on learning, mentorship, and growth

Estimated Base Salary Range: $95,000-120,000, plus eligibility for quarterly bonuses (based on the individual and company performance). This compensation range and general benefits overview reflect Code Red Consultants' good faith estimate for this position. This range considers various factors involved in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the successful applicant's skills, experience, education licensure and internal equity,

Join a team where your expertise is valued, your career can thrive, and your work helps create safer spaces for people across the country.

Code Red Consultants is an equal opportunity employer - Disability, Veterans

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