Fire Alarm Project Manager

hillerexternal; Los Angeles, Orange (CA, CA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Health, dental & vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

The Hiller Companies, LLC is seeking a Fire Alarm Project Manager to lead multiple fire protection projects, driving them to stay on or under budget while coordinating teams, schedules, and client requests.

The role requires 3+ years of PM experience, strong budgeting and communication skills, and a NICET II or higher preferred. Candidates should be able to work with sales, field staff, and service teams to ensure successful project execution.

Qualifications

• 3+ years project management experience in construction or related field.
• Solid understanding of construction processes and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple fire protection construction projects to stay on or under budget.
• Coordinate meetings, manage change orders, and maintain project records.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and labor/material plans.
• Interface with owners, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure on-time closeout.

Skills

Project management

Budget control

Communication

Education

NICET II certification or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Estimating software

Scheduling software

Job description

The Hiller Companies, LLC has an immediate opening forFire Alarm Project Manager.

The Hiller Companies is a leading provider of fire protection and safety solutions, dedicated to safeguarding lives and property all around the world. Headquartered in Mobile, Alabama, Hiller extends its reach globally as well as in domestic markets with offices across the United States. With over 100 years in the industry, our mission is to ensure the highest standards of safety and innovation in comprehensive fire protection services, including installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of critical fire and life safety equipment. Our team remains laser-focused on one goal – making the world a safer place.

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of the Fire Alarm Project Manager is to bring in each project on or under budget by controlling costs as outlined below and forecasting revenue and costs for the life of the project. The PM will be responsible for coordinating, managing a portfolio and completing multiple concurrent construction projects of varying size. The PM is responsible for attending contractors’ project meetings, and maintaining accurate records of meetings, schedules, and client requests. Excellent communication skills through interaction with the sales staff to confirm labor estimates on new and retrofit projects. Responsible for managing change order process from inception to completion. Proactive approach to anticipate and identify problems early and implement cost effective solutions. Ability to work inter-departmentally with Sales, Superintendents, Foreman and Service staff. Assures compliance with project closeout requirements, AHJ approvals, building codes, customer training and closeout documentation.

Pay Range

$97,000-$148,000. The posted salary range reflects the anticipated hiring range for this position at the time of posting and is provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. Actual starting pay will be determined based on job-related factors, including the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, education, internal equity, geographic location (where applicable), and market considerations. Not all candidates will be hired at the top of the posted range. The posted range reflects base salary only and does not include any applicable bonuses, commissions, overtime, or the value of employee benefits. Eligible employees may participate in the Company's benefit programs, subject to the terms and eligibility requirements of each plan.

Key Responsibilities

• Duties include assisting proposal activities, attendance in pre-bid meetings, selection of subcontractors, maintain project documentation, manage materials purchases throughout lifecycle of project.
• Manage project, change orders, man-loading charts, weekly progress reports, material and equipment promise dates for deliveries, completion dates and other elements as required to control the project in accordance with approved budget.
• Manage rental equipment delivery and pick up schedules to minimize costs.
• Develop and maintain project schedule.
• Maintain a set of as-built and working drawings where applicable, consulting with local building codes, engineers and AHJ’s.
• Acts as primary interface for owner/customers.
• Conduct/Attend construction meetings, maintain safety program, scheduling and change order management and project close-out documentation.
• Perform other duties as business needs dictate and as required, including assisting with proposal activities, attendance in pre-bid meetings, or the selection of subcontractors.
• Coordinates and works with field management to manage resources in order to meet construction schedules and budgets.
• Attend weekly meetings with operations and finance to provide percentage of completion and cost-to-complete updates.

What We Are Looking For

• 3+ years project management experience, with industry specific capability
• Must have a sound and practical understanding of construction and project management and a working knowledge of planning, with the ability to schedule and monitor tasks.
• NICET II certification or higher preferred
• Must possess good organization and time management skills and be responsible for ensuring that all tasks, action items and QA items are followed through, completed and documented in a timely manner
• Strong budget and cost control management skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Must be able to work effectively as part of a team andindependently
• Experience in conflict/dispute resolution.
• Must be able to assess construction and service manpower requirements for the various contracts and construction phases
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and estimating & scheduling software
• Must be to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as working above ceiling spaces, crawl spaces, climbing a ladder, high lift equipment, etc.
• Must possess valid driver’s license and good driving record
• Must be able to obtain required clearances for jobs, including background check and drug screen

Hiller is a drug-free workplace, an equal opportunity employer and ADA compliant.

We are proud to operate according to our Core Values: Passion to Perform, Trust to Act, Act Responsibly, and Make it Fun.

Most employee benefits start from the first day of employment, including:

• Competitive compensation package, including pay advancement opportunities for industry certifications and continuing education.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental & vision insurance, retirement plans, company paid & voluntary life insurance, company paid short term disability, voluntary long term disability, critical illness & accident insurance and paid time off.
• Company-provided training, tools, and equipment, including $150 annual boot allowance for employees required to wear safety boots in their jobs.
• Career advancement potential within a growing company.