Fire Protection Engineer/Project Manager

Kiewit; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Fire Protection Engineer/Project Manager to join their dynamic team. This role involves overseeing fire suppression system projects from inception to completion, ensuring safety and compliance throughout the process. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management and fire protection engineering, with a passion for excellence and safety. You will be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your growth in a rewarding and impactful industry. If you are ready to make a difference and advance your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans

Voluntary wellness programs

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 4+ years of PM experience in commercial construction or Fire Protection Engineering.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for safety.

Responsibilities

• Manage fire suppression projects from design to installation.
• Communicate with stakeholders and solve field conflicts.

Skills

Project Management

Fire Protection Engineering

Construction Management

MEP Design

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Associate's in Engineering Technology

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Fire Protection Engineer/Project Manager - Continental Fire

Location: Hanover, MD, US; Washington, DC, US; Annapolis, MD, US; Baltimore, MD, US

Requisition ID: 170410

Job Level: Mid Level

Market: Building

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

We have been in business since 1971 and are known for our commitment to customer safety and satisfaction. Our business is growing, and we are adding a Project Manager in our Hanover Maryland office, to support Fire Suppression Systems Design and Construction, working from the proposal/concept stage through installation. In this division, we primarily execute projects in Maryland, Washington DC, Virginia and Delaware and support clients in many diverse industries including Energy, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Historic buildings, Industrial, Hospitality, Schools/Universities, energy, Ethanol/Bio-Diesel, High-Rises, Solar, High-Rise and high security/Government facilities. If you are an experienced Project Manager with at least 4 years PM experience with general commercial construction in the MEP or Fire Suppression trades or an experienced Fire Protection Engineer, interested in growing into a PM - we would love to talk with you! You will be expected to know how to read construction drawings, understand commercial construction operations and scheduling, and be a resource to the field installation personnel. The project manager will support the design constructability reviews, communicate with field operations teams, clients, and the general contractor, as well as support and troubleshoot installation issues and conflicts in the field, as well as manage scope/schedule and financials on the project.

District Overview

We are a full-service fire suppression company that designs, installs, services, and inspects fire protection systems with the highest commitment to customer safety and satisfaction. Continental Fire Sprinkler has the expertise and resources to handle every aspect of fire sprinkler protection for any size project. Our professionals are among the most qualified and capable in the industry, allowing us to offer a full spectrum of services. With talented people and extensive resources, Continental Fire Sprinkler Company has completed a wide range of projects within 46 different states throughout the nation since 1971. Our headquarters are in Omaha, NE, with area offices in Davenport, IA; Des Moines, IA; and Hanover, MD. We are extremely proud to be a part of the life safety industry, saving lives and property by designing, installing, and servicing fire protection systems.

Location

This position will be based out of our Hanover, MD office with travel within the Maryland/DC and Virginia region.

Responsibilities

• Be proficient in reading commercial construction drawings and schedules
• Review contracts, contract documents, specifications, and safety requirements and lead the contract administration and communication with the general contractor and other external stakeholders
• Be proficient in shop drawing review for quality and constructability concerns and work directly with the fire protection designers to support them
• Communicate and solve conflicts between MEP subcontractor trades in the field
• Provide Field engineering troubleshooting and support for the installation operations on the jobsite, attend jobsite meetings and track productivity in the field
• Compile and communicate change orders, oversee project scheduling, onsite operations planning, quantity tracking, material fabrication and procurement
• Review “as-built” drawings for in-house archive and client files
• General understanding of job costs related to engineering, material and fabrication, and labor and able to perform job cost projects and manage financials for the project
• Perform method analysis reviews to ensure the design and installation is the most efficient and safe and provide that feedback to the job team
• Ability to travel to construction jobsites and other office locations as the business requires (25%-50%), exposed to wide-ranging climates and environments
• Provide coaching, mentoring and objective peer review to others on the team

Qualifications

• A graduate in an Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related degree preferred (Associates degree also considered), and 4+ years fire sprinkler design experience OR in MEP Design, with direct construction related experience; (Will consider no degree but must have 5+ years in the Fire Sprinkler or MEP trade plus 4 years PM experience).
• Experienced with MS Excel and Word, and have general computer skills required
• High level of self-discipline, motivation, and ability to operate in a team environment, as well as work independently, with a passion for excellence and taking initiative
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

At Continental Fire Sprinkler, we are looking for the right talented individuals who want to learn and be a part of a unique and very rewarding industry. Being a part of the life safety industry is extremely demanding and extremely motivating. Saving Lives and Property is not just a motto, it’s what motivates us to come to work and make decisions that make a real difference. If you are willing to learn and put the effort into understanding why we do what we do you will find the fire protection industry rewarding and you will find our team of professionals very supportive in our training and mentorship.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.