FIRE PROTECTION PROJECT MANAGER

Temp-Con, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Temp-Con, Inc. in Columbus, Ohio is looking for a Project Manager to oversee and ensure the profitability of projects in the Fire Sprinkler field. You will collaborate with various departments to fulfill job requirements while building professional relationships.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of commercial Fire Sprinkler experience and strong project management background. Candidates should hold a valid Driver’s License and OSHA 30 certification.

Qualifications

• 5 years commercial Fire Sprinkler field experience preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of prior project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall profitability of projects.
• Manage timelines and requirements for all projects.
• Communicate effectively with project stakeholders.
• Conduct regular job cost reviews for project profitability.
• Coordinate manpower and equipment for each job.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret blueprints

Knowledge of general fire sprinkler installation

General knowledge of NFPA and Building Codes

Good math ability

Good basic computer skills

Detail oriented

Strong organizational skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering or equivalent

Fire Sprinkler/Standpipe license

Job description

Position Summary

Oversees entire projects to which assigned. Works with other departments to ensure all jobs are completed timely and profitably. Develop relationships both inside and outside of the company that promote TP Mechanical Contractors and the Project Management Department in a professional manner.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Responsible for the overall profitability of their projects. Ensure proper timelines and all requirements are met for all projects. Ensuring billing, change orders, collections, etc. are completed in a timely manner for each project. Keeps the management staff up to date on all project issues.
• Reviews job cost, job status, manpower and change order reports to provide analysis monthly. Conducts regular/monthly job cost reviews to accurately reflect project profitability and status of all project issues.
• Communicates and troubleshoots with project superintendents, construction managers and General Contractors. Also, communicate effectively with all project managers, administrative assistants and other departments through meetings, memos, e‑mails, etc.
• Coordinates proper manpower and equipment for each job.
• Oversee the buyout process, job‑closeouts and project change orders for all projects.
• Conducts/attends weekly job‑site visits and job meetings.
• Ensure proper job setup, contract review, estimated costs and schedule of values are done in a timely and accurate manner.
• Generates project manager reports and attends project management meetings as appropriate.
• For each project: tracks submittals, generates purchase orders and negotiates subcontracts and purchases.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

Experience/Qualifications Required

• 5 years commercial Fire Sprinkler field experience preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of prior project management experience.

Job Skills

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Knowledge of general fire sprinkler installation.
• General knowledge of NFPA and Building Codes.
• Good math ability.
• Good basic computer skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Education

• Minimum of High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering or equivalent is preferred.
• Fire Sprinkler/Standpipe license.

Physical Requirements

• Capable of climbing off/on equipment and ladders.
• Able to walk job sites.

Special Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License.
• OSHA 30.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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