Fire Protection Projects Lead

Shambaugh & Son, L.P.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Shambaugh & Son, L.P. is seeking an Operations Manager in the Fire Protection division. You will provide timely estimates and proposals to customers and manage fire alarm projects, coordinating trades to ensure on-time, on-budget completion.

This role requires strong project management, communication, and planning skills, with the ability to read blueprints, liaison with customers, and lead design and field teams to deliver quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Fire Alarm and fire protection construction experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and spreadsheets.
• Excellent multitasking and project management skills.
• Valid driver’s license and excellent driving record.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated and driven to achieve high productivity standards.
• Strong computer technical experience.
• Commitment to providing top-notch customer service.
• Successful completion of an employment background check is required.
• Experience in designing and managing various types of projects.
• Excellent communicator in both written and verbal forms.
• Team player with the ability to motivate others.
• Positive attitude and good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel to team project sites.
• Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required

Responsibilities

• Estimate, sell, and manage fire alarm projects.
• Read, analyze, and interpret blueprints, contract documents, and project specifications.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with customers.
• Coordinate materials and trades to ensure smooth project execution.
• Oversee designers and other project staff.
• Attend job meetings, start-up meetings, and understand the complete scope of work required for a project.
• Review and understand all project bid documents, specs, and drawings.
• Ensure timely and complete preparation of submittal drawings and calculations by the design team.
• Complete or assist in submitting accurate, timely, and complete estimates and change order quotes.
• Coordinate with the Customer for scheduling and project timeline.
• Develop and maintain a design, stock listing, delivery, and installation schedule for the project.
• Communicate with purchasing and fab shop to ensure timely material arrival.
• Assist accounting staff with billing needs.
• Schedule and lead necessary communication and meetings with internal and external clients.
• Review job sites to observe installation, verify completion, and ensure compliance with design.
• Actively track job progress to verify the project is on schedule and under budget.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Organization

Team player

Problem solving

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Spreadsheets

Job description

Shambaugh & Son, L.P. is seeking an Operations Manager in the Fire Protection division. You will provide timely estimates and proposals to customers and manage fire alarm projects, coordinating trades to ensure on-time, on-budget completion.

This role requires strong project management, communication, and planning skills, with the ability to read blueprints, liaison with customers, and lead design and field teams to deliver quality outcomes.