Fire Sprinkler Project Manager/Project Executive
Cosco Fire Protection
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Job summary
Cosco Fire Protection in Denver, CO, seeks a Fire Sprinkler Project Manager (Mid Level) / Project Executive (Senior Level) to lead installation projects across commercial, educational, residential and industrial facilities. The PM/PE will drive design, scheduling, procurement, fabrication and field execution while maintaining safety and quality to secure future business.
The candidate will work with sales, designers, field technicians and managers to optimize margins, cash collection, and
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent, postsecondary education in engineering/construction management/business preferred.
- 5 Years (7-10+ years preferred) experience in Fire Protection Design, Installation, or Sales.
- Previous fire sprinkler designer or sales experience a plus.
- Experience with Revit, NavisWorks, and AutoSprink a plus.
- NICET II Certification- or ability to attain within 1 year.
- PMP Certification a plus.
Responsibilities
- Project Lifecycle Execution: Direct/prioritize design, scheduling, material procurement, fabrication, and field installation.
- Financial Management: Forecast project costs, manage WIP tracking, and work with sales throughout the change order life cycle, develop SOV and billing and assists with AR/AP efforts as needed to execute projects.
- Code & Plan Compliance: Verify that all project layouts match the requirement of the contract documents and applicable codes and standards.
- Field Liaison & Safety: Coordinate on-site activities with field superintendents, sprinkler fitters, AHJs, safety inspectors.
- Attend and represent Cosco's interests at job site and customer meetings from Pre award through service project conversion.
- Assist sales with estimating functions as needed.
- Assist design in material procurement, vendor and product selection, and material/equipment expediting to meet/improve project schedules.
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Job description
Denver, Colorado
The Denver District office of Cosco Fire Protection has a challenging leadership and growth-oriented opportunity for the right individual. We are looking for an experienced and motivated Fire Sprinkler Project Manager/Project Executive with a strong technical & field execution aptitude, a desire to drive project success as measured both fiscally as well as internal and external customer satisfaction. The right candidate will work collaboratively with a team of salespeople, designers, field technicians and supervisors/managers to deliver projects on time, under budget, and at a level of quality and safety that results in repeat business. We are looking for those who want to grow their career in a collaborative and accountable environment where they can directly contribute to shaping our design team and the business overall in this market. If this sounds like you, please read on and come be a part of what we are building in Denver!
The Project Manager/Project Executive is responsible for managing fire sprinkler installation projects in commercial, educational, residential, and industrial facilities, positively representing the company in all client and architect/engineer interactions. The PM oversees and communicates project progress from inception to completion including design, permits, material delivery, labor schedules, and field installation. Develops a comprehensive project plan to meet schedules and budgets. Actively drives progress in weekly Work in Progress meetings. Understands and follows all published codes, standards, and unique project specifications and schedules. Ensures AHJ requirements, contractual obligations and office procedures are met/followed. The PM conveys a sense of professionalism, fairness, and concern for customers, labor, and management. The PM works closely with sales to identify, price, coordinate, negotiate, and close change orders and drives toward overall margin improvement, and cash collection on every job. The PM will alone, and through the help of others on the project team deliver quality projects in a safe manner. The role requires judgment to refer questions/problems to other team leaders and management where appropriate. A successful team member in this role will demonstrate an exceptional understanding of contracts, schedules, financial documents, fire sprinkler installation and fabrication techniques, a strong mechanical aptitude and construction background, and ability to complete mathematical calculations.
- Project Lifecycle Execution: Direct/prioritize design, scheduling, material procurement, fabrication, and field installation.
- Financial Management: Forecast project costs, manage Work-in-Progress (WIP) tracking, and work with sales throughout the change order life cycle, develop SOV and billing and assists with AR/AP efforts as needed to execute projects.
- Code & Plan Compliance: Verify that all project layouts match the requirement of the contract documents and applicable codes and standards.
- Field Liaison & Safety: Coordinate on-site activities with field superintendents, sprinkler fitters, AHJs, safety inspectors.
- Attend and represent Cosco's interests at job site and customer meetings from Pre award through service project conversion.
- Assist sales with estimating functions as needed.
- Assist design in material procurement, vendor and product selection, and material/equipment expediting to meet/improve project schedules.
- Ability to read and interpret construction documents (drawings, specifications, ASIs, contracts, schedules, financial statements etc.).
- Strong technical, analytical and mathematical aptitude.
- Ability to work under pressure, deliver on a deadline, and balance multiple high priorities.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication and negotiation skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel), AutoCAD, and Fire Sprinkler Design software (e.g. AutoSprink, HydraCAD etc.) ProCore, BlueBeam and PM Scheduling software.
- Special Hazards experience (e.g. fixed water spray, clean agent, foam, etc.) a plus.
- Strong familiarity with general construction practices, schedules, sequences and terms.
- Comfortable presenting and negotiating with customers, vendors, etc.
- Organized, detail oriented, self starter able to operate in a team environment.
- Working knowledge of NFPA 13, 13D, 13R, 14, 20, 25 and associated Codes/Standards.
- High school diploma or equivalent, postsecondary education in engineering/construction management/business preferred.
- 5 Years (7-10+ years preferred) experience in Fire Protection Design, Installation, or Sales.
- Previous fire sprinkler designer or sales experience a plus.
- Experience with Revit, NavisWorks, and AutoSprink a plus.
- NICET II Certification- or ability to attain within 1 year.
- PMP Certification a plus.
Full-time - In Office/On Jobsite
Denver, CO. Travel to jobsites within the Colorado District will be required. Occasional overnight travel can be required.
This role informal supervisory responsibility. Ability to lead through influence and work with sales and management within the team to set, prioritize, and drive execution goals.
NICET II (Min), PMP (preferred)
Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or closely related field or eight to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Cosco provides excellent wages, a flexible work schedule, a full suite of company paid benefits, and a place to grow your career to qualified applicants.
- $80,000 - $120,000 D.O.E.
- Incentive Plan Based on Project Profitability.
- Position may be assigned to a company truck or a monthly vehicle allowance.
Cosco Fire Protection, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications are encouraged from all persons regardless of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, marital status, domestic-partner status, religious creed, medical/physical/mental condition, sexual orientation, Veteran status, or age.
NOTE: A drug screen and criminal background check may be required for Cosco applicants.
*1 Role Currently Available - Level to be filled will depend on experience of the candidate pool
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