Fire Systems Project Manager

Sciens Building Solutions; Denville (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life insurance

Professional career development opportunities

Job summary

A leading solutions provider seeks a Fire Systems Project Manager to oversee low voltage system projects. This role involves coordinating project phases and managing field operations, while ensuring compliance with budgeting and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have 2-5 years of relevant experience in fire detection and project management. Competitive salary and benefits offered, including 401(k) matching and medical plans. Join a dynamic team dedicated to quality and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Two to five years of experience with commercial fire detection/fire suppression systems.
• Two to five years of experience as a project manager in the fire and security industry.
• Strong working knowledge of the fire and security industry.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all project phases, ensuring specifications and schedules are followed.
• Review design drawings for regulatory compliance.
• Support field operations and engineering teams.
• Manage project schedules and manpower forecasts.
• Interface with customers and stakeholders regarding project updates.

Skills

Experience with commercial fire detection/fire suppression systems

Project management skills

Technical understanding of fire alarm and suppression systems

Knowledge of NFPA72 code requirements

Customer-focused management

Proficient in issue resolution

Excellent organizational skills

Knowledge of OSHA safety standards

Job description

Sciens Building Solutions seeks an experienced Fire Systems Project Manager (PM) responsible for the execution of low voltage system projects in accordance with project budgets, code compliance, and managing the field operations team’s work quality and work output. This position will work closely with our sales team, installation team, and clients to ensure a sound design, seamless installation, and professional commissioning of our projects. The PM is a key position for our growing team and requires attention to detail in all aspects of planning and executing projects. Customer interface and management of staff requires a high degree of effective human relations. Communication skills, both verbal and written, are important aspects of the PM position.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING (and doing well!)

• Oversight for all project phases, including coordinating workers, materials, and equipment, ensuring that specifications are being followed and work is proceeding on schedule and within budget.
• Review design drawings for conformance with regulations, project specifications, and local and national standards.
• Provide support, guidance, and expertise to the field operations and engineering teams.
• Manage project schedules and manpower planning forecasts.
• Interface with customers including contractors, end users, and fire marshals.
• Project manage, and coordinate installations and commissioning for assigned projects.
• Perform field surveys.
• Read and interpret system designs on blueprints.
• Read and interpret project specifications.
• Ability to estimate and propose change orders on projects.
• Provide monthly updates to project budgets including cost to completes.
• Responsible for project Financials including job costs, billing and executing to estimated gross margins.
• Able to work in a team environment and display leadership qualities.

WHAT WE LIKE ABOUT YOU

• Two to five years of experience with commercial fire detection/fire suppression systems.
• Two to five years of experience as a project manager in the fire and security industry.
• Technical skills, including an in-depth understanding of fire alarm, suppression and security systems.
• Strong working knowledge of NFPA72 code requirements.
• Customer-focused, skilled in project and people management.
• Ability to manage job scheduling and job progress in an efficient and cost-effective manner, with a strong focus on quality.
• Proficient in issue resolution.
• Excellent organizational, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Strong working knowledge of fire and security industry.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards.

WHAT WE'RE BRINGING TO THE TABLE

• Competitive salary based on qualifications.
• Paid time off plan and holidays.
• 401(k) matching.
• Short term and long-term disability.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with options.
• Life insurance.
• Professional career development opportunities.