Installation Manager

Zeus Fire and Security; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Zeus Fire and Security is seeking an Installation Manager to lead field projects, coordinate with customers, schedule installations, and manage crews to deliver on time and within budget.

The role requires strong leadership, technical know-how, and clear communication with internal teams and external stakeholders; you will conduct site surveys, develop plans, and mentor technicians while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management.
• Five years of work experience with at least three years in a supervisory role.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills for customer and internal interactions.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in installations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and manage installation projects from start to finish.
• Coordinate with customers and internal teams to meet schedules and budgets.
• Lead installation technicians and mentor crew members.
• Develop installation plans and resource requirements.
• Present progress to management and stakeholders.
• Conduct site surveys with sales to estimate costs.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Safety regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management

Tools

Construction management software

Job description

Role Overview

The Installation Manager will be responsible for coordinating with customers, scheduling installations, managing installation crews, and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. This role requires strong leadership skills, technical knowledge, and the ability to effectively communicate with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and manage installation projects from start to finish, including scheduling, resource allocation, and budget management in multiple installations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers during installation projects, providing updates, addressing concerns, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Develop full-scale installation plans and define installation tasks and resource requirements.
• Responsible for communicating effectively with higher management and other departments to ensure installations are completed on time and within budget.
• Ability to conduct a site survey in conjunction with the sales department to determine a sales estimate to include costs for parts and labor, etc.
• Lead and mentor installation technicians, providing guidance, support, and training as needed to ensure high-quality workmanship and adherence to safety protocols.
• Coordinate with inventory control to ensure the availability of materials and equipment needed for installations.
• Present installation progress to higher managers and other departments as needed.
• Ability to identify and evaluate problems that arise. Provide proactive solutions to management.
• Ability to liaise between Installation Technicians and Metro management staff.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management discipline
• Five years of work experience and three years of supervisory experience
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage teams effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Technical proficiency in [relevant technologies/tools/systems].
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in installation operations.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record in accordance with company policy.

Work Requirements:

• Position is required to be in field with Technicians as needed for projects.
• Working knowledge of PC's and Windows software.

EEOC Statement

Zeus provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.