Mission-Critical Data Center Fire Alarm PM

Ies Co; Chester, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan with company (4

Medical-dental-vision insurance

Short-term/Long-term disability

Life/AD&D insurance

Paid holidays

Competitive pay & PTO

Job summary

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical in Chester, VA seeks a full-time Fire Alarm Project Manager for data center projects nationwide.

You will oversee the fire alarm scope from preconstruction through turnover, coordinate with internal teams and authorities, manage submittals, procurement, installation, testing and commissioning, and ensure compliance with NFPA standards and project schedules. Travel to sites is required; the role demands strong leadership, communication, and ability to

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience fire alarm project management on mission critical electrical projects.
• Strong knowledge of low-voltage systems including Fire Alarm, DAS, Access Control, and Building Management Systems.
• Demonstrated ability to manage all phases of fire alarm installation including submittals, material procurement, installation oversight, coordination with testing agencies, and final turnover.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, electrical schematics, and code references including NFPA 70, NFPA 72, and NFPA 101.
• Experience coordinating with local inspectors and Authorities having jurisdiction.
• Proficiency in construction documentation and scheduling tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, or equivalent.
• NICET Level II certification or higher preferred.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Planning, execution, and management of fire alarm system installations for mission critical projects across the U.S.
• Coordinates with internal teams, subcontractors, vendors, and authorities to ensure compliance with design specifications, code requirements, and schedule expectations
• Manages the fire alarm scope from preconstruction through final commissioning
• Interfaces regularly with the Project Management Team to track progress, resolve issues, and maintain alignment with project goals
• Ensures all work is performed in accordance with NFPA standards, local AHJ requirements, and IES Safety policies
• Position requires travel to project sites and extended time working in the field

Skills

Fire alarm management

Low-voltage systems

NFPA knowledge

Lead cross-functional teams

Reading construction drawings

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Job description

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical in Chester, VA seeks a full-time Fire Alarm Project Manager for data center projects nationwide.

You will oversee the fire alarm scope from preconstruction through turnover, coordinate with internal teams and authorities, manage submittals, procurement, installation, testing and commissioning, and ensure compliance with NFPA standards and project schedules. Travel to sites is required; the role demands strong leadership, communication, and ability to