On-Site Fire Protection Project Lead in Savannah

Orion Placement; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Company truck

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Confidential Employer is seeking a hands-on Project Leader to manage fire protection projects in Savannah, GA. You will lead installation work, coordinate with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and field teams, and ensure safety, schedule, and budget compliance.

The role requires 3+ years of construction project management experience, 1+ year in fire protection or related systems, and NICET III preferred. Strong communication and NFPA knowledge are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of construction project management experience.
• 1+ year of fire protection, fire suppression, or closely related systems experience.
• Experience managing commercial, industrial, infrastructure, or other complex construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA 13, NFPA 72, NFPA 2001, fire safety regulations, and applicable construction standards.
• Proven ability to lead field teams and coordinate multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple fire protection installation projects from initial planning through final completion, keeping scope, schedule, budget, and quality on track.
• Coordinate project plans, specifications, contracts, fire suppression systems, alarms, and related safety infrastructure.
• Direct on-site teams and provide clear leadership to keep projects moving safely and efficiently.
• Partner with clients, subcontractors, vendors, regulatory agencies, and internal stakeholders to resolve issues and maintain strong project communication.
• Review construction drawings, blueprints, specifications, contracts and project documentation to identify risks and opportunities.
• Monitor project costs, schedules, progress, and performance while preparing clear project status updates.
• Conduct or support site inspections and audits to ensure work meets applicable building codes, fire safety regulations, and industry standards.
• Apply knowledge of NFPA 13, NFPA 72, NFPA 2001, and commercial fire protection requirements throughout project execution.
• Manage competing priorities across concurrent projects while maintaining a high level of organization, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Communicate project status, risks, challenges, and opportunities effectively to leadership and key stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client coordination

NFPA knowledge

Job description

Confidential Employer is seeking a hands-on Project Leader to manage fire protection projects in Savannah, GA. You will lead installation work, coordinate with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and field teams, and ensure safety, schedule, and budget compliance.

The role requires 3+ years of construction project management experience, 1+ year in fire protection or related systems, and NICET III preferred. Strong communication and NFPA knowledge are essential for success.