Program Manager - Fire Protection

Iberdrola SA; Orange (CT); On-site; USD 117,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

12% 401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

AVANGRID SERVICE COMPANY is seeking a Program Manager for Fire Protection to lead fire safety initiatives across a broad geographic footprint. The role oversees inspection, testing, maintenance, and installation of fire protection systems, ensuring compliance with regulations.

Strong SME capabilities, stakeholder collaboration, and clear communication are essential. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a safety-related field and extensive experience in fire protection and emergency

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Technology, or related safety discipline with emphasis in fire and life safety.
• 8 years of broad experience in fire protection and facility emergency management.
• 5 years project/program experience in fire protection system installation and retrofit.
• Experience with NFPA standards, ICC codes, ADA, OSHA, and fire protection practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliant fire protection and life safety environment across Avangrid enterprises.
• Oversee ITM program and design/install fire protection systems in new or upgraded facilities.
• Provide SME guidance on emergency planning, evacuation, and compliance audits.
• Develop and maintain fire prevention and life safety programs and procedures.
• Coordinate training and support for passive fire protection practices and emergency response.

Skills

Fire protection

Life safety

Project management

Emergency management

NFPA codes

FEMA ICS

Communication

Training delivery

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Science/Tech

Tools

MS Project

CAD

TEAMS/PowerPoint

MS Office Suite

Job description

## Program Manager - Fire ProtectionSolicitar: Estados Unidos, Connecticut, Orange: Publicado hoy: Fecha final: 17 de octubre de 2026 (Quedan 17 días para realizar la solicitud): R-29838The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from $116,640 to $145,800 What We Offer:* *Competitive benefits and growth opportunities** *Generous performance‐based bonuses** *12% 401(k) match** *Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance** *Tuition reimbursement** *Professional development and clear career advancement pathways**For more information please visit:* *Benefits - Avangrid***Job Summary** Reports to the Senior Manager of Fire Protection with responsibilities to include:* Maintains a compliant and sustainable corporate fire protection/life safety environment.* Manages fire protection systems inspection, testing, maintenance (ITM) program as well as the design and installation of new/upgrade fire protection systems across assigned Avangrid territory.* Ensures that fire protection practices protect employees, the public, contractors, company infrastructure, and the environment. Champions best practices in planning, implementation and integration of fire-related systems and life safety administrative controls across the Avangrid enterprise.* Develops and maintains fire prevention and life safety programs, policies, procedures and Technical Specifications.* Performs oversight and coordination of facility emergency pre- planning and evacuation training.* Provide technical support for passive fire protection practices and strategies.* Develop, coordinate and manage special projects as assigned to continually improve Fire Protection and Physical Security Programs.This position is a senior level position responsible for supporting diverse occupancies over a large geographic territory. The candidate shall have well developed analytical and interpersonal skills capable of working with a high degree of independence yet seeking guidance and direction when appropriate. They must have excellent presentation and communication skills; comfortable facilitating subject matter discussion with mid and senior level Company leaders.**Key Responsibilities** * Ensures all Avangrid and Holding Company Affiliates comply with applicable fire protection and life safety regulatory requirements.* Functions as a Company subject matter expert (SME) and interprets as the authority having jurisdiction applicable fire protection, life safety, and facility emergency management regulations. Conducts fire and life safety audits to assure compliance, cost-effective physical designs and appropriate administrative controls are established/maintained.* Works with Building Asset Management (BAM) for all Avangrid Holding Company affiliates to develop, maintain and incorporate needed passive fire protection features for the conservation of life and property in existing, remodeled or new facilities.* Develop, implement and maintain with stakeholders approved fire prevention, emergency planning, and evacuation programs for occupied locations under their responsibility.* Reviews and provides SME guidance to Building Asset Management (BAM) on the creation and installation of emergency evacuation route maps.* Collaborates with Physical Security Operations to provide 1st responder training to local regional and governmental agencies.* Establish, manage and administer OpEx/CapEx budgets collaborating with the Business Management and Procurement Departments**Required Qualifications** Education & Experience Required:* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Technology, or related Safety or Emergency Management discipline with applicable emphasis in fire and life safety;* 8 years of broad based experience in fire protection and facility emergency management program administration* 5 years project/program experience in fire protection system installation and retrofit; this shall include experience with building structures and systems that must be interfaced with during applicable construction activities. Experience/Training:* Experience in electric, gas and wind utility operations are a plus. This includes operating systems, infrastructure and field operations.* Demonstrated ability building collaborative relationships both up and down the Organizational Structure through multiple operating companies over a vast geographic territory.* Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying established fire and life safety codes (NFPA Standards, ICC Fire and Building Codes, ADA and NSI A117.1 Accessibility, OSHA 29 CFR 1910 General Industry Subpart E and L Fire Protection, OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Construction Subparts C & F, etc.).* Use and application of FM Global Loss Prevention Data Sheets.* Demonstrated experience using the principles and practices of emergency management – FEMA ICS.* Experience creating and delivering training presentations for audiences up and down the organization structure of the Company. This includes capability developing delivering presentations using standard systems/equipment (Power Points, TEAMS, Multimedia) across multiple levels of the Company. Skills/Abilities:* Advanced capability preparing clear, concise and effective written materials – investigation reports, policies, procedures, etc.* Detailed individual skilled in maintaining accurate records/files, entering/retrieving info via computer-based systems with a focus on accuracy.* Demonstrated experience using the FEMA ICS structure.* Experience setting priorities, coordinating multiple projects, and meeting critical deadlines.* Thorough capability using standard office practices, including the operation of office equipment, MS Office Suite, MS Project (working knowledge of CAD a plus). Licenses and Certificates:* National Incident Management System ICS-300 and ICS-400 program certificate of completion or ability to be acquired within twelve (12) months of hire.* NFPA Fire Investigator I or II Certification* Related certifications in fire safety and life safety, emergency planning is a plus. Competencies* Develop Self & Others* Empower to grow* Collaborate and Share* Be a role model* Focus to achieve results* Be agile**Preferred Qualifications*** Project Management Professional (PMP) certification a significant plus.* Fire Protection Engineer (FPE) in any State and/or NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) a plus.* Project Management Professional (PMP) certification a significant plus.* Fire Protection Engineer (FPE) in any State and/or NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) a plus.**Competencies*** Growth & Continuous Improvement* Initiative & Change* Focused on Results* Customer Centric (internal and/or external)* Communication* Collaboration* Leadership (people managers/leaders) #LI-OFFICE#LI-ER1**Company:**AVANGRID SERVICE COMPANY**Información Movilidad** Tenga en cuenta que cualquier solicitante que no sea ciudadano del país de la vacante estará sujeto al cumplimiento de los requisitos de inmigración aplicables para trabajar legalmente en ese país. Las prácticas y políticas de empleo de AVANGRID están orientadas a la contratación de una plantilla diversa y al mantenimiento de una cultura inclusiva. En AVANGRID ofrecemos oportunidades de empleo y promoción justas y equitativas a todos los empleados y candidatos independientemente de su raza, color, religión, nacionalidad, sexo, orientación sexual, edad, estado civil, discapacidad, condición de veterano protegido o cualquier otra condición protegida por la legislación federal, estatal o local. Obtenga más información sobre igualdad en el empleo en este enlace Si usted es una persona con una discapacidad o un veterano discapacitado que no puede utilizar nuestra herramienta en línea para buscar o aplicar a un empleo, puede solicitar una adaptación razonable poniéndose en contacto con nuestro departamento de Recursos Humanos en el 203-499-2777 o en [e-mail]-17-2026**About Avangrid:** Avangrid, Inc. is a leading energy company in the United States working to meet the growing demand for energy for homes and businesses across the nation through service, innovation, and continued investments by expanding grid infrastructure and energy generation projects. Avangrid has offices in Connecticut, New York, Massachusetts, Maine and Oregon, including operations in 23 states with approximately $47 billion in assets, and has two primary lines of business: networks and power. Through its networks business, Avangrid owns and operates eight electric and natural gas utilities, serving more than 3.3 million customers in New York and New England. Through its power generation business, Avangrid owns and operates more than 75 energy generation facilities across the United States producing 10.5 GW of power for over 3.1 million customers. Avangrid employs approximately 8,000 people and has been recognized by JUST Capital as one of the JUST 100 companies – a ranking of America’s best corporate citizens – in 2025 for the fifth consecutive year. The company was named among the World’s Most Ethical Companies in 2025 for the seventh consecutive year by the Ethisphere Institute. Avangrid is a member of the group of companies controlled by Iberdrola, S.A. For more information, visit www.avangrid.com.