Project Manager

Century Fire Protection; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Voluntary Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(K) with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Relief Fund

Insurance (Critical Illness/Hospital &

Job summary

Century Fire Protection in Duluth, GA is seeking an experienced Project Manager to plan, coordinate, and execute fire protection projects. You will serve as the primary contact for execution, collaborating with operations, clients, and internal teams to deliver high-quality results and customer satisfaction.

Qualified candidates have a bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in project management within construction or fire protection; PMP certification is preferred and NFPA/IEC standards knowledge is a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of project management experience in construction, fire protection, or technical service industries.
• PMP or equivalent certification preferred; knowledge of NFPA and IEC standards and building codes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation to achieve objectives.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution.
• Monitor progress, milestones, risks, and corrective actions.
• Communicate project status, financial performance, and risks to clients and leadership.
• Review contracts and documents for accuracy and compliance.
• Manage change orders and project documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in on-call rotation for escalations.
• Maintain accurate project records and reporting.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional coordination

Communication

Risk management

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree

PMP certification preferred

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

ERP systems

Job description

Summary

Responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing projects to ensure they are completed on time, within scope, and on budget; serves as the primary point of contact for project execution, collaborating with operations, clients, and internal teams to deliver high-quality results and achieve customer satisfaction.

Div. 162, Duluth, GA

Responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing projects to ensure they are completed on time, within scope, and on budget; serves as the primary point of contact for project execution, collaborating with operations, clients, and internal teams to deliver high-quality results and achieve customer satisfaction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation to achieve project objectives.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including operations, service, engineering, and procurement, to ensure timely execution.
• Monitor project progress, track milestones, manage risks, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Communicate project status, financial performance, and risks to clients and leadership.
• Review project documents, specifications, and contracts to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Manage change orders, scope adjustments, and project documentation.
• Ensure all projects comply with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in on-call rotation for project escalations or emergency needs as required.
• Maintain accurate project records and reporting for internal and client use.

Education And/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of project management experience in construction, fire protection, or technical service industries; PMP or equivalent certification preferred. Knowledge of NFPA and IEC standards, Underwriter’s requirements and applicable building codes preferred.

Computer Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; experience with project management software (MS Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent) and ERP systems preferred.

Physical Demands

Combination of office and field work. Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift up to 25 pounds. Ability to sit at a computer for extended periods.

What’s In It For You?

Century Fire Protection is one of the largest and most successful full-service fire protection companies based in the Southeast and we are still growing! There are a wide range of positions and countless opportunities for career growth. Each employee is empowered to do their job and serve our clients. There is no better place to work in the industry!

We are experts in design, fabrication, installation, and maintenance of all types of fire protection systems in virtually all commercial markets for each stage of a buildings life cycle. Headquartered in Duluth, GA, Century Fire has more than 20 offices across seven states including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.

Benefits

We believe our people are our biggest asset and as such, we offer comprehensive benefits, education, and training to ensure employees succeed and grow. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(K) with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Relief Fund
• Supplemental Insurance including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident

Century Fire Protection is a GREAT place to work! Come and GROW WITH US!