Project Manager - Fire Alarm

EMCOR Group

El Cajon (CA)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 105,000

Full time

42 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Health savings account

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

College Coach

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Dynalectric Company in El Cajon seeks a Project Manager - Fire Alarm to lead planning, scheduling, budgeting, and coordination of fire alarm installations on commercial projects. You will oversee field teams, review contract documents, and ensure on-time delivery while maintaining financial control.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and knowledge of construction practices. Onsite work is expected with full-time commitment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

Experience in commercial construction project management.
Knowledge of fire alarm systems is a plus.
Strong organizational and budgeting skills.

Responsibilities

Coordinate between trades and keep project on schedule.
Oversee design and layout of Fire Alarm Systems.
Prepare budget estimates and cost tracking reports.
Ensure compliance with codes and regulations.
Lead meetings with stakeholders and manage document control.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Leadership

Communication

Education

High School diploma

NICET II certification

Engineering/Architectural degree or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Hydratec

MS Office

Job description

About Us

We are a leader in fully-integrated electrical and building systems installations, with capabilities ranging from complete pre-construction and new construction to renovation and maintenance for a variety of markets. Our team is prepared to handle a wide range of projects from small-scale, time-and-materials jobs to large-scale, technology-intensive projects.

Job Summary

Dynalectric Company San Diego is hiringa Project Manager - Fire Alarm.The Fire Alarm Project Manager position is a critical role for the company. This individual will be responsible for planning, directing, or coordinating activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems. They will participate in the conceptual development of a construction project and oversee its organization, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation and must have the ability to support field personnel in their relationships with other subcontractors and to resolve field problems as they arise. This individual maintains full financial responsibilities of the project and must understand construction financial and accounting practices.

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties will likely be assigned.
Manage coordination between trades
Responsible for Design and Layout of Fire Alarm Systems
Field Surveying
Drive the project’s overall flow effectively from inception to completion.
Obtain contract and bid documents for/from estimating; review and understand scope for project turnover. Attend walk-throughs.
Ensure all project document control is completed efficiently by project team, including but not limited to, insurance, bonding, permits, submittals, RFI’s, change orders, correspondence, etc.
Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, or design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, or construction problems.
Plan, schedule, or coordinate construction project activities to meet deadlines.
Prepare and submit budget estimates, progress reports, or cost tracking reports.
Inspect or review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, environmental regulations, or other regulations.
Select subs and equipment suppliers with input from engineering, estimating and purchasing as required.
Verify correct drawings are distributed to field.
Create schedule of values, or billing format as required by the contract documents.
Create project schedule showing completion, delivery dates and sub requirements. Integrate into overall project and manpower schedule as required. Understand notice requirements.
Generate PO’s for major equipment and subs indicating shipping requirements, and anticipating delivery dates. (Request proper delivery notice at that time.)
Facilitate material takeoffs by trade foreman.
Host and attend all necessary meetings with both internal and external entities to review scheduling and delivery, work plans, job progress, manpower, and solutions to setbacks.
Support accounting department in monthly billings and collections and follow up on outstanding balances.
Collaborate with foreman regarding project safety. (Toolbox talks and weekly walk through.)
Gather information for changes in work and finalize C.O. pricing to maximize profit on C.O.s. Ensure no work starts prior to approval or notice to proceed.
Assist field personnel in closeout of project.
Obtain as-builts from field; request CAD from engineering.
Escalate critical and/or sensitive issues to the Division Manager / Project Executive with recommendation for resolution.
Comply with all Company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs as established.
Perform additional assignments as required by the needs of the company or as directed by executives.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 5 years project management experience in the commercial new construction market
NICET II certification preferred
High School diploma or GED required.
Associate or Technical Degree in a technical or business discipline preferred or equivalent experience. Examples include: Architectural, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Completed Trade School, Construction Management Degrees. Bachelor degree preferred.
High Mechanical Interest
Fire Alarm Clean Agent experience a plus
Knowledge of the construction industry and contract documentation.
Working knowledge of federal, state, and city regulations and guidelines.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, (i.e. Outlook, Word and Excel)
AutoCAD and/or Hydratec Experience, and other electrical, technical, or construction programs required.
Familiarity with project management/document control software.
Familiarity with construction/financial software packages.

REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES

The requirements listed below are representative of characteristics and demonstrated capabilities sought to perform this job successfully.

Must demonstrate integrity, honesty, professionalism and commitment to company values.
Must be self-motivated and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Must have excellent organizational, communication, strategic, technical, analytical, problem solving, and multi-tasking skills.
Must have high standards of quality with attention to detail.
Must possess ability to manage and supervise personnel.
Must build positive working relationships with multiple levels of employees, management, suppliers, and customers.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of customer, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors and suppliers, and other contractor organizations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to commute to field locations. The employee must have the ability to navigate around job site locations.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee should expect to sit for long periods in front of a computer and also travel to field locations as needed.

While visiting field locations, the employee may be required to work outdoors, be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical and electrical parts; high, precarious places; dust, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions, extended exposure to sunlight; cold and heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Affirmative Action Policy

Please review ourAffirmative Action Policy (https://emcorgroup.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=125317&hashed=1501136054) .

Geographic Disclosure

Compensation Range: $80,000-$105,000

OTHER COMPENSATION

Position is eligible to receive an annual discretionary bonus in accordance with Company policy.

Benefits

We are committed to providing employees a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program.

Job Locations

US-CA-El Cajon

2026-52167

Company

Dynalectric Company