Project Manager, Fire Alarm System Design

Code Red Consultants; Southborough (MA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) employer contributions

Cost-shared medical and dental insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Code Red Consultants is looking for a Project Manager to oversee fire alarm and mass notification systems. The role entails hands-on technical work and project management responsibilities, coordinating with clients and contractors, along with field inspections and compliance evaluations. Preferred qualifications include a degree in Fire Protection or Engineering, 3–8 years of experience, and strong knowledge of safety codes. The position offers a competitive salary of $95,000–125,000 annually, along with bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3–8 years of experience with fire alarm systems.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Field experience working with contractors.

Responsibilities

• Design fire alarm and emergency communication systems.
• Prepare reports and design drawings.
• Support project planning, schedules, and budgets.

Skills

Fire alarm system design

Knowledge of fire and life safety codes

Project management

Effective communication

AutoCAD and/or Revit familiarity

Time management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Project Manager – Fire Alarm & Mass Notification Systems

Code Red Consultants is seeking a motivated and technically capable Project Manager to support the design, evaluation, and testing of fire alarm and mass notification systems. This role is ideal for a mid-level fire alarm professional who enjoys hands‑on technical work, field involvement, and growing responsibility in project management.

You will work closely with senior staff, clients, contractors, and AHJs while taking ownership of technical deliverables and day‑to‑day project execution.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Technical & Field Work:

• Design fire alarm and emergency voice/alarm communication systems
• Prepare reports, specifications, and design drawings
• Conduct site surveys and inspections of existing systems
• Attend fire alarm testing and commissioning to evaluate compliance with design documents
• Review design and construction submittals for code compliance
• Support third‑party plan and system reviews for municipal clients
• Apply relevant fire and life safety codes and standards to real‑world conditions

Project Management & Coordination:

• Support project planning, schedules, and budgets under the guidance of senior staff
• Coordinate with internal team members to complete technical deliverables
• Participate in meetings with clients, contractors, and AHJs related to assigned projects
• Assist with proposal development, scope definition, and fee preparation
• Track project progress and communicate issues or risks proactively
• Perform bill review and AR follow‑ups

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• 3–8 years of experience designing, testing, commissioning, inspecting, or programming fire alarm systems
• Strong working knowledge of fire and life safety codes
• Field experience interacting with contractors and AHJs
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and/or Revit is a plus
• PE license, or path to PE licensure, preferred; NICET Fire Alarm Systems certification also considered
• Excellent organizational time management and multi‑tasking skills
• Accountable, and solution‑oriented with a strong work ethic
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Work Environment / Schedule:

Professional office. Hybrid and flexible work arrangement including office, project sites, and remote work. Occasional early or off‑hours testing may be required.

Benefits:

We offer an excellent compensation package which currently includes a competitive base salary, discretionary quarterly bonuses, generous paid time off benefits, 401(k) employer contributions and retirement benefits, cost‑shared medical and dental insurance, tuition reimbursement and 100% paid vision, life and disability insurance.

Estimated Salary Range: $95,000–125,000 (annually), plus eligibility for discretionary quarterly bonuses (based on individual and company performance). This compensation range and general benefits overview reflect Code Red Consultants’ good faith estimate for this position. This range considers various factors involved in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the successful applicant’s skills, experience, education, licensure, location and internal equity.

Code Red is an equal opportunity employer – Disability, Veterans