Project Manager- Fire Protection

Mullins Mechanical & Welding, Llc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Mullins Mechanical & Welding, Llc is seeking a Fire Protection Project Manager to oversee projects from initiation to completion, coordinating field teams and interfacing with clients to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in fire protection, NICET Level II+ or higher in Water-Based Systems, and PM certifications. Travel to job sites and occasional after-hours work may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in fire protection industry with sprinkler focus.
• Proven project management experience in service environments.
• NICET Level II+ in Water-Based Systems preferred; PM certs desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple fire protection projects from initiation to completion.
• Coordinate field technicians, subcontractors, and client communication.
• Develop scopes, schedules, budgets and track progress and performance.
• Ensure NFPA code compliance and AHJ regulations.

Skills

Project management

Fire protection

Client liaison

Communication

Education

NICET Level II+ in Water-Based Systems

PM Certifications (PMP, PgMP, CAPM)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Scheduling software

Job description

For over a decade Mullins Mechanical has been carving our spot in the industry, leaving behind a legacy of solid built, dependable projects that our customers rely on, day in and day out.

Atlanta, GA; Birmingham, AL; Bowling Green, KY; Carrollton, GA; Charleston, SC; Dallas, TX; Dallas-Fort Worth, TX; Douglasville, GA; Garland, TX; Houston, TX; LaGrange, GA; Remote

The Fire Protection Project Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing fire protection projects from initiation to completion. This role includes coordinating field technicians, liaising with clients, ensuring code compliance, and delivering projects on schedule and within budget. The ideal candidate possesses strong knowledge of fire protection systems, proven project management experience, and excellent communication skills.

• Manage multiple projects, including new installations and retrofits to existing buildings
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, technicians, subcontractors, and internal departments.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, and budgets, track progress and performance.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA codes, AHJ regulations, and company safety standards.
• Coordinate material procurement, subcontractor scheduling, and field service dispatch.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and recommend solutions for system deficiencies.
• Support sales by identifying opportunities and providing recommendations.
• Ensure timely billing and assist with resolving invoicing discrepancies.
• Promote and maintain a safe working environment.
• Participate in business development through sales calls, networking, and market awareness.
• Conduct site surveys to determine customer needs and provide technical education.
• Provide training on new systems as they are introduced.
• Attend annual continuing education classes.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical documents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education & Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the fire protection industry, with emphasis on sprinkler systems.
• Proven project management experience, ideally in a service-focused environment.
• NICET Level II or higher in Water-Based Systems (preferred).
• Project Management certifications (PMP, PgMP, CAPM) are highly desirable.
• Proficiency with project management and scheduling software
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Other Requirements

• Adherence to company Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Safety Policy.
• Flexibility to work outside standard business hours to meet deadlines or respond to emergencies.

Physical Requirements

• Office and field-based environment with occasional job site visits.
• Ability to travel as needed for client meetings, site surveys, and project oversight.

Join Us
Mullins Mechanical ranked #243 on the 2024 ENR Top Specialty Contractors list, #48 in the Nation and #5 in the Southeast among Firms in Mechanical. We’re proud to be one of the fastest growing privately held companies in America. We’re a self-performing specialty contractor specializing in design-build applications, HVAC systems, plumbing, process piping systems, boiler and chiller systems, equipment installation and rigging, plant relocation and maintenance, fire protection, and metal fabrication. Our projects are often in industrial and heavy commercial environments such as manufacturing facilities, automotive plants, chemical plants, distribution centers, warehouses, data centers, and other large facilities.