Senior Fire Alarm Program Manager

Heights Tower Service; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

HTS Tech is seeking a Senior Fire Alarm Project Manager / Fire Alarm Specialist to lead design, permitting, programming coordination, inspection, testing, and commissioning of commercial and multifamily fire alarm systems across multiple states.

The role ensures projects meet NFPA standards, licensing requirements, AHJ expectations, and customer specs while growing the fire alarm division. Strong leadership and multi-state licensing experience are essential.

Qualifications

• NICET Level IV – Fire Alarm Systems (Preferred)
• NICET Level III – Fire Alarm Systems (Minimum Consideration)
• Ability to hold a Fire Alarm Contractor License in Multiple States
• Manufacturer Certifications: Edwards (EST4/EST3), Siemens Cerberus PRO, Honeywell NOTIFIER
• Gamewell-FCI, Silent Knight, Fire-Lite, Potter, Bosch

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial and multifamily fire alarm projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Review drawings and specifications for code compliance.
• Coordinate with AHJs, engineers, owners, and GCs.
• Prepare RFIs, submittals, and permit documentation.
• Oversee installation teams and subcontractors.
• Coordinate programming and system integration.
• Schedule inspections, acceptance testing, and commissioning.
• Troubleshoot complex fire alarm systems.
• Ensure NFPA 70, NFPA 72, IBC, IFC, and local codes compliance.
• Maintain project schedules, budgets, and documentation.
• Mentor technicians and assist in developing the fire alarm department.
• Support estimating and business development efforts.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Project management

Customer focus

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Organization

Job description

HTS Tech is seeking a Senior Fire Alarm Project Manager / Fire Alarm Specialist to lead design, permitting, programming coordination, inspection, testing, and commissioning of commercial and multifamily fire alarm systems across multiple states.

The role ensures projects meet NFPA standards, licensing requirements, AHJ expectations, and customer specs while growing the fire alarm division. Strong leadership and multi-state licensing experience are essential.