Senior Project Manager

Scutum North America; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) match

Profit-sharing contributions

Job summary

Scutum North America is seeking a Senior Project Manager to provide superior service and project management in the fire alarm and life safety industry. This position requires extensive experience, leadership skills, and effective communication with clients and stakeholders.

Candidates should possess an Associate’s degree in Engineering and have substantial project management experience. High Rise offers competitive compensation, including medical, dental, and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Two years of project management experience in a similar industry.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and management.
• Expert knowledge of local and national fire alarm codes.

Responsibilities

• Review project status with HRFS Engineer.
• Develop project plans with deliverables and schedules.
• Conduct regular On‑site Status Project Review.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Technical skills

Risk management

Education

Two‑year Associate’s degree in Engineering

Job description

High Rise Fire and Security, founded in 1992, is a leading fire alarm, life safety and security systems solutions provider. We provide a broad range of fire alarm, life safety, security products and services including, but not limited to, the design, installation, service and maintenance of fire alarm, Auxiliary Radio Communication Systems (ARCS), card access, camera surveillance and intrusion systems. High Rise is a member of the SCUTUM Group. SCUTUM, founded in 1989, is a fast‑growing, privately owned, leading European life safety company with offices in France, Germany, United Kingdom, Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg. SCUTUM complements our solutions with additional products, services and expertise in electronic, cyber and defense security with an Artificial Intelligence (AI) platform.

At High Rise, we pride ourselves on our ability to maintain thorough and up-to-date industry knowledge as well as provide expertise in local code requirements. Our employees are equipped with comprehensive knowledge and extensive experience in providing life safety system solutions throughout New York City Metro Area.

We are currently looking for a Senior Project Manager to provide exceptional preventive and maintenance service for the organization’s clients, while providing exceptional client customer service, helping to achieve the company’s vision, mission and culture. With a solid reputation in the market, an ever‑growing client base, cutting edge products and services, now is a great time to join our team.

Required Education, Skills, and Experience

• Two‑year Associate’s degree in Engineering and 6 years of project management experience in similar industry; or 8 years equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to implement registry to eliminate, avoid, mitigate, and accept project risks.
• Ability to execute the Department of Operations SOP as written and implied.
• Knowledge of electronic circuits and application, and of all basic electrical theories.
• Knowledge of fire alarm systems operation and functions, and fire alarm products (EST products preferred).
• Ability to read and review blueprints.
• Ability to work on multiple projects in different phases simultaneously.
• Must be a self‑starter and be able to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Must be able to work well under pressure while preparing multiple projects.
• Ability to work flexible hours to ensure client expectations are met.
• Ability to communicate effectively, in writing and verbally, with clients, peers and management.
• Effective leadership skills, and ability to collaborate with various stakeholders.
• Advanced project management and implementation skills.
• Exceptional writing skills in procedure reporting.
• Ability to lead & manage team in successful execution of projects.
• Ability to demonstrate advanced technical skills through transfer of knowledge.
• Expert knowledge of local and national (NFPA) fire alarm codes and regulations.
• Knowledge of local and national sprinkler, elevator, and electrical codes, mechanical code and Americans with Disability Act (ADA) regulations.
• Knowledge of applicable New York City building code.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Review project status with HRFS Engineer.
• Strategize the most optimal way to complete job, i.e. creating and implementing a project plan.
• Develop project plans with deliverables and milestones, costs, assigned resources, and schedules and lead project management and execution to meet or exceed project objectives.
• Communicate and coordinate with clients and Field Service Managers (FSMs) on job scope and report on progress on a regular basis.
• Conduct regular On‑site Status Project Review appropriately to provide quality assurance and scope support to client and HRFS Technician.
• Inquire about and document drawing numbers with revision dates of any changes or job additions/deletions to facilitate the amendments for the final documents of record.
• Provide Sales Department with any changes through Request for Proposal (RFP) and record on commissioning progress report log.
• Conduct pre‑test and FDNY inspections.
• Identify code issues and non‑conformance issues, and make recommendations on alternative solutions to client/office.
• Maintain accurate records of all work performed, materials used, and address any problem encountered or identified with the project(s).
• Work on prime projects to include project budgeting, leveling, sub‑contractor field supervision and other related functions.
• Collaborate with Salesperson on site walkthrough and/or takeoffs to help price jobs optimally.
• Work on more complex, large design build and large prime projects.
• Conduct trainings for HRF employees and clients on NYC and national codes. Conduct technical trainings on fire alarm products.
• Train lower‑level Project Managers on new and advanced project management theories and skills.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert on business and organization development projects and initiatives.

Benefits

High Rise offers a highly competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, prescription plans for employees and their families, company‑paid life insurance, 401(k) match and Profit‑Sharing contributions.

Career Development Opportunities

High Rise offers a variety of exciting career development opportunities within the organization. We have a robust learning and development platform that provides training and mentoring to employees at all levels of the organization. Employees are offered the opportunity to take part in a range of internal training initiatives to hone their existing skills and continue to grow professionally in accordance with the changing external environment. In addition, our peer‑to‑peer coaching program and emphasis on dynamic information exchange between teams ensures that our people are challenged intellectually and given the opportunity to succeed in their role.

Our organization is dynamic, and we pride ourselves on providing a collaborative work environment where employees are consistently engaged and work together to provide top quality service.

Come explore the possibilities at High Rise.