Senior Project Manager and Design Manager

Western States Fire Protection; Schertz (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3%

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Annual Discretionary Bonus

Job summary

Western States Fire Protection is seeking a Project Manager / Design Manager in Schertz, Texas, specializing in fire sprinkler systems. The role involves designing, coordinating, and managing the whole project from planning through execution and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Construction Management or Mechanical Engineering, alongside five years of relevant industry experience. Benefits include comprehensive insurance, a 401(k) matching plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in the construction industry.
• Knowledge of the Fire Protection industry.
• Minimum NICET III certification in Design and Layout.

Responsibilities

• Design and coordinate fire sprinkler systems.
• Create detailed drawings for projects.
• Monitor project compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent communication skills

Ability to coordinate with others

Analytical thinking

Education

Construction Management or Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoSprink

HydraCAD

Job description

Western States Fire Protection (WSFP) has been operating since 1985 specializing in life safety systems for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings.

Project Manager / Design Manager

This individual will design, coordinate, and project manage the fire sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. He or she will design and create the finished representation for the sprinkler systems using drawing and drafting skills and tools. The drawings produced will be used as a guide by every other link in the chain of construction, both on‑site and in the office. The position includes responsibility for initial project planning, scheduling, material stock listing, change analysis, problem solving, and overseeing the project through all phases.

Job Responsibilities

• Review construction contract documents and coordinate with sub‑contractors and General Contractor/owner to gather the required information to design the project’s sprinkler system
• Through use of analytical thinking and problem solving, determine construction feasibility and systems possibilities
• Create detailed drawings through extensive use of AutoCAD, AutoSprink, or HydraCAD type programs
• Create stock list for all material required throughout the project
• Perform hydraulic calculations
• Develop initial schedules for preliminary project work
• Maintain design historical records for all functions for future use
• Develop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure company is meeting customers’ expectations
• Coordinate with other departments within office to ensure proper handover of job information
• Conduct long‑range project planning and scheduling
• Monitor and manage projects to comply with safety, quality, productivity, and profitability requirements
• Directly manage field labor force of assigned project to assure maximum productivity
• Track employee hours and crew mix rates for each project
• Ensure proper staffing is in place on each project
• Identify changes in projects that impact cost, schedule, or labor requirements
• Make sure change orders/change estimates are completed in timely manner
• Monitor project billings for accuracy and maintenance of a positive cash flow
• Continually monitor progress of projects; review reports to ensure compliance with schedule and budgetary guidelines
• Assist/lead during field check stage of the project
• Forecast future manpower requirements
• Oversee work of subcontractors
• Ensure work complies with codes and permits
• Administer construction contracts, approve work quality and payment requests
• Report to owner and general contractor about progress and any necessary modifications required
• Recommend improvements in project management procedures and overall company business practices

Job Qualifications

• Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering degree or applicable other degree from a technical school or college
• Five years’ experience in construction industry with knowledge of Fire Protection industry as well as five years’ experience in commercial, industrial, and residential design
• NICET certification required, Minimum NICET III in Design and Layout
• Proven ability and track record of performing work in a timely manner and meeting deadlines
• Supervisory experience
• Must be detail-oriented and skilled in free hand and mechanical lettering and drawings
• Ability to coordinate and work well with others
• Excellent communication skills - written and verbal
• Ability to regularly travel overnight
• Must be able to pass a pre‑employment drug test, background, and reference check

Benefits

• Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistant Program
• Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA
• 401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3%
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual Discretionary Bonus
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Gym membership reimbursement

All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection Company will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.

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