Senior Project Manager – Fire/Life Safety Systems

Siemens AG; Worthington (OH); On-site; USD 86,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens seeks a Senior Project Manager – Fire/Life Safety Systems at our Worthington, OH location to oversee critical projects in hospitals, universities, and industrial facilities. You will drive on-time, on-budget delivery while maintaining safety and client satisfaction.

You will evaluate drawings, procure materials, contract subcontractors, monitor resources, manage billing, and ensure close-out documentation with 4+ years of experience and an Ohio fire alarm license.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of technical experience in the commercial fire and life safety or related low-voltage industry.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate project specifications, drawings, and related documents to understand project intentions, establishing comprehensive project schedules in coordination with the team while identifying crucial installation timelines.
• Oversee the procurement of supplies and materials required for project completion, and actively participate in project cost reviews to ensure financial efficiency.
• Responsible for contracting subcontractors, coordinating their activities to align with the project scope, schedules, and fiscal requirements while ensuring adherence to safety regulations.
• Responsible for ensuring the financial performance of the assigned projects.
• Conduct orientations for project technicians, providing all necessary project documentation such as scope of work, technical drawings, project contacts, and application-engineered diagrams.
• Diligently track project resources and progress, documenting any events impacting the schedule, scope, and overall efficiency; identify and pursue opportunities for project-specific change orders.
• Manage project-specific billing coordination with the accounting team and Operations Manager, schedule commissioning resources, expedite the return of mark-ups for as-built development, and ensure timely completion of project-specific close-out documentation.

Skills

Fire & life safety

NFPA codes

Electrical drawings

MS Office & MS Project

US work authorization

Ohio fire alarm license

Driver's license

Education

Mechanical or electrical engineering degree (Associate or Bachelor's)

NICET II or higher

PMP or IPMA-D

Tools

VESDA systems

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Fire/Life Safety Systems

Job ID

525085

Posted since

12-Oct-2026

Organization

Smart Infrastructure

Field of work

Company

Mid-level Professional

Job type

Full-time

Office/Site only

Employment type

Permanent

Location(s)

• Worthington - Ohio - United States of America

Position Location: This role supports our Worthington, OH branch location, which serves customers throughout the greater Columbus, OH area.

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We are improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places that improve people’s lives.

Transform the everyday with us!

Senior Project Managers coordinate and deliver multiple, simultaneous fire and life safety projects of various complexities, which contributes to creating safer environments in critical institutions such as hospitals, universities, and industrial facilities. As a Senior Project Manager, your fiscal and managerial oversight across all project facets ensures client satisfaction, effective resource allocation, and safe, timely completion of projects.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will:

Evaluate project specifications, drawings, and related documents to understand project intentions, establishing comprehensive project schedules in coordination with the team while identifying crucial installation timelines

Oversee the procurement of supplies and materials required for project completion, and actively participate in project cost reviews to ensure financial efficiency

Responsible for contracting subcontractors, coordinating their activities to align with the project scope, schedules, and fiscal requirements while ensuring adherence to safety regulations

Responsible for ensuring the financial performance of the assigned projects

Conduct orientations for project technicians, providing all necessary project documentation such as scope of work, technical drawings, project contacts, and application-engineered diagrams

Diligently track project resources and progress, documenting any events impacting the schedule, scope, and overall efficiency; identify and pursue opportunities for project-specific change orders

Manage project-specific billing coordination with the accounting team and Operations Manager, schedule commissioning resources, expedite the return of mark-ups for as-built development, and ensure timely completion of project-specific close-out documentation

You will make an impact with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• 4+ years of technical experience in the commercial fire and life safety or related low-voltage industry
• Knowledge of local and national (NFPA) fire alarm codes and regulations
• The ability to read and understand drawings and specifications and electrical, network, and control wiring diagrams
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project
• High school diploma or state-recognized GED
• Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with limited violations; must meet eligibility requirements to participate in Siemens' fleet vehicle program
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship
• State of Ohio fire alarm license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering preferred
• 8+ years of experience in the commercial fire and life safety industry
• NICET level II or higher
• PMP or IPMA-D
• Knowledge of VESDA systems

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About Siemens

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

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The pay range for this position is $86,485 - $148,261 annually with a target incentive of 10% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO is the Law
Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please fill out the accommodations form by clicking on this link Accommodationfor disability form . If you’re unable to complete the form, you can reach out to our AskHR team for support at 1-866-743-6367. Please note our AskHR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status.

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Application Deadline
This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool.

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