Program Manager - Commercial Fire

Overview

Founded in 1923, Peerless Pump Company is a US-based manufacturer of horizontal and vertical centrifugal pumps for fire, industrial, and municipal applications. Peerless is globally recognized for engineering tough, reliable, and versatile pump solutions with extensive flow and pressure capabilities. Our products protect people and property and bring water where needed. Our legacy is built on attracting, training, and retaining employees from diverse backgrounds, with competitive benefits and strong emphasis on development, growth, and innovation.

Peerless Pump Company, a Grundfos subsidiary, is seeking a Program Manager to join its Commercial Fire Packages team. The role drives the development and delivery of engineered skid-mounted equipment programs for commercial fire protection packages. This position reports to the Director, Commercial Development Fire Business Unit and operates on a hybrid schedule: 3 days per week on-site in our Waller, Texas facility.

• Lead end-to-end program execution, from concept to launch, for Commercial Fire Package initiatives, including Inline Fire Skid Package development
• Define and manage technical scope, ensuring integration of pumps, controls, piping, electrical systems, and compliance with regulatory standards
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, sourcing, production, quality, sales, and service functions
• Develop program plans, timelines, budgets, and risk assessments while ensuring alignment with stakeholders
• Collaborate with supply chain teams to secure materials and monitor supplier performance
• Ensure all packages adhere to internal quality standards and external regulatory requirements, including UL, FM, and NFPA certifications

We imagine that you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Business, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in engineered-to-order equipment, industrial systems, or complex product development/program management
• Proven expertise in managing budgets, schedules, and risk assessments for technical programs
• Strong understanding of pump systems, industrial controls, and fire protection equipment

It is a plus if you also:

• MBA or advanced degree in a related field
• PMP or equivalent program/project management certification
• Experience with UL, FM, and NFPA compliance

You ll also be available for travelling up to 20 days per year.

Relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Sponsorship is not available for applicants for US Work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).

The annual pay for this position ranges from $101,000-$159,000. Actual pay will depend upon skill set, experience, and location. Grundfos salary rates are benchmarked and reflect the target for new hire salaries for the position in Waller, Texas.

What are your goals? Here at Peerless it’s our mission to enable you to develop and fulfil your aspirations, both career and personal. You’ll find that your fresh ideas will be welcomed and make a difference in how we conduct our business.

In addition, your day-to-day benefits as a regular, full-time employee include:

• Paid holidays; paid time off for volunteering; up to 20 paid vacation days. Vacation hours are accrued on a prorated basis, based on your hire date within the calendar year.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans; 401(k)-match program.
• Annual bonuses, parental support, engaging team buildings.
• Diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly.
• Long-term career development with regular dialogue, as well as continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to the modern Grundfos Academy to pursue further both personal and professional development.
• Diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly.

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