Fire Alarm Project Manager Embedded

What You Will Do

• Manage fire alarm projects and service related project work within a customer facility

• Serve as the primary point of contact between the customer, field technicians, contractors, subcontractors, and internal operations

• Coordinate installation, programming, testing, inspections, deficiencies, repairs, and project closeout

• Develop and maintain project schedules and make sure work is progressing according to customer requirements

• Coordinate access, site logistics, materials, equipment, labor, permits, inspections, and other requirements necessary to keep work moving

• Review project documentation, drawings, change orders, estimates, and closeout materials for accuracy and completeness

• Identify problems early and work directly with the appropriate parties to resolve them

• Maintain a strong working relationship with the customer and understand their priorities, standards, and expectations

• Work closely with field technicians and understand what is happening in the field rather than managing strictly from a desk

• Provide regular project updates and escalates issues when necessary

• Take ownership of project performance, customer communication, schedule, and completion

• At least four years of fire alarm, life safety, or related construction project management experience

• Strong understanding of fire alarm installation, programming, testing, inspection, troubleshooting, and turnover

• Experience working with field technicians, contractors, subcontractors, customers, and construction teams

• Experience managing projects in large commercial buildings or complex facilities

• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and stakeholders while maintaining accurate documentation and schedules

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work directly with demanding customers and experienced field personnel

• Ability to operate independently and make decisions without constant supervision

• High school diploma or equivalent

• NICET certification or PMP certification is a plus, but practical fire alarm experience and project management ability are more important

• This is not a traditional project management position where you move from job to job with limited customer interaction

• The successful candidate will be embedded with a major customer and will become a key part of the day to day operation supporting their fire alarm infrastructure

• The position offers the opportunity to work on complex fire alarm systems within a high profile New York City environment while representing an established fire and life safety organization

• You will have direct visibility with the customer and meaningful responsibility for keeping projects organized, moving, and completed properly

$160,000 per year