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Do you have a passion for precision, timelines, teamwork, and excellence? At VFP Fire Systems in Columbus, OH, we are looking for a Project Manager who can lead projects with discipline, serve customers with professionalism, and help drive successful outcomes for our people, our customers, and our business.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys owning a project from start to finish, aligning resources, solving problems, and delivering work safely, on schedule, and on budget. The right candidate will understand that great project management is about more than completing the job it is about building trust, supporting field leaders, protecting profitability, and creating long-term service opportunities with our customers.

For 100 years, Viking Fire Protection Group has built a reputation for excellence in the design, installation, service, and maintenance of fire protection systems. Our project experience is national, our specialized capabilities are extensive, and we take pride in investing in our people and our business. We are focused on delivering world-class service, growing lasting customer relationships, and creating opportunities for team members who are driven to excel.

As a Project Manager, you will work in a team environment to support the successful completion of fire sprinkler system installations. Work will include aligning resources on your project, including lifts, materials, and manpower, while ensuring our field leaders are put in the best position for success. You will play a vital role for VFPG as the face of the project to the General Contractor or end user.

VFPG places strong emphasis on individual training and development, with excellent opportunities for future advancement for those driven to excel.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, field teams, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Serve as the primary customer contact and the "face" of VFP throughout assigned projects.
• Demonstrate personal accountability and lead by example.
• Coordinate field labor with the superintendent to support project schedules and deadlines.
• Align project resources, including manpower, materials, lifts, and equipment.
• Review project drawings and specifications to ensure they meet project requirements.
• Track project financials weekly and complete monthly project status reports.
• Complete monthly billings accurately and on time.
• Prepare, submit, and manage RFIs and change orders to support project profitability.
• Ensure compliance with VFP and customer-specific safety plans.
• Attend required project meetings and maintain clear communication with customers and project teams.
• Ensure project labor and job costs are allocated accurately.
• Support additional project-related duties as needed.

• Experience in fire protection, fire sprinkler systems, construction, mechanical contracting, or the life safety industry is a plus.
• Proven ability to manage work in a timely manner and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally with customers, employees, field leaders, and all levels of management.
• Resourceful, proactive, and solution-oriented approach to completing work.
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and teamwork.
• Willingness to assist with additional projects and responsibilities as needed.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long-term disability, 401k with match, ESPP

• $30.00/hr - $50.00/hr highly dependent on experience and relatable skills

• Viking Fire Protection Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of religion, disability, protected veteran status, age, sex, race, color, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Viking Fire Protection Group complies with federal and state disability laws and will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and qualified employees with disabilities. If you wish to request reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Martin (Marty) Joly.