Fire Alarm Project Leader

Fire Alarm Project Leader 2
Tysons, Virginia
Management / Leadership
Full-Time
No Clearance
25% Travel

Our client is seeking individuals driven to excellence and inspired to make a meaningful impact powering, automating, integrating, and securing the world’s most critical infrastructure and facilities. This role presents fulfilling opportunities for professionals eager to grow in a meaningful and impactful career.

As a Fire Alarm Project Leader 2, you will be part of a team that engineers and deploys automated, secure, and resilient power and technology systems—and delivers the management platforms essential for long-term sustainability. Together, we transform the way complex, large-scale systems are designed, delivered, and maintained—enhancing outcomes, improving lives, and changing the world for the better.

Our client is seeking a Fire Alarm Project Leader 2 with experience in the design and implementation of fire alarm system applications. The ideal candidate will have strong working knowledge of IBC, NEC, and NFPA codes as they apply to life safety systems for commercial facilities and plants.

Candidates with backgrounds in Electronic Security, Industrial Controls, or Building Automation Systems who are interested in transitioning to the life safety space are encouraged to apply.

This role requires a strategic, customer-focused leader with excellent communication skills and a demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams across multiple projects. The position supports our client’s Life Safety Group on various project sites.

• Manage multiple projects ranging from $500K to $3M (up to $5M in annual volume) including estimating, engineering, subcontract management, budgeting, scheduling, contract execution, and team coordination.

• Supervise engineering and field staff of 5–10 people and coordinate direct labor workforce for installations.

• Lead design-build and turnkey contracts for fire alarm detection and special suppression systems.

• Develop cost estimates and technical proposals.

• Schedule and lead project kickoff meetings for design and installation.

• Oversee design reviews and ensure quality in design, manufacture, and assembly.

• Coordinate equipment procurement and panel fabrication.

• Ensure systems are pre-tested before site delivery and installation.

• Manage construction, upgrades, and renovations in operational facilities.

• Liaise with clients, administrative staff, and workers to interpret plans and contract terms.

• Negotiate changes or revisions to contracts with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors.

• Direct installation, testing, and commissioning teams; resolve field installation challenges.

• Track project budgets, timelines, and maintain profitability.

• Conduct compliance reviews and enforce safety and building code regulations.

• Suggest process improvements and cost‑saving initiatives.

• Ensure timely equipment/material delivery and proper site logistics planning.

• Maintain detailed, organized records and provide regular status updates to customers.

• Cultivate strong customer relationships and address project concerns proactively.

Required:

• 10+ years of experience in applications engineering, including at least 5 years of project leadership managing budgets, schedules, and deliverables.

• B.S. degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Management.

• Familiarity with IBC, NEC, and NFPA codes, or ability to quickly ramp up in these areas.

• Experience managing electrical projects between $500K–$10M.

• Proficiency with contract documentation (drawings, RFIs, submittals, change orders, etc.).

• Experience using project management, CPM scheduling, costing, and AutoCAD software.

• Ability to interpret technical plans, blueprints, and scopes of work.

• Proficient with the Critical Path Method and General Contractor schedules.

• Proven record of completing projects on‑time and under budget.

• Willingness and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Preferred

Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem‑solving abilities.

• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational and writing skills.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.

• Experience with Microsoft Project is a plus.

• Prolonged exposure to computer screens.

• Sitting for extended periods.

• Manual dexterity for typing and computer work.

• Ability to listen, speak clearly, and comprehend verbal instructions.

• Able to read, analyze, and interpret written information and technical documentation.

Hire Venture is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.