Project Manager

Responsibilities

The Project Manager is responsible for planning and coordinating projects while serving as the primary point of contact for contractors and owners. They must monitor project progress, manage budgets, ensure safety compliance, and facilitate the documentation process from start to closeout.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 5 years of industry experience and a high school diploma or equivalent training. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong communication skills, and a valid driver's license are required, with NICET certifications preferred.

Skills

• Project management
• Contract administration
• Shop drawing review
• Change order management
• Scheduling
• Budget tracking
• Fire alarm systems
• Mechanical aptitude
• Microsoft Office
• Communication
• Safety compliance
• RFI management
• ASI management
• MCR management
• Closeout documentation
• Math skills

Benefits

• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Long-term disability
• Short-term disability
• Accident insurance
• Hospital indemnity
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral program

About this role

JOB SUMMARY:

The purpose of the Project Manager position is to plan and coordinate projects
to meet the overall goals of the project and serve as the main contact with the
contractor or owner.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

* Review shop drawings, contract drawings, specifications, and applicable
standards to determine appropriate installation methods.
* Generate proposals for change orders, and as assigned.
* Determine labor requirements and preparing schedules, track changes.
* Order and track material, equipment, tools, and other necessary items based
on design and/or contract needs. 
* Review time for assigned projects and/or contracts to ensure alignment with
project budget.
* Monitor overall progress of the project and preparing job records
* Generate proposals for change orders, RFI’s, ASI’s and MCR’s; communicate
approved items into organizational system(s) and/or to designated
representative for processing. 
* Ensure employees follow all relevant safety standards and procedures, work
environment in accordance with the SFP standards.  
* Meet with AHJ’s, contractors, owners, architects, and other design
professionals on project progress. 
* Perform a formal project review with the Fire Alarm Manager weekly, or as
requested.
* Assist support staff and facilitate closeout documents to include O&Ms and
review as-built drawings for accuracy.
* Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The qualifications listed below are representative of the elements required to
perform the job successfully, however in some cases, an equivalent combination
of Education, Training, Certifications and Experience may meet the job
qualifications.

Education, Training, Certifications:

* High School diploma, technical or related experience and/or training,
required.
* NICET III ITM Water based systems and/or NICET Level IV Fire Alarm,
preferred.

Experience, Knowledge, Skill Requirements:

* 5 years’ industry experience, required.  
* Successful experience in leading multiple projects, achieving goaled outcomes
including profitability while communicating with onsite customers, preferred.
* Mechanical aptitude, preferred.
* Basic and advanced math skills, required.

Communication Skills:

* Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English
with employees and customers.

Systems and Software Skills:

* Ability to operate a computer, use Microsoft Office required.

Other Qualifications:

* Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required. 
* Must be able to comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background
screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements
based on contractual agreement.

PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform Essential Job Duties.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit for
long periods. Employee will occasionally be required to bend, kneel, balance,
lift <20lb, walk, stand, ascend/descend stairs, drive, twist, and reach above
and below shoulders.  Employee will frequently be required to drive and walk for
periods.

Work Environment:

Employee will consistently be required to work indoors in an office setting,
work alone and with other. Employees will occasionally be required to work
outside, and be exposed to hot/cold temperatures, dust, fumes, chemicals,
electrical hazards and noise. Employee will be occasionally required to wear all
appropriate personal protective equipment, as required by company safety
policies while visiting locations.

We are fully committed to equal opportunities for employment to all individuals
regardless of race, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation,
disability, familial status, and any other classification protected under the
law. We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.
While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the
position, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to
assign other duties as necessary.
 #LI-BH1

Are you interested in working for the nation’s leading fire protection company
and beginning a rewarding and satisfying career that helps save the lives of
thousands each year? Do you want to be a part of a growing and expanding team of
industry experts? If so, exploring career opportunities with Summit Fire &
Security may be right for you! 

Summit Fire & Security, a subsidiary of SFP Holding, Inc. (Summit Companies), is
a full-service provider for fire detection, suppression, and security with a
full suite of capabilities that includes design, installation, testing,
inspections, and maintenance. We serve customers across many verticals on a
local, regional, and national scale. We’re proud of our well-deserved reputation
for quality work that’s completed by our talented and experienced installation
workforce.  Summit Fire & Security is a dynamic organization with endless growth
opportunities spanning over 70 locations in more than 20 states.

Our company is consistently recognized for service excellence in the fire
protection industry. Summit Fire & Security supports trade skills and workforce
development by hosting Recognized Apprenticeships and on-the-job training (OJT)
programs for new career-seekers. Many members of our leadership chair NFPA code
compliance committees, serve on regional safety boards, and support technical
education in local schools. Summit Fire & Security supports employees in their
professional development by offering continued development, training, and
education by encouraging NICET and other career-advancing certifications. We
offer reimbursement for certain career development programs in addition to
potential bonuses for specific certifications.  We continually strive to be
the Employer of Choice for highly motivated team members who want to succeed i...

About Summit Fire & Security

Fire Protection · 1,001-5,000 employees · headquartered in Reno, Nevada